Patio doors tend to get a lot of use, particularly in spring, summer and fall. If your patio door is your back door, it may even get a lot of use in winter too. Between your children, your spouse, and your pets needing to go outdoors throughout the day, patio doors are often opened and closed many times every day of the year. Years of wear and tear can age lesser quality patio doors prematurely, so it pays to ensure you install high quality doors from a reputable dealer and installer to ensure your patio doors operate smoothly for years to come.

Renewal by Andersen of Long Island patio doors are designed to be used for 20 years or more, and they’re backed by one of the best warranties in the industry. If you’re researching the purchase of patio doors for your home, look for these qualities before making a purchase.

Gliding patio doors have an important but simple job: to glide open and closed, providing access to your patio and yard. The gliding action makes using your doors easy, unless that is, the gliding itself becomes a challenge. When you find yourself dreading going in or out because your door is just to hard to open and close, it’s time to take action.

There are a number of potential issues that can cause your gliding or sliding patio doors to become difficult to use. Fortunately, many of these problems are easy to fix — if you have the time, materials and know-how.

There are many things you can do to make your windows more attractive. After cleaning your window glass and window frames, taking the time to follow the suggestions below can also help you make your windows look lovely.