ServicesPatio Doors
Patio Doors in Lynnwood
We replace tired, drafty patio doors with new sliding or hinged doors that glide, lock and seal the way they should. Before any work starts, you get a written quote that lists what we'll do and what drives the price.
A patio door that opens easily and keeps the weather out
Your patio door works harder than most windows. It's opened dozens of times a week, it carries a lot of glass, and its sill sits right where rain collects. When the rollers wear, the seals shrink or the frame starts to soften, the whole door suffers.
We install new sliding doors, French doors and hinged patio doors in vinyl, fiberglass and wood-clad frames. If a repair will buy you more good years, we'll tell you that instead. Our window repair service covers many slider fixes, like rollers and latches.
Our estimates are written line by line: the door, the glass, the removal, the trim and any sill work we expect. You see it all before you decide, and the price you agree to is the price you pay unless we both sign off on a change.
What your patio door installation includes
Measuring the real opening
We measure the rough opening, not just the old door, and check whether the floor and header are level. Those numbers decide whether a standard size fits or a custom door makes more sense.
Careful removal
We take out the old door and frame without tearing up your interior walls or flooring. The old unit leaves with us.
Sill and subfloor check
With the door out, we look at the sill area for rot or water damage. If we find any, we stop, show you photos and explain the fix before doing anything that isn't already in your written estimate.
Flashing, sealing and insulation
The new frame is set level, flashed against water and insulated around the edges. That step matters as much as the door itself for keeping drafts and damp out.
Trim, adjustment and cleanup
We finish the trim, adjust the panels and locks until they close smoothly, and vacuum up before we go.
Signs it's time for a new patio door
- It drags or jumps the track
- A slider that takes two hands to open usually has worn rollers or a bent track. Sometimes that's repairable; on older aluminum doors, the frame is often the problem.
- Fog between the panes
- Haze you can't wipe off means the glass seal has failed and the insulating gas is gone. Rooms near the door will feel colder.
- Drafts and whistling
- If you feel air at the edges or hear wind on a stormy night, the weatherstripping has shrunk or the frame has shifted.
- Water at the sill
- Puddles inside after heavy rain, or soft, dark wood near the threshold, point to a sill that's letting water in. Our wet fall and winter months make this worth catching early.
- The lock won't line up
- A latch you have to lift or force to catch is a security concern and a sign the door has sagged.
How the job goes, from first call to final walkthrough
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A no-pressure visit
After you call, we set a time to see your door, talk about how you use the space and measure the opening. We'll show you a few style and glass options without pushing an upgrade.
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Scope and price in writing
You get the full scope and price on paper, including what happens if we find hidden sill damage. Take your time with it. Flexible payment options are available if that helps.
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Ordering your door
Once you approve, we order the door built to your measurements and schedule the install when it arrives.
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Install day
We lay down floor protection, remove the old unit, prep the opening and set the new door. Most installs are finished in a single day, and your home is closed up again before we leave.
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Walkthrough
We open, close and lock the door with you, show you how to care for the track, and make sure you're happy before we call it done.
What moves the price of a patio door
Patio door prices vary more than people expect, mostly because of size, frame material and what's hiding under the old sill. We explain each factor at the visit and list it on your written quote, so nothing shows up later as a surprise add-on.
- Door style and size
- A standard two-panel slider costs less than a French door or a wide multi-panel unit. Custom sizes add to the price and the lead time.
- Frame material
- Vinyl is the most budget-friendly. Fiberglass and wood-clad frames cost more but hold their shape well through damp winters.
- Glass choices
- Patio doors use tempered safety glass by code. Low-E coatings, added panes or built-in blinds change the cost.
- Condition of the opening
- Rotted subfloor, a damaged sill or an out-of-level header means extra carpentry. We price what we can see up front and get your OK on anything we find once the old door is out.
- Changing the opening
- Going wider, or swapping a slider for a hinged door that needs a different size, may require framing changes and a building permit. We pull the permit when one is needed.
Answers about patio door replacement
- Will there be a big gap in my wall overnight?
- In most cases, no. Most installs are finished in a single day, so the old door is removed and the new one is set during the same visit. If sill repairs mean the job runs longer, we let you know ahead of time and close up the opening securely before we head out.
- Is it possible to trade my slider for a French door?
- Often it is. A French door swings open, so it needs clear floor space on one side, and the opening may need some adjustment. We measure first and give you a straight answer on whether it's an easy swap or a larger project.
- What if the wood under my old door is rotten?
- We pause the work and walk you through it. You'll see photos of what we found, hear our recommendation and get any added cost in writing before we continue. Your bill never grows without your sign-off.
- What happens if the glass in my new door breaks?
- Our patio doors carry a glass break warranty. When we go over your paperwork together, we explain how it works and what to do if you ever need it.
- Is there a way to spread out the cost?
- Yes. Flexible payment options are available, and we're happy to go over them when you call or during your free visit.
- Could you replace the windows beside the door at the same time?
- We can. Plenty of people update the nearby windows along with the door so the frames and glass match. Our window replacement page explains that work, and both jobs can go on a single written quote.
Ready for a patio door that slides like new?
Tell us about your door and we'll set up a visit to measure and talk options. You'll have a clear written price in hand before you decide anything.