We’ve all been guilty of it: knowing we should probably sort out a problem, like with our car or our home, and hoping it’ll magically go away.
Instead, we turn the radio up to block out concerning car engine noises, or we put up with leaky faucets, pretending they’re fine.
Sadly, they rarely resolve themselves, and we only risk continued damage by ignoring the problems at the beginning!
The same thing goes for sliding door issues. There are some important costs to beware of when ignoring sliding door problems, and the smart thing to do is always to get on top of them before they get out of hand.
In this post, We Fix Sliding Doors explains why timely repair matters:
Stopping small problems before they become big ones
With almost everything, small problems turn into big ones if they’re not nipped in the bud. For sliding doors, this could mean experiencing a slightly stiff door that isn’t sliding as freely as it should. Now, the problem here could simply be insufficient lubrication but, if left unattended to, it could quickly escalate into a jammed or broken roller, costing much more to fix than applying lubrication.
Preventing track damage
Even then, the problem could escalate even further. Using a sliding door with broken rollers could actually cause the track to warp or become damaged, leading to even higher repairs bills than before! So, no matter how small your sliding door problem is now, just remember that it will gradually get worse from then on.
Preventing damage to other areas of the home
Another hidden cost of delayed sliding door repairs lies in damage to other areas of your home. For example, a worn out weather-stripping might not be a cause for concern initially – but when it gets to a point that your sliding door is leaking whenever it rains, this should send alarm bells ringing. Leaks can cause rotting floorboards and joists, leading to repair bills costing in the thousands.
It’s not just about the sliding door itself – it’s about other areas of your home that could be affected by a faulty sliding door.
The cost of safety hazards
And then, there’s the cost of potential safety hazards. Your sliding door isn’t just an entrance to the home – it’s also an emergency exit in the case of a fire. If your door isn’t sliding properly and you need to exit through it, this could present a fatal situation. There’s no price on human life!
Affordable sliding door repairs
At We Fix Sliding Doors, we’re proud to deliver excellent quality workmanship paired with competitive prices. Our friendly team of legends fix all problems regarding sliding doors. From roller replacements to our famous Miracle Track Cover, there’s nothing we can’t do. Get in touch with our team for an inspection and quote today, and get your door fixed pronto!
