- Postcode district
- NN16
- Survey
- Priced from photos or a diagnostic visit
- Booking
- Most repairs are booked within a few weeks, parts permitting
- Guide price
- From £95 inc VAT
- Nearby
- Desborough, Wellingborough, Corby
- Building rules
- England
Common sliding door faults we fix in Kettering
Before you replace a sliding door, it is worth knowing which faults can be put right:
Landlords with properties in Kettering can often keep a sound sliding door working with a roller and lock service rather than a full replacement.
Is the patio door in your Kettering house leaking at the bottom after heavy rain? Check the drainage slots in the outer frame are clear before assuming a seal has failed.
- Misted sealed units can usually be replaced individually with new safety glass units, restoring the view and the insulation of that panel.
- A new lock gearbox or cylinder restores secure locking when a handle turns but the bolts no longer engage, without replacing the whole door.
- Quoting from photos and a short video means many repairs can be priced without a visit, saving time and the diagnostic visit charge for straightforward jobs.
Sliding door repair prices in Kettering
These guide prices include VAT, parts and labour for the repair visit. Most faults can be priced from photos; if we need to see the door first, a diagnostic visit is £95.
| Repair | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Misted sealed unit replacement (per pane) | £225–£495 |
| Roller replacement (per sliding panel) | £185–£325 |
| Track repair or refurbishment | £195–£395 |
| Lock or gearbox replacement | £165–£295 |
From photos to fixed door in Kettering
Repairs in Kettering start with photos or, if needed, a diagnostic visit. Once you approve the price we book the repair: most repairs are booked within a few weeks, parts permitting, and specialist parts are ordered where needed.
Rules for sliding door repairs in England
Repairs are generally outside the Building Regulations in England. Any replacement glass we fit in a door is safety glazing, in line with Approved Document K, and if the door needs replacing rather than repairing, the controlled-fitting rules apply.
Repairs and upgrades to consider
- Handle replacement. Replacing broken or loose handles, including key-lockable versions.
- Lock and gearbox replacement. A new mechanism when the handle turns but the door will not lock.
- Adjustment and service. Re-aligning panels, cleaning tracks and checking seals and drainage.
Questions about sliding door repairs in Kettering
Is it worth repairing an old sliding door in Kettering?
Often, yes. New rollers, a lock gearbox or a track refurbishment cost a fraction of a new door. If the frame is twisted or the door fails on thermal performance, we will say so and price a replacement instead.
Can you replace misted glass in a sliding door?
Yes, a misted sealed unit in a sliding door can usually be replaced on its own without changing the frame. The new unit is made to the size of the old one in safety glass, as glass in doors must be, and fitted into the existing panel. It is worth checking whether the frame is still sound first.
What photos should I send for a repair quote?
Send a photo of the whole door from inside, close-ups of the handle, the lock edge and the bottom track, and any label or marking on the frame or glass spacer. A short video of the door opening and closing is especially helpful. Tell us roughly how old the door is and what it is doing wrong.
How can I stop my sliding door needing repairs?
Keeping the track clean is the most effective way to keep a sliding door running well, because grit wears rollers and damages the track surface. Vacuum the track regularly, wipe it with a damp cloth, keep drainage slots clear and avoid slamming panels into their stops. Our maintenance guide has a simple routine.