Elegant Style, restored Efficiency
French doors add a touch of classic elegance to any Burlington home, bridging indoor and outdoor spaces with style. However, their multiple glass panes (or single large panes with grids) are susceptible to seal failure. When French door glass fogs up, that elegant look turns dingy and neglected. Installix specializes in French door glass replacement. We replace the thermal glass units within your existing wood, steel, or fiberglass doors, restoring their clarity and insulation value without the expense of hanging new doors.
Common French Door Issues
Foggy Internal Grids
Many French doors feature internal muntin bars (grids) between the glass panes. When the seal fails, moisture condenses on these grids, causing them to rust, discolor, or look permanently dirty. This is impossible to clean from the outside.
Drafts at the Meeting Stile
Double French doors meet in the middle. If the glass units fail, the door structure can warp slightly, creating gaps where cold air enters. Restoring the structural integrity of the glass often helps the door sit truer.
Upgrade Opportunity
Many older French doors have single-pane glass. We can often retrofit them with modern, thin double-pane thermal units to drastically improve energy efficiency.
The Solution: Insert Replacement
We carefully remove the trim stops holding the glass in place. We extract the compromised unit and install a new, factory-sealed IGU (Insulated Glass Unit). We then reinstall the stops, leaving your door looking original but performing like new.
Why Choose Installix?
- Grid Matching: We match your existing grid pattern (Colonial, Prairie, Diamond) and color perfectly so it looks like the original door.
- Safety Glass: French doors are high-traffic areas. We install Tempered Safety Glass to meet code and protect your family.
- Wood Door Experts: We have the specialized skill to deglaze wood doors without damaging the delicate moulding.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Options |
|---|---|
| Glass Type | Tempered Safety Glass (Standard for doors). |
| Grids (Muntins) | Internal (between glass) or SDL (Simulated Divided Lite) applied to surface. |
| Privacy | Acid-etched or bevelled glass options for interior French doors (e.g., office or den). |
Our Process: Careful Craftsmanship
Step 1: Pattern Matching
We measure the grid width, color, and pattern spacing to ensure the new unit matches the adjacent door exactly.
Step 2: Stop Removal
This is the delicate part. We gently pry off the wood or vinyl stops. If any break (common with old brittle plastic), we have sources for replacement strips.
Step 3: Installation
We bed the new glass in silicone or glazing tape, re-secure the stops, and clean up. The door is ready to use immediately.
Pricing Factors
- Grid Complexity: More grids = higher manufacturing cost.
- Door Material: Wood doors take longer to service than vinyl or steel doors.
- Size: Full-lite (top to bottom glass) units are more expensive than half-lite units.
Our Service Promise
10-Year Warranty against seal failure. Keep your French doors looking classy.
Restore the elegance.
Contact Installix for a French door glass quote.
Why Burlington Residents Trust Installix
Local Compliance
We meet all building codes specific to Burlington.
Fast Response
Our technicians are frequently in Burlington.
Weather Ready
Glass rated for our freeze/thaw cycles.
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