https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/christchurch-bifold-door-repairs-near-me/ Repairing Bifold Doors The hardware that is used to hold the bifold doors together will deteriorate over time. Cleaning and lubricating the mechanisms (including the locks) will ensure that they run smoothly and efficiently. Oft, the problem is easily fixed. This guide will help you to fix your bifold door if it becomes difficult to open or close. Cracked Pivot Pins A bifold door is comprised of two panels that slide along a track within the floor and head jambs. They pivot on pins that are installed in the corners of one panel closest to the frame, and a guide is installed on top of the opposite panel to guide it along the track. You may have to replace your pivot pin or anchor if the bifold is falling. The pivot pins of bifolding doors are joined to the track via brackets that are screwed into the side jamb as well as the headjamb or floor. The bottom bracket is fitted with a notch that can be adjusted to alter the angle between the door and the floor or jamb. Sometimes the pivot pins crack or break off. This usually happens from twisting force imposed on the pivot pin while moving long logs using a track loader or grapple. The majority of the time, this issue can be solved by loosening the set screws on the bracket's bottom and raising the door a bit. This will bring the door's edge with the frame and remove the scrape. It is not uncommon to see the pivot pin that is the primary one on bifold doors cracked or broken. The pin is subjected more force and twisting compared to the thumb or coupler. This is especially relevant for older pins which are composed of soft materials. If the pin is broken you can take it off from the door by squeezing it out with a flat-headed screwdriver or pliers. Clean the coupler or thumb and replace it with a brand new pin. Ensure the diameter of the pin is identical to the old pin. Use an appropriate punch with the right end diameter to put the new pin