A Dedication to Quality – What to Expect During Your Cincinnati Home Gliding Patio Door Inspection

Gliding patio doors are a beautiful way to save space, allow natural light into your home and enjoy the view to your patio, deck, or yard. When they are damaged, it is vital to have them replaced. Aged or inappropriately installed gliding doors are not only unattractive, but they also decrease your home’s value and affect its energy efficiency. You want your Cincinnati home to look its best and that means having safe, functional, and good-looking gliding patio doors.

If you are considering new patio doors, the team at Renewal by Andersen will provide acomplimentary in-home consultation. Our professional installers will help you to determine which gliding patio door will best fit your needs, taste, and lifestyle. It’s important to have your gliding patio doors professionally installed and to have a patio door interior inspection completed. An incorrectly installed door can negatively impact your home’s energy efficiency and allow the elements to enter your Cincinnati home, damaging your property.

It is necessary to complete a thorough gliding patio door interior inspection in order to determine the state of your entryway. Our team will thoroughly evaluate the state of your patio door and the surrounding area, utilizing our comprehensive inspection checklist.

Inspecting The Interior Of Your Gliding Door

When inspecting your gliding door interior, here are some of the things we will look for:

• Rusted screw heads
• Scratch marks from the operating panel
• Stained, cracked or loose flooring
• A musty smell near the floor
• Misalignment
• Damaged weather stripping
• Broken or missing parts
• Rollers that have seized or have flat parts

Inspecting The Exterior Of Your Gliding Door

We will also evaluate the state of your door’s external components, checking for:

• Sagging or pitch change
• Panel mislocation
• An off-track screen
• Missing sealing or flashing systems
• Cracks in the frame
• Rotted or damaged wood

If you are considering an updated look for your home, a new gliding patio door might be just the way to accomplish your goal. Gliding patio doors are available in a wide variety of looks, from traditional to contemporary. Middle sliding patio doors can offer a unique and dramatic style. If you like the French door appearance but appreciate all of the benefits of a gliding patio door, Renewal by Andersen also have many options for your Cincinnati home.

Contact Renewal by Andersen of Cincinnati for more information about patio doors and our gliding patio door interior inspection process. During our free in-home consultation, we will provide you with a custom assessment, pricing and options that will work best for you and your Cincinnati home.