Side and patio door cut outs

The scope of your patio door conversion will depend on your existing circumstances. In the best-case scenario, you would have an existing window that’s wide enough to fit a patio door and the window would simply need to be cut down to enlarge the height and allow a patio door to fit. Unfortunately, that is a rare occurrence. In most cases, the window would have to be enlarged both horizontally and vertically to fit the door.

Depending on the location of the new door, there have been situations where we had to brick up an adjacent window and create a patio door right next to it.

When deciding on the location of your new patio door, you should consider the location of your existing window or opening and the ideal door placement that would best fit your needs.

While exposing the drywall on the inside, it is also important to look out for electrical wires and other wires that may be running below or above the window. The presence of a nearby outlet can suggest the presence of electrical wires but the only way to know is to expose the drywall. It is a good idea to have an electrician on standby in case electrical wires have to be moved. The same goes for the internet and other cables that may be interfering.

When the drywall has been exposed, the new patio door will need to be framed properly in order to hold the weight of the door. Spray foam and other means will be used to seal the door to prevent moisture and air from entering.

In some cases, stretches of drywall or siding will have to be replaced. This means that refinishing and painting may be required around the interior or exterior of your new patio door. Although we usually try to avoid this outcome, it’s required under some circumstances.

Enlarging a window into a patio door often requires structural work. Our team will use a specialized saw to cut the exterior. Whether it’s brick, concrete or siding we will use the appropriate tools to minimize dust and debris. Unlike other companies, our installers are comfortable with all kinds of cuts and can perform the work in a short period of time.

If the exterior is made of brick, a steel lintel will also be added to support the brick above.

On the interior, proper framing would need to be installed in order to provide proper support. That means that the studs and header would need to be installed and properly supported.

The cost of a patio door conversion project can vary greatly depending on a variety of factors. The material being cut into, the size of the door, the presence of an existing window or opening etc. That is why we offer free at-home estimates before you commit to going ahead with any project.

That being said, pricing can range from approximately $3000 and up for a cut-down (cutting down from an existing window) and approximately $4000 and up for a full cut (creating a patio door where there isn’t one).