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Specialty Door Installation

Lift-and-Slide Door Installation

We install lift-and-slide, multi-slide and bifold door systems for large openings. The work includes opening review, flashing, waterproofing, panel alignment, hardware adjustment and final operational testing.

Installation Scope

Installation for Large Door Systems

Lift-and-Slide Door Installation

Installation of lift-and-slide door systems, including opening review, track and threshold prep, panel setting, alignment and hardware adjustment for smooth operation.

Multi-Slide Door Installation

Multi-slide door installation for large openings, with attention to track alignment, panel sequencing and weatherproofing at the header and sill.

Bifold Door Installation

Bifold door installation including panel alignment, hinge and track setup, and final adjustment so panels fold and operate correctly.

European Door Installation

Installation of European window and door systems from select Italian manufacturers, following the specifications these products require for proper fit and operation. (We also service existing Albertini systems — see Service & Maintenance.)

Our Process

What Lift-and-Slide Installation Actually Involves

These systems are heavier and less forgiving than a standard door. Here is what we manage at each stage.

01

Rough-Opening Review

We confirm the rough opening is square, sized correctly, and structurally ready for the panel weight of the system going in.

02

Threshold Planning

Threshold height and drainage are planned before installation, since lift-and-slide systems depend on a level, properly sloped threshold to seal correctly.

03

Flashing

Flashing is installed at the header, jambs, and sill to direct water away from the structure before the door goes in.

04

Waterproofing

We manage the full weatherproofing sequence around the opening, not just sealant at the visible edges.

05

Panel Alignment

Heavy panels are set and aligned to the track with precision — even small misalignment causes drag, gaps, or premature wear.

06

Roller & Track Adjustment

Rollers and the track system are adjusted so the panel lifts, slides, and seats smoothly under its full weight.

07

Hardware Setup

Locking hardware, handles, and multi-point locks are installed and adjusted for secure, reliable operation.

08

Final Operation Testing

We test full operation repeatedly before calling the job complete, checking smoothness, seal, and lock engagement.

On projects that include a screen system, we coordinate screen track and housing with the door installation directly — see Large-Opening Screens.
Project Types

New Construction & Remodel Coordination

Large door systems get installed under different conditions depending on the project.

New Construction

We coordinate directly with builders and framing crews so the rough opening, structural support, and flashing sequence are planned correctly before the door arrives.

Remodel Installation

Widening an existing opening for a lift-and-slide or multi-slide system involves structural review, so we assess the existing header and framing before committing to a plan.

Installation Questions

Answers Before You Start

Lift-and-slide door installation includes opening review, flashing, waterproofing, panel alignment, hardware adjustment and final operational testing to confirm the system opens and closes correctly.

Yes. We install multi-slide and bifold door systems using the same attention to track alignment, panel sequencing and weatherproofing as our lift-and-slide installations.

We install European window and door systems from select Italian manufacturers, following the installation standards these products require for proper fit and long-term operation. We also provide service and maintenance for existing Albertini systems, though Albertini is not currently one of our sales product lines.

We provide window and door installation throughout Southern California, working with homeowners, builders, architects and designers on custom homes and remodel projects.

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