Not all track damage looks the same. Surface pitting, rust, and small dents are a different repair than a track that's structurally bent out of shape. Here's how to tell the difference.
Run a finger along the track. Rough patches, pitting, or light rust are surface damage. If the track visibly curves or dips along its length, that's a structural bend, a different and more involved repair.
Surface damage is typically cleaned, smoothed, or capped with a stainless track cap. We assess the full length of the track before recommending a fix, so you're not paying for a full replacement when a cap will do.
General track damage (pitting, rust, small dents) is different from a structural bend, run a finger along the track to check for a curve versus surface roughness.
Don't keep sliding the door over rough or pitted sections, it accelerates roller wear on top of the track issue.
Sliding repeatedly over damaged track sections wears down new rollers just as fast as old ones.
Cost: $200-$400 for cleaning, smoothing, or capping.
Time: 1-2 hours depending on the extent of damage.
Repair via cleaning, smoothing, or a stainless track cap in most cases.
Salt air corrosion and sand abrasion are the two leading causes of general track wear in Florida.
Not always, we check the full length including sections that may look fine at a glance.
A properly fitted stainless cap blends in well and holds up better than the original in coastal conditions.
Get a free quote and an honest read on repair vs. replace.