The Sliding Door Clinic · Gauteng
Aluminium door services in Gauteng
Practical help with aluminium door repairs, new installations, servicing and glass replacement for homes and businesses. We work with sliding, folding, stacker, pivot and shopfront door systems.
Whether a patio door has become difficult to move or a commercial entrance needs attention, the next step begins with understanding the door type, its condition and the actual fault.
- Repairs & adjustments
- New installations
- Maintenance & servicing
- Door glass & hardware
Complete aluminium door services
The right service for the actual issue
Four core services cover everything from a noisy sliding panel to a new glazed opening. These are different types of work, so we explain what each involves and link you to the relevant page.
Aluminium door repairs
Repairs for doors that stick, grind, rattle, drop out of alignment or no longer lock correctly. We check the running track, roller assemblies, door position and locking hardware before considering parts.
New aluminium door installations
New sliding, folding, stacker and entrance-door installations for residential and commercial openings. Frame configuration, measurements, access, glass specification and intended use all influence the installation.
Maintenance and servicing
Checks and adjustments that help doors operate more smoothly. Cleaning appropriate running surfaces, examining rollers and guides, checking lock engagement and identifying wear can reduce avoidable damage.
Door glass replacement
Assessment and replacement options for cracked or broken glazing in aluminium door systems. The frame, glass location and safety requirements determine which glazing specification is suitable.
Door repairs · rollers and tracks
A door that sticks needs a proper diagnosis
When an aluminium sliding door becomes heavy or starts scraping, replacing the rollers without checking the track may not solve the problem. Similar symptoms can come from a damaged running surface, obstructed guide or panel misalignment.
- Heavy or uneven slidingCheck roller movement, the track profile and whether the panel sits squarely in the frame.
- Grinding and scrapingLook for debris, surface wear, damaged wheels and contact between metal components.
- Difficulty lockingAssess the catch, strike position, handle mechanism and alignment of the closing panel.
New door installations
A better fit for the opening and how you use it
A new aluminium door should suit its opening, daily use and the movement expected from the panels. We discuss sliding versus folding or stacker configurations rather than treating every doorway as the same installation.
- Residential patio openingsConsider access, sliding direction, panel sizes, thresholds and available opening width.
- Wide folding or stacker systemsGuides, hinged panels, tracking and frame alignment influence how the opening works.
- Shopfronts and business entrancesDoor use, access patterns, security hardware and glass selection require careful planning.
Door systems & components
Beyond the visible symptom
Sliding, folding, stacker and pivot doors move differently, and their hardware is not interchangeable. Understanding the mechanism helps avoid unnecessary replacement work and leads to more practical recommendations.
Discuss your door type ↗- Sliding panelsRollers, bottom tracks, guides, locking mechanisms and seals.
- Folding and stacker doorsHinges, multi-panel alignment, guides and running hardware.
- Pivot and entrance doorsPivot action, clearances, alignment and security fittings.
- Commercial aluminium systemsShopfront frames, glazed panels, entrance hardware and regular-use considerations.
Types of doors we work with
Explore aluminium door systems
Choose the door system that matches your property. Each linked page covers its construction, typical uses and relevant service options.
Real project photographs
Doors and details worth looking at
These photographs show different aluminium door openings and hardware details. They're included to illustrate the range of systems rather than suggest that every door needs the same repair.
How we approach your enquiry
From the first details to the right next step
Clear information about the fault and door type helps us establish whether adjustment, repair, servicing or replacement should be considered.
Tell us what's happening
Give your suburb, property type and door type, with photographs of the full door and affected parts if available.
Identify the likely cause
Door movement, track condition, rollers, alignment, seals, locking hardware and glazing may need assessment.
Choose suitable work
We explain the possible repair, servicing or replacement route based on the door's condition and available parts.
Gauteng service coverage
Residential and business doors across Gauteng
We receive enquiries from homes, complexes, estates, offices, shops and other premises in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand and surrounding areas. Share your suburb so availability can be confirmed.
Can you repair a sliding door that is difficult to open?
Often, yes. Stiff or noisy movement can be caused by worn rollers, a damaged track or poor alignment. We assess the door system before recommending adjustment, component replacement or a more extensive repair.
Do you repair stacker and folding aluminium doors?
We work with aluminium stacker and folding door systems. Hinges, rollers, guides, track condition and panel alignment can all affect how multiple panels move and close.
When is a new aluminium door installation more practical than repairing?
Replacement may be worth considering where the frame is severely damaged, the existing system is unsuitable for the opening, or compatible parts cannot reasonably be sourced. We discuss the condition and available options.
Can you help with broken glass in an aluminium door?
We assist with assessment and replacement of damaged door glazing. The appropriate glass specification depends on the door design, location and safety requirements; glass should not be selected solely by appearance.
Which areas of Gauteng do you serve?
Our stated service areas include Johannesburg, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, Randburg, Sandton and nearby areas. Share your suburb and door type when enquiring so availability can be confirmed.
How much does an aluminium door repair or installation cost?
The cost depends on the door size and type, fault, condition of the components and whether any replacement hardware or glazing is required. Contact us with photographs and your suburb so the work can be assessed.
The Sliding Door Clinic
Need help with an aluminium door?
Tell us the door type, problem and suburb. We can discuss the most suitable next step.