Patio door installation and replacement in Southwest Georgia
A patio door is how you step out to the deck, the porch or the yard. Fortis Exteriors installs and replaces sliding, French and hinged patio doors for Southwest Georgia homes.
Patio doors
A door that opens your home to the outdoors
Patio doors get used all day. They carry the groceries out to the grill and bring daylight into the kitchen. When one sticks, leaks air or feels unsafe, it is hard to ignore.
A good replacement fits the opening, moves smoothly, closes tight and locks firmly. That takes careful measuring, a level sill and a clean seal around the frame.
Door styles
Sliding, French and hinged patio doors
The right style depends on how much room you have and how you use the space.
1
Sliding patio doors
One panel glides past the other on a track. No swing space is needed, so they suit tight patios and decks.
2
French doors
Two hinged panels meet in the middle. They give a wide, classic opening and need clear space to swing.
3
Hinged patio doors
A single hinged door with a large glass panel. A good fit for a narrower opening.
Before you choose
Four details worth asking about
Bring these questions to your free estimate.
1
Glass and energy performance
Most patio doors use insulated double-pane glass. Some add coatings that help limit heat gain and loss. Ask what options are available.
2
Frame materials
Vinyl, fiberglass, wood and aluminum frames look different and need different upkeep.
3
Security and locks
Look at the lock, the latch and how the door holds in its frame. Ask what hardware comes with each door.
4
Fit and threshold
A patio door sits low and meets the weather head on. The sill and the seal at the bottom keep rain outside.
How it works
What an installation visit usually involves
Most visits follow the same four steps.
1
Check the opening
We confirm the measurements and look at the frame, sill and floor for rot or water damage.
2
Remove the old door
The old door and its hardware come out, and the opening is cleaned up and checked again.
3
Set and seal
The new door is set level and square, fastened, and sealed against the weather.
4
Trim and walkthrough
We add the trim, adjust the track or hinges and the locks, clean up, and show you how everything works.
Patio door questions
How do I know my patio door needs replacing?
Common signs are a door that sticks or drags, drafts around the edges, fogged glass between the panes, a lock that no longer catches, and water near the threshold after rain.
Can I switch from a sliding door to French doors?
Often, yes. It depends on the width of the opening, the room for the doors to swing, and the wall around them. We look at the opening during your estimate.
Can you replace the door and keep the existing frame?
Sometimes. It depends on the condition of the frame and sill. If we find moisture damage, we point it out before work starts.
Which style suits a small patio or deck?
Sliding doors need no swing space, so they often fit a tight spot better. French and hinged doors need clear room to swing.
How do I get started?
Request a free estimate and tell us about the door you have now. We will take it from there.
Ready for a new patio door?
Tell us about your home and the door you have in mind.
