Screen Door Repair in Toronto & the GTA

Common Screen Door Problems

• Torn or damaged screen mesh
• Screen door won't slide or has come off track
• Broken screen door lock or latch
• Frame starting to come apart or bend
• Door won't stay latched

Common Screen Door Services

• Screen mesh replacement
• Roller and track repair
• Handle and lock repair
• Frame repair
• Door alignment
• Spline replacement

Here Are Some Things to Watch For

Opening and Closing — Patio screen doors can sometimes get a little off their track, or screen doors on main entrances can stick a bit. It should never take significant effort to make them work. They should not squeak or refuse to fully close.

Damage — High winds can propel tree branches or flower pots and the screen can become torn. Hail storms can cause damage. Children or pets pressing against the screen can bow it or create small holes. Prolonged use can cause wear, tears, frays, bends, and burns.

Improper Fit — Not every screen is designed to fit every patio door. For main entry doors, it could be the wrong size for the opening. If there's excessive shaking on windy days or you notice gaps, you may need a new screen door.

Types of Screen Doors We Repair

Screen doors are built a few different ways, and the repair approach depends on which one is installed. We work on sliding screen doors, patio screen doors, hinged screen doors, retractable screen doors, and aluminum or wood-framed screen doors.

Sliding and Patio Screen Doors

These are the most common type we see, mounted alongside a sliding glass or patio door. They use their own lightweight rollers and track, separate from the glass door's hardware, so it's possible for the screen to be off track or dragging while the glass door itself works fine. If the glass door beside it also needs attention, see our sliding door repair service.

Hinged and Retractable Screen Doors

Hinged screen doors on main entrances behave more like a standard door, so sagging hinges or a misaligned frame are the usual culprits when they stick or won't close. Retractable screen doors roll into a housing when not in use — the roller mechanism and side guides are the parts most likely to need attention if the screen won't extend smoothly or retract fully.

Framed Screen Doors on Front Entrances

Screen doors on front entrances are, many times, storm doors — aluminum, fiberglass, or wood frame with screens and glass panels that slide or swap seasonally. That gives you the option of a cross breeze or protection from the elements. Our crews are experienced in repairing these doors that serve a dual purpose as a screen and as a storm door.

Repair or Replacement? Screen Door Guidance

New mesh and spline, roller replacement, track cleaning or adjustment, and handle or latch replacement cover most screen door complaints.

A track bent along its length, a frame with separated or corroded corners, or a screen door old enough that matching parts aren't available usually points to full replacement.

If any of these issues are affecting your screen door, our team can assess it and recommend the right fix. We can also deal with new hardware, springs, latches, and weatherstripping as needed.

Screen Door Maintenance Tips

A few minutes of upkeep between seasons prevents most of the repair calls above. Vacuum the track channel regularly so grit and debris don't grind down the rollers — this is the single biggest factor in roller lifespan. Wipe tracks clean with a damp cloth rather than spraying an oil-based lubricant into them, since oil attracts more dust and can gum up the wheels; a dry silicone spray on the rollers themselves works better. Check the mesh and spline once a year for cracking, hardening, or small tears that can widen with use — catching these early is a simple re-screen rather than a frame rebuild. Retractable screens should be fully retracted and checked for spring tension before winter, since a screen left extended in freezing weather puts extra strain on the roller cassette.

How much does screen door repair cost?

Simple fixes like re-screening the mesh or replacing a spline are typically inexpensive. Roller replacement, track repair, or fixing a retractable screen's roller mechanism cost more depending on parts. We give a firm quote after a short inspection, before any work starts.

Can you just replace the torn mesh, or does the whole screen need rebuilding?

In most cases we only need to replace the mesh and spline and reuse your existing frame. A full rebuild is only necessary if the frame itself is bent, cracked, or the corners have separated.

Do you repair retractable screen doors?

Yes. Retractable screens roll into a housing on a spring-loaded mechanism, which fails differently than a fixed sliding screen. We service the roller cassette, spring tension, and side guides specific to these systems.

What's the most durable screen mesh for pets or high-traffic doors?

Pet-resistant mesh is a heavier, vinyl-coated polyester weave that resists scratching and pushing far better than standard fibreglass mesh. For high-traffic doors without pets, aluminum mesh holds its shape longest under repeated use.

Do you make custom-sized screens for older or non-standard doors?

Yes. Many older GTA homes have openings that don't match current standard sizes, so we build screens to the exact measurements of your existing frame instead of forcing a stock size to fit.

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