How To: Proper Removal & Replacement of Sliding Glass Door Screen
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Tools required: screwdriver, putty knife, safety goggles, gloves.
We are going to show you how to properly remove and re-install the screen on a sliding glass door. To remove the door screen, you will need to take the screen off the rollers.
Find the screws at the bottom of either side of the screen. Turn this screw clockwise to raise the screen up, and turn it counter clockwise to bring it down. The screen will start to drop, continue until you see the head of the screw. Repeat this procedure on the other side. The wheel will now be in the upright position.
Next, raise the screen and locate the wheels. The wheels are located at either end of the screen. Place the putty knife under the wheel, push in and lift. Once the wheel is up, gently slide the screen towards you.
To re-install the screen, line up the top two wheels back inside the track and push up the screen as high as it will go. Hold the screen out slightly and line up the putty knife with the wheel and slide the screen back into the track. Perform the same action on the other side. Before you operate the screen, it must be adjusted. Using the screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise until you see the screen rise. Repeat the same procedure on the other side.
Check to make sure the screen operates smoothly.
Hunt. If adjusting the bottom two tension screws does not allow full access to the wheels, look for and adjust the top tension screws as well.
Excellent Video!!!! Was able to fix my door screen without any problems... thank you
Thank You for the video! Was able to get mine out to repair the screen.
Perfectly prepped.
Ok im ready to build an entire house now. Thank you, Milgard!
Like what many have describe here. I got the ones that are poorly designed. No give on top or bottom to remove the screen door frame. Tried unscrewing all 4 screws (2 top/2 bottom) and still no wiggle room to do anything. Will give props for the service when its still under warranty. Had 12 windows replaced due to the film between the dual pane being defective but I do question the craftsmanship on Milgard products. Sad that a simple screen mesh damage can not be easily repair.
Same here! I can’t get my screen back in. House was built in 2011 and I’ve had MANY windows replaced due to seal issues. I was told there was an issue with the seal manufacturer used at the time so not necessarily a Milgard issue but it is as it’s the third party product they used. I’m hopeful they can replace my screen. I just paid $50 to have it reacreened but can’t get it back in. There is zero wiggle room. Not sure how i even got it out to begin with, to take it to ace hardware for repair!
Thank God he had those safety glasses on. He could have been seriously hurt!
I’m dead 😂😂😂😂
After 22 years of filling out worker’s comp injury reports, it’s all about liability. So many of injuries were from doing the simplest of things. Just when you think, “You gotta be a stupid clutz to get hurt”…someone gets hurt…being stupid.
Was able to take my screen door out for repairs. Thank you!
Thank you!
Clockwise to take out and clockwise to put back in?
To unscrew turn counterclockwise…Lefty Loosey and Righty Tighty.
Fixed my in-laws screen with your video ...Thanks!!!!!!😃
I agree with Scott Mattice, I can't even see the roller and is unable to get the screen off the track. I did call the 800 number and got no help. I agree it's crap
Hello - if you can email me at social@milgard.com, I'd like to get your phone number and let our service team give you a call to walk you through the process. Thank you.
finally found thge right answer.
I am having a problem getting my sliding screen door out of track , i have all 4 tension screws backed completely out and can't get enough clearance to pull door out of frame, don't want to bend sliding door frame to remove but I don't know how else to get it to come out and I don"t really want to bend track out on frame to remove. Any advise. Thank you
@@MichaelDirk that is what I did it took a little forcing but got it out without bending or breaking anything, my last house my slider would come out so easy, thanks
My screen door is literally locked in the frame with 0 tolerance top or bottom. I have no idea how the hell it would ever be replaced.
Great explanation on how to retract the bottom rollers. I forgot how to do it after nearly 20 years. Needed to hit one of the adjuster screws with spray rust penetrant before it would move. All good now.
My screen with all the screws loose and while pushed up until the top of the screen is touching the frame still protrudes a quarter inch into the bottom track. There is absolutely no room for a putty knife, nor can I see the wheels. And there is no way to raise the screen further. Is there another type of screen door on a double glass door?
Door was installed in 2005 any comments welcome
I have the same issue.
Same experience as many of you, the door will not even lift up enough to be able to see the bottom edge of the door. I spoke with Evan at Customer Service and she told me there was not anything she could tell me beyond what the video instructs. Well, that's the definition of insanity, " continuing to repeat the same thing, expecting different results". That and buying a Milgard product. Ever research what its like downstream from the PVC plant? Great product, great customer service!! NOT!!!
