MORE ABOUT ROLLER REPAIRS

Rusty Patio Door Rollers

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It doesn’t take much time for patio door rollers to become rusty and corroded. It’s important to use corrosion-resistant materials whenever possible. Stainless steel rollers and aluminum housings are the best options when they're available.

Cast Metal Rollers

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Here is an example of a rare cast metal patio door roller. This roller was used in the 1950's. One of the first sliding door rollers ever produced.
We repaired this sliding door in just one visit.

One-of-a-Kind Sliding Door Rollers

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Even after 30 years in the Sliding Door Repair business, we occasionally come across roller styles we have never seen before, such as these caterpillar-style track wheels. We knew exactly which roller to use as the replacement. This is when it pays to have a sliding door repair specialist repairing your sliding glass door!

Tandem Rollers

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The bigger the sliding door, the bigger the sliding door rollers. Did you know that sliding door rollers have weight ratings? Using an under-rated roller as a replacement will result in a sliding door that feels heavy and sluggish.

If you want your patio door to roll smoothly and with little effort, selecting the correct roller for the door is important. These heavy duty tandem sliding door rollers are used on larger sized patio doors.

These large patio door repairs are best trusted to a sliding door repair professional.

Non Adjustable Patio Door Rollers

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A non-adjustable sliding door roller is not the best option for a sliding door. This roller is not adjustable, has no bearings and should not be replaced with the same type of roller. It is basically a plastic wheel with a pin through it.
Knowing which sliding door roller replacement to use on this patio door takes years of experience.

So Many Rollers, So Little Time

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There have been literally hundreds of different sliding door manufacturers that have come and gone over the years and hundreds of patio door rollers out there to pick from.

With so many different patio doors and so many different types of rollers available, it's important to have a large selection of parts on hand. Equally as important, when the time comes, is to know which rollers to install in which sliding door.

We know your time is valuable. Save time and money by doing it right the first time. Call A1 On Track Sliding Door Repair today!