- Postcode district
- TD11
- 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
- Eyemouth, Kelso, Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Building rules
- Scotland
Repair or replace: sliding doors in Duns
Most sliding door problems come down to a handful of worn parts, and a repair is often far cheaper than a new door:
Before calling out anyone in Duns for a door that will not lock, check whether the panel has dropped: if the hooks no longer meet the keeps, adjustment may be all it needs.
Landlords with properties in Duns can often keep a sound sliding door working with a roller and lock service rather than a full replacement.
- Replacing worn rollers is often enough to bring back the light, smooth action of a sliding panel that has become heavy and noisy to open.
- A well-maintained, repaired door can give years more service, making a repair a sensible first step when the frame and glass are otherwise sound.
- Adjusting a dropped or misaligned panel can cure draughts, rattles and a door that will not close fully against its seals.
How much does a sliding door repair cost in Duns?
Use the table to budget for a repair in Duns. Prices include VAT, parts and fitting, and are confirmed before we attend.
| Repair | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Lock or gearbox replacement | £165–£295 |
| Track repair or refurbishment | £195–£395 |
| Re-alignment, adjustment and service | £125–£195 |
| Misted sealed unit replacement (per pane) | £225–£495 |
How repairs work in Duns
Repairs in Duns 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 Scotland
Repairs do not need a building warrant in Scotland. Any replacement glass we fit in a door is safety glazing.
Common repairs and upgrades
- Track repair or refurbishment. Repairing damaged track sections, or fitting a new track cover where the system allows.
- Roller replacement. New rollers for each sliding panel, restoring a smooth, quiet action.
- Lock and gearbox replacement. A new mechanism when the handle turns but the door will not lock.
Questions about sliding door repairs in Duns
Is it worth repairing an old sliding door in Duns?
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.
How do I know if my sliding door rollers need replacing?
Sliding door rollers usually need replacing when the panel becomes hard to push, rumbles or grinds as it moves, sits lower at one end or jumps off the track. Cleaning the track first is worth trying, because grit can cause similar symptoms. If the door is still heavy once the track is clean, the rollers are likely worn or broken.
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.
Why won't my sliding door lock?
A sliding door that will not lock usually has a failed lock gearbox, a worn or broken keep, or a panel that has dropped so the hooks no longer line up with the frame. Forcing the handle can make it worse. Photos of the handle, the lock edge and the frame where the hooks engage usually show which part has failed.