After 30 years as a door repair company, we’ve heard some real head scratches when it comes to sliding door repair advice. Some of these “tips” are so bad, they’d make your sliding doors cringe.

As your friendly neighborhood door service company, we don’t want you to waste your time AND your hard-earned money on these.

Here’s some of the worst we’ve had to debunk over the years:

Myth 1: “WD-40 Fixes Everything!”

Listen, we love WD-40 as much as the next person. It’s great for hinges and bolts. But your sliding door track? Not so much. That miracle spray will attract dust and grime, leaving you with a bigger mess than when you started.

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Myth 2: “Just Replace the Whole Thing!”

Okay, valid. Sure, sometimes a full replacement is necessary. But more often than not, a skilled repair can save you big bucks and hassle. Don’t let the “rip it out” agenda fool you – a little repair from the pros can go a long way.

Myth 3: “I Saw This DIY Hack on TikTok…”

Okay, also valid. TikTok can have useful tips… The problem is you might end up starring in a “DIY Fails” compilation. – so maybe leave the complex repairs to us. Trust us, we’ve seen the ramen and glue aftermath of a few people who’ve actually tried it.

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Myth 4: “Ignore It and It’ll Fix Itself!”

Ah, the “ostrich approach” to home maintenance. Spoiler alert: pretending that the sticking door isn’t there won’t fix it. Small issues can quickly become expensive headaches if ignored. Look, we get it. Sliding door problems can be frustrating. But before you start kicking, spraying, or watching questionable DIY videos, give us a call.

Atlas Door Repair: Reliable Sliding Doors in Chicago

With three decades of experience under our belts, we’ve seen (and fixed) it all. No judgment, no fuss – just smooth-sliding solutions that’ll have you wondering why you ever listened to unsolicited advice in the first place.

To learn more about our what Atlas Door Repair can do for you, call (800) 359-3449. We’ll diagnose your doors’ issue in depth

Remember, when it comes to sliding door repair, sometimes the best advice is knowing when to call in the pros – like us: Atlas Door Repair. Save the DIY spirit for your next craft project, and leave the doors to us. Call (800) 359-3449 now!