Same issue with me. I’m unscrewed everything to the point where the screw is basically out and I still can’t lift the door to see the fucking wheels….paid well over $2000 for this unit and looks like I’m shit outta luck in replacing the screens
sir, i owe you one
Tried that but mine still won’t come out.
You need to check your screws!!! Not all screws on screen doors are Philips. Mine are Allen.
Thank you sir we fixed our scene door
A word to the wise: the putty knife is essential.
Thank you for the clear instructions. Helped me get it done 👍
Perfect! Thank you!
No help from Milgard or Milgard Dealer tech or the video on removing the screen door that does not clear the track for removing the screen door. They all want to charge for a service person to come out and assist. I'm not asking them to replace the screen I can do it myself I just can't get the screen door off the track. I believe it is a design issue with the patio door installation not a consumer issue. Milgard tells me they only warrant the screen doors for 1 year, I'm not asking for them to replace it just remove it from the track. I am the original owner, what homeowner test the ability of removing the screen door from the track when purchasing a new house. It's been 15 years and only now I need to change the screen, who would have known the screen door that sits in the frame is defected!! Who would have know in years to come the screen door is not removal able that is terrible product.
I'm so sorry that this video did not help you remove your screen door. The screen is under a 1 year warranty, so, we can send someone out to assist, it's just not covered under the warranty any longer, so, there would be a fee to do so. Let me know if I can assist at social@milgard.com
I’m having the same issue
Hello - if this video does not help, you can call 1-800-Milgard for additional assistance. They should be able to email you documents that can walk you through the process.
I agree. It is a design issue. This same crappy screen design has been in use since the 70's. Take them to small claims.
I'm having the same issue!
Wow, I'm surprised the lawyers don't also recommend the wearing of a hard hat and a chest protector. Sheesh!
Sheesh
Awesome and helpful indeed!!! Thank you...
Total crap, i have exact same setup and no matter how much I turned those bottom screws could never even see any part of the roller wheels,,
Hi Scott - sorry to hear about your trouble. You can always call 1-800-Milgard for service. Let me know if I can help.
Great it would buy again!
6/18/22: thank you, Milgard! I've just removed ours (with my GF) after watching it. We made the mistake a loosen the tops ones as well. Now, all is good. Thanks, again.
I have done very similar with Woodglut designs.
My screen door doesn't have any screws on the sides. It's so weird.
Definitely helped me today! Thanks!
I was looking at Airsoft vids and it brut me here? I only went to this vid cuz I though he was gonna rip it out or something
Who tf needs this info.
Thumbs up from me.?
Thank you thank you.
hi, my screen door is in between. so 2 glass sliding doors outside and 2 inside so total 5 tracks. my screen door is fixed now I am having no luck to put it back all the way to middle track. what should I do?
The steps to remove and replace the screen and the door should be the same, no matter how many tracks you have.
Does anyone know how to remove a screen door withOUT wheels??
Google it. (no...just kidding! I hope you figured it out! :-)
To unscrew turn counterclockwise. Other than that the video was fine …Lefty Lucy Righty Tighty.
You can call our Customer Service department at 1.800.MILGARD or submit a service request at our website by clicking on Care & Warranty then Request Service. Someone will get back to you!
What do you do to remove the screw if it stuck and can't be removed by the screwdriver?
I used some WD 40 on the screw to help loosen it. You don't want to strip the screw head.
Highest level of technological advancement. Use a putty knife. Wtf
I have a series 8000 sliding door that has a bar attached to the top and bottom tracks. How do I remove the top bar? I've already removed the bottom bar
Hi Curtis - If you call 1-800-Milgard, they will be able to help you. Thanks.
Not sure who installed mine on our house but the door is too tight to lift off. No gap. It's as though they placed the screen in and then sealed the track on afterwards. 😣
Hi - Sorry to hear that. We don't do the installations, so, it's hard to say what happened. If you call 1-800-Milgard they can send a technician out, though.
Milgard Windows & Doors I got it sorted out. Thanks for the video!
Hi, were you able to remove the screen? I have the same issue and have not been able to lift the screen out! The customer service will not send anyone out that the warranty covers only the window and not the screen door which is only one yr warranty. I ask if this is a defect in the window casing I should not have to call a dealer and pay for the service of removing the screen door and have to do this every time I need to change my screen. I have removed other screens before so it's not like I don't know how to do this.
Annie
what is with the stupid ffffffff music?