How to Tell If It’s Time to Replace Your Patio Door

As a homeowner, you’re probably aware of how important it is to have a well-built glass patio door. Just having one is essential in any home, since it lets in more natural light while having a great view of the pool or backyard from indoors. They’re also relatively easy to maintain, similar to maintaining your windows. But even with proper maintenance, you’ll one day have to replace your patio door, sometimes sooner than later.

If you’re not sure when you should be replacing it, here’s what you need to look for.

It’s Getting Tricky to Operate Your Patio Door

If you happen to have a sliding patio door, expect rollers to be damaged over time. Sometimes the damage would be only minor, resulting in difficulty opening or closing your door. However, there are also times when the damage is beyond simple repair, with frames already affected by certain weather such as rain, snow and even excessive sunlight. If you’re already having trouble operating your patio door, you may need to have it checked by a professional.

Your Patio Door Looks Foggy

You might notice that the panes of your patio door are looking a bit foggy. Whether you see condensation buildup between panes, it points to your door’s glass seal being compromised. This reduces a patio door’s ability to insulate, contributing to difficulty regulating indoor temperature for your home. Not to mention that foggy patio doors look unsightly. If you have this problem, we recommend hiring an expert on replacement windows and patio doors to have a new one installed.

Your Home Feels a Bit Drafty

With your patio door seals compromised, you’re looking at unwanted heat transfer that affects not just your home’s energy efficiency but it’s overall comfort as well. To know whether or not your patio door is contributing to the rise or fall of temperature in your home, simply stand by the door. If you feel that there’s a noticeable difference in the temperature, chances are you have a leak somewhere, and you may need to have it replaced.

When you need a reliable professional to install patio doors and casement windows for you, look no further than Renewal by Andersen® of Central Pennsylvania. Call us today at (717) 591-4900! You can also reach us online for an appointment by filling out our contact form. We serve York and neighboring PA areas.