Your sliding glass door is the gateway to South Florida living — sunlight, breezes, pool days, and effortless indoor-outdoor flow. When it sticks, derails, or won’t lock, the whole home suffers. MPC Build provides fast, reliable sliding glass door repair in Fort Lauderdale to bring back smooth, safe operation.

Top Problems We See — and How We Fix Them

Sticking or Heavy Doors

Usually worn or seized rollers, debris-filled tracks, or a frame that’s out of square. We clean and true the track, replace rollers with stainless or sealed units, and adjust height and alignment for fingertip-easy sliding.

Doors Jumping the Track

Bent tracks or misadjusted rollers can cause derailments. We repair or replace the track, reset the panel, and tune roller tension so the panel rides true.

Drafts and Water Leaks

Failed weatherstripping and brittle gaskets allow air and rain in. We replace bulb seals, interlock weatherstrips, and threshold gaskets, then water-test to confirm a tight seal — critical during summer storms.

Broken Locks & Handles

Compromised hardware is a security risk. We replace multi-point locks, mortise latches, keepers, and handles, and ensure proper strike engagement.

Cracked or Shattered Glass

We replace tempered or laminated panels and offer impact-rated glass for hurricane resilience and improved noise control.

Repair vs. Replace: Making the Smart Call

If the frame is solid and panel geometry is sound, repair is typically the fastest, most economical route. Choose replacement when the frame is corroded or warped, the opening needs resizing, or you want to upgrade to modern impact sliders with better energy performance and security.

Our 6-Step Repair Process

  1. Diagnose: Inspect rollers, track, frame plumb/square, weatherstrips, lock alignment, and sill pan.
  2. Protect & Prep: Cover floors; remove panels safely; vacuum track debris.
  3. Mechanical Restore: Replace rollers, true tracks, adjust interlocks, and correct racking.
  4. Seal & Weatherproof: Install new gaskets/strips; address sill pans; reseal perimeters as needed.
  5. Test: Smooth-operation test, lock engagement test, and water test.
  6. Handover: Clean up; demonstrate adjustments; share maintenance tips.

Typical Costs & Timelines in Fort Lauderdale

Roller/track service for a standard two-panel slider often lands in the $250–$450 range. Adding lock replacement or weatherproofing can bring the total to $400–$700. Glass replacement is priced per panel and varies by size and spec (tempered vs. laminated/impact). Most repairs complete in 2–4 hours.

Maintenance Tips to Keep Sliders Smooth

  • Vacuum tracks quarterly; wipe with mild cleaner (avoid petroleum solvents on vinyl).
  • Keep rollers free of sand/grit; consider door mats near pool entries.
  • Inspect weatherstripping annually; replace at first signs of brittleness.
  • Lubricate lock mechanisms lightly with silicone-safe spray (avoid over-lubing rollers).

Case Study: Galt Ocean Mile Balcony Slider

A condo owner reported a door so heavy it required two hands. We found flattened rollers and a bowed track from years of salt-air exposure. After installing marine-grade stainless rollers, truing the track, and replacing the interlock seals, the door glided smoothly with one finger — and the owner reported a noticeable reduction in balcony wind noise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can my existing slider be upgraded to impact?
A: Often, yes — by replacing the glass panel(s) with impact-rated units. In some cases, full replacement is more cost-effective. We’ll advise honestly either way.

Q: Why does my door keep coming off the track?
A: Roller height or tilt is usually off, or the track is bowed. Both are fixable in most cases.

Q: Will repairs help with AC costs?
A: Yes. Restored weatherstrips and proper alignment reduce infiltration that forces your AC to work harder.

Final Thoughts

A stubborn slider isn’t just annoying — it’s a security and water-intrusion risk. With professional sliding glass door repair in Fort Lauderdale, you’ll get smooth operation, tighter seals, and a safer home — without paying for a brand-new door if you don’t need one.

Need fast help? Book an on-site slider assessment with MPC Build and get same-week repairs done right.