A newly-installed, efficient patio door stops drafts, saves energy and eliminates leaks. Learn how to DIY a sliding glass door replacement.

And the usual way is with a patio door. The classic patio door fits a double-wide opening and is made up of two aluminum-frame glass panels--one fixed and the other sliding.

Sticking doors, drafty seals, and old styles are all reasons homeowners take on the cost of replacing sliding glass doors. See typical costs.

Typically, a sliding door that leads to a patio or deck will get a rigorous daily workout. If yours needs replacing, you'll be glad to know that manufacturers have improved the design and ...

I know I need to install a concrete overlay to get my patio to drain. Is that all I have to do? How would you repair my sliding door leak? — Doug T., Windsor, Ontario ...

Can I install a keyed lock in my sliding patio door if it didn't come with one?Roger E., Katy, Texas You have two options: You can get a general retrofit kit from an outfit like Swisco.com (it ...

There are steps you can take to repair rotten wood on an exterior sliding door, but it might be easier to replace the wood or the whole door.

know I need to install a concrete overlay to get my patio to drain. Is that all I have to do? How would you repair my sliding door leak?