ServicesPatio Doors
Patio Doors in Federal Way
We replace worn sliding and hinged patio doors with new units that glide, lock and seal. Big glass panels are heavy and can be dangerous, so we plan the lift, keep the work zone clear and leave the opening weathertight.
A New Patio Door, Put In Safely
A patio door is the biggest moving piece of glass in most houses. When it sticks, leaks or won't lock, you feel it every day. We take out the old door, check the framing under it, and set a new door that rolls or swings easy and shuts tight.
Safety drives how we work. Every door we install has tempered safety glass, which breaks into small pieces instead of sharp shards. We move panels with two people, keep kids and pets out of the work area, and never leave your home with an open hole in the wall overnight.
Most installs are finished in a single day. If the door leaks into rotted framing, we show you what we found before we fix anything.
What the Job Includes
Safe removal of the old door
We pull the old panels out first and carry them straight to the truck. Old aluminum sliders can have loose or cracked glass, so we tape and handle them with care.
Framing and sill check
Once the old frame is out, we look at the subfloor and studs for soft wood. You see photos of anything we find before we talk about repairs.
Sill pan and flashing
Water gets under patio doors more than anywhere else. We set a sloped sill pan and flash the sides so rain runs out, not into your floor.
Tempered glass and good locks
Each new door comes with tempered safety glass and a working lock. We set the latch and check that it catches every time.
Adjustment and cleanup
We tune the rollers or hinges so the door moves without a shove. Then we vacuum, haul off the debris and pick up stray screws and nails.
Signs Your Patio Door Needs Replacing
It takes two hands to open
Worn rollers and a bent track make a slider hard to move. Forcing it can pop a panel off the track.
Fog between the panes
A failed seal lets moisture into the glass. The door loses its insulating value and won't clear up.
Water on the floor after rain
Puddles inside the door or a soft spot in the floor mean water is getting past the sill. That only gets worse with our long wet seasons.
The lock won't catch
If the latch misses or the door lifts out of the track, it isn't secure. That's a safety problem, not just an annoyance.
Old glass with no safety mark
Older doors sometimes have plain glass. Look for a small etched stamp in a corner. If it's not there, replacing the door is the safer call.
How the Day Goes
- 1
Quote by phone and a visit
You call, we set a time to measure. We look at the door, the trim and the floor, then give you a written quote with each item listed.
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Set up the work zone
We lay down floor covers and mark off the area. We ask that kids and pets stay in another room while glass is moving.
- 3
Out with the old, in with the new
Two of us remove the old door and fix the sill if needed. Then we set, level and fasten the new door and flash it.
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Test, seal and walk through
We open, close and lock the door with you. We seal the outside, finish the trim, and leave the area clean.
What Changes the Price
No two patio doors cost the same, so we don't quote a number until we've seen yours. Your written quote shows each part of the job, so nothing new shows up on the bill. Flexible payment options are available.
- Door size and style
- A two-panel slider costs less than a wide three or four-panel door. Hinged French doors take more hardware and fitting time.
- Glass and frame material
- Vinyl, fiberglass and wood frames are priced differently. Low-E coatings, built-in blinds and grilles add to the cost.
- What's under the old door
- Rotted subfloor or framing has to be fixed before the new door goes in. We show you the damage first.
- Trim and finish work
- New inside trim, exterior casing and paint work all add time. Reusing sound trim keeps the cost down.
- Permits
- Some jobs, like widening the opening, need a permit. We pull it when the job calls for one and include it in the quote.
Patio Door Questions
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Can I stay home while you work?
Yes, most people do. We just ask that you keep kids and pets away from the door while panels are coming out and going in. We'll let you know when it's safe to use that room again.
Will my home be left open overnight?
No. Most installs are finished in a single day. If a bigger repair stretches the job, we close and lock up the opening before we leave.
Should I pick a slider or a hinged door?
Sliders save floor space and work well on tight decks. Hinged doors give a wider opening and a strong seal but need room to swing. We'll tell you which fits your space and how you use it.
My house is older. Is there lead paint risk?
In homes built before 1978, the paint around the door may contain lead. We contain the work area, keep dust down and clean up carefully so it doesn't spread into your home.
Do you also replace windows on the same visit?
Yes. Many people do the patio door along with window replacement so the glass matches. We can quote both at once.
Ready for a Door That Slides and Locks Right
Tell us about your patio door and we'll come measure it. You get a clear written quote and no pressure to sign.