Removing One Sliding Door

Then use your screwdriver to unscrew the head stop located at the top of the door frame.

Removing one sliding door.

Removing a sliding patio door is only moderately challenging but by using the tools and steps below you can remove one with little difficulty. Remove the screw or screws with a philips screwdriver or cordless drill. Replacing the entire panel is often an easier task than replacing the glass pane contained within the panel. The fixed door usually has a threshold which may need to be removed.

This door will have to be removed if for some reason such as raised flooring you cannot remove the sliding door from inside the house. To remove an andersen stationary patio door you must first remove the sliding door as in the previous step and get a helper. To remove a sliding screen door find the screws at the bottom corners and unscrew them with a screwdriver. A second common reason for removing the panel is to replace the entire sliding glass door unit.

The most common reason is damage to the glass. Step 1 unscrew the interior casing or trim since sliding doors are generally heavy with a considerable width of six to eight feet you might need to ask for help from a friend when lifting it out. Pull the door up until you can see the bottom wheels on either side. Slip a flathead screwdriver under the wheels and push them upwards as you lift.