When summer comes, most of us start cracking open patio doors. If you have a patio or a deck attached to your house, it’s likely you will have some sort of french doors that allow you to transition in and out of your house, while also bringing in natural light to your home. However, nothing can last forever. Sooner or later you will need to replace your patio doors. What are the most common signs that the time for changes has come? Let’s discuss this in this article. 

• Lack of efficiency is one of the most obvious reasons that it’s time to replace your patio door. When you feel that it’s getting difficult to open and close the door, you need to consider a new door installation or a repair. 
• Over a certain period of time, you may start noticing a gap being developed between the patio door and the frame. It may be caused by the inclement weather warping the frame and/or sash over time.
• A problem with the panes of glass is the third reason that might cause patio door replacement. If you find that condensation is built up inside any of the glass panes in your sliding or french door, it might indicate that the seal around the glass is compromised.