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In Lakewood, a patio door gets heavy use all year. It lets in summer light and has to hold back January wind. An old door that sticks, drafts, or fogs between the glass makes the whole room less useful.
We handle patio door installation in Lakewood, Crystal Lake, and Cary. We install sliding patio doors and hinged French doors. We also replace old doors and cut new openings to a deck or patio.
We are window and door installers, not a delivery service. Our crew sets the frame, flashes the opening, and trims the inside. Most installs take one day.
Every patio door installation starts with a free in-home visit. We measure the opening, check the sill and floor, and show you door styles. You get a written quote with no pressure to sign.
Patio doors wear out slowly, so the signs are easy to live with. Then a cold snap shows how much heat is leaking. Here is what we check before patio door installation in Lakewood homes:
Many homes in Turnberry still have their original builder-grade sliders. Most of them are past their service life now. If you are replacing windows too, see our window installation and replacement service.
Both door types work well in Lakewood homes. The right choice depends on your room, your deck, and how you use the door. We bring samples so you can see and feel each option.
Sliding patio doors: One panel slides past the other, so the door needs no swing space. Sliders fit tight kitchens and dining rooms. They also give you the widest glass area.
French patio doors: Hinged panels swing in or out. Both panels can open for a wide, clear passage. French doors suit a classic look and work well onto larger patios.
Glass and frame: Low-E glass and insulated frames cut heat loss in winter. Look for ENERGY STAR rated units for our climate zone. We also offer built-in blinds, grilles, and multipoint locks.
Most patio door installation in the Village of Lakewood fits the existing opening. Some jobs widen the opening or turn a window into a door. Here is what we plan before install day.
Exact measurements: We measure the rough opening, not just the old door. Doors are ordered to fit, so gaps stay small.
New or wider openings: Cutting a new opening means a new header to carry the wall above. We frame it to code and get the permit when one is needed.
Sill and floor height: We check the subfloor and deck height. The door must sit level and drain water out, not in.
Clear the area: Move furniture and rugs about six feet back. We lay drop cloths on the floor and protect the deck outside.
A patio door is only as good as its install. Water and air get in through gaps around the frame, not through the glass. We follow the same steps on every patio door installation:
Lakewood winters test every seal around a door. A sill pan and taped flashing keep melting snow out of the subfloor. We use the same method in Crystal Lake and Barrington. Planning a new deck to go with the door? See our custom deck and patio construction service.
How does patio door installation in Lakewood work? We measure the opening and help you choose a sliding or French door. Then we remove the old door, repair the sill, and install, flash, and trim the new one.
Here is how each step of patio door installation works on a typical job:
Step 1 – In-home visit: We measure the opening and check the sill, floor, and wall.
Step 2 – Door selection: You pick the style, glass, color, and hardware from samples.
Step 3 – Ordering: The door is built to your opening size. We confirm the delivery date with you.
Step 4 – Removal: The old door comes out and the opening is cleaned to bare framing.
Step 5 – Sill and flashing: We repair the sill, set a sill pan, and wrap the opening.
Step 6 – Install and finish: The door is set, sealed, and trimmed. We test every panel and lock with you. For homes near RedTail, we also check that deck boards clear the new door swing.
Here are common questions about patio door installation from homeowners in Lakewood, Crystal Lake, Cary, and nearby towns:
Most patio door installation takes one day. Jobs that widen the opening or repair a rotted sill can take longer. We give you the schedule with your quote.
Neither is better for every home. A sliding door saves floor space and gives more glass. A French door opens wider and has a classic look. We help you choose based on your room.
Yes, we remove the old door carefully and keep the siding and drywall intact. Any trim that cannot be saved is replaced to match.
Yes, we can cut a window opening down to the floor and add a new header. Structural changes need a permit, which we handle for you.
A same-size replacement usually does not need a structural permit. A new or wider opening does. We check with the Village of Lakewood and pull any permit the job needs.
Yes, a new door with Low-E glass and a tight seal cuts drafts and heat loss. ENERGY STAR rated doors are built for cold climates like ours.
Yes, we install patio doors all year. The opening is open for only a short time, and we keep the room protected while we work.
A failed seal between the panes lets moist air inside the glass unit. The fog cannot be cleaned off. Replacing the glass unit or the whole door fixes it.
Worn rollers, a dirty or bent track, or a settled frame make a slider drag. Sometimes new rollers fix it. If the frame or track is damaged, a new door is the better fix.
Yes, we install the door and can build the deck too. We set the door height to match the deck so water drains away from the house.
An old patio door costs you comfort every winter and every summer. Drafts, fogged glass, and a sticking slider will not fix themselves. We offer free patio door consultations in Lakewood, Crystal Lake, Cary, and Barrington. You see samples and measurements before you commit to anything.
TJ Builders & Developers Inc handles the whole job: measuring, ordering, removal, sill repair, installation, and trim. One crew works from start to finish. Call us today to book your patio door installation consultation.
