Patio Door Installation

In this video I show a patio door installation. I explain how to install a patio door in great detail. It is a sliding glass patio door. I teach how to install a patio door handle and lock. How so set the patio door is explained too. The patio door used in this video is a Pella 150 series with mini blinds from Lowe's. also give a Pella 150 series review in this video. .
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Disclaimer: This video is all based on my personal opinion and is for entertainment purposes ONLY. I am not a financial advisor, CPA, attorney, tax advisor, electrician, plumber, housing contractor, designer, or any type of profession to give advice. I am just a consumer sharing my experiences and research. If you do need knowledge for those types of things, I will advise you to seek help for those professionals.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

What did you think about those mini blinds?

[@T.E.P.]

love those blinds and they function well. Gotta get you a special logo made so when you start your videos your logo can pop up. Brainstorm with your friends and family or I will get a few guys here in MN to help. Also really like how the fast forward nailing off the flange you did a voice over during that ..... that's a good editing process. Cheers man!!! see ya next vid

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I think that would be a nice touch. A good intro graphic of some kind. I’ve seen other channels do that. Makes the videos look more official. The voiceover while doing the fast video seems to be a better fit than just playing the fast video. I’m up late at night editing the saying sometimes so if you find a mistake let me know LOL. Stay tuned!

[@T.E.P.]

@@TheExcellentLaborer it's all a fantastic learning experience and take it 1 day at a time and don't burn out. Great things coming your way 4 sure. thanks for all the replys tooo

[@brad2548]

Nice work. God bless you . Yoyr presentation is straight forward and I believe I can see by your demeanor your a kind, honest person.

[@Mikey-pm3kn]

extra $500 for mini blinds.. 1504921 is $498 without blinds, the same door 1504922 is $998 with blinds. and if you want a screen, it has to be special ordered for around $260 direct from Pella

[@chippydog2]

Another well done instructional video! Thanks Josh! Two windows done one slider to go!

[@jrizz43]

If you end up doing the flashing under the door, what do you use for fastening it to the floor? Liquid nails ontop of the tape? screws?

[@danielsshow3324]

Liquid nail is the absolute worst thing to use on vinyl. I do this everyday as a contractor for the last decade. NP-1 or rainbuster polyurethane would be per manufacturer specs to seal around the fin where a 2-3/4 X 8 screw is required not nails. And on a wooden subfloor I’d never install a door without a recess pan designed specifically for moisture. Tyvek tape wouldn’t pass code it needs a pressure design per code. Also the tyvek would pass over top of the screwed off fin at the top of door to prevent water running downhill not taped over it after it’s screwed off. Don’t pull permits if you’re willing to follow these directions.

[@tsetendorjee9040]

Thank you very much for sharing your Patio Door installation KZbin!!!❤

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are very welcome. I hope it helps you with your install!

[@enjoylife7030]

If you are replacing an existing door, do you have any suggestions for breaking that liquid nail seal on the bottom of the existing slider? Obviously you don't want to be too rough with the old door and have glass shatter everywhere. Thanks.

[@PA-hb3eh]

Prob fastest and most easy video I've seen great job u hit all the major points

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m glad I can help. Thanks for watching!

[@RuPaulCharley]

Couldn’t ask for a better video! Thank you!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you Jay. I’m glad I can help you. Thanks for watching!

[@richallen7506]

Thank you for this video. I am about to install this exact Pella door. I was wondering if you can reverse the door?

[@GermanVera-j3s]

Excellent video! Thank you for sharing I'm going to Install my door on Sunday and fallow every step!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Glad it helped! Good luck with your project Sunday!

[@mashoutman]

Question: Does the rough opening specified by the manufacturer include the bottom plate or is it measured directly from the subfloor up?

[@CraigArndt]

Great video, bought a Jeld-Wen from Lowes and this is my project tomorrow. Doesn't seem to bad, have a helper and will take my time flashing. Thanks for doing this video.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks Craig! Good luck on your project!

[@leoflores7111]

How was the install? I also bought one. 96x80

[@buzzechonomic]

How hard is to add flashing to an existing sliding door? I believe this is the reason i am getting water in my ceiling basement. any advice? also because the apartment is very cold in the winter

[@tedkrush5661]

Great video with useful tips and tricks. Will be replacing my existing slider this spring and this video helped

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Awesome! Good luck with your project!

[@ed370zx3]

I love that door I copied the manu number from your video. But how do you make up the distance when you Sheetrock the wall inside. The frame sits back? No? Your working 2x4 framing correct? Great job, love your videos!,

[@fidelmarroquin4238]

Thanks for you video in how to install a sliding glass door make my job easier Thanks

[@barrettlarson4187]

Couldn’t have done mine without ya! THANKS!

[@allencolvin4320]

On the nailing of the door flange, I always thought that you never want to nail the header bc of the wall settling over time...can you explain?

[@ericb.8119]

Hey Josh, we are in the process of building our own house and our contractor got our 4 panel sliding doors in. What is the height and width of that door? Our rough opening is 6”8 and I know that’s standard height but it feels short. Was wondering what you thought about that? Thanks!

[@kennethmiller6936]

What would be wrong with caulking the top and sides of the door before hammering the nails in?

[@papamattg8694]

I've been doing construction for a long time and i greatly cherish to have worked With my dad. My first watch. Great job on full installation and instructional commentary. 100%

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot for watching. A father son relationship no comparison to other relationships. I love construction. Sounds like you do too. Stay tuned!

[@ElijahBorovskiy]

installing new sliding doors is always good, but I want to share with you my experience, I live in Orlando Florida, I contacted the Masterslide company with the problem of my sliding doors (if you ask, I will share the contacts) they replaced the rollers, installed a track cover and a new handle with a lock. Now my door is like new and I'm as happy as a child! And most importantly, I thought that I saved more than two thousand dollars! Just because repairs are cheaper!))) so think before ordering new ones. This is not advertising, this is my case.

[@jacksn6163]

Great job explaining everything!

[@thuncvho7227]

Start My Door Installation Job At Home Depot Monday And Mann You’ve Helped A Fuxcking Ton

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome! I’m glad I could help!!

[@Fulltime_Rookie]

Very thorough and useful I learned something, thanks brotha good videos 😎💪🏼

[@maciejfassa4394]

Pretty nice. For anyone interested in European blinds I would suggest Dako brand.

[@Macedmama617]

Ok .. question? Might be a stupid one.. did you door have a nailing flange all the way around it? Our door will be sitting on concrete. What do we do about that nailing flange at the bottom?

[@freeamerican4243]

I bought a Pella door and the are taking it back to remove the nail flange from the bottom since it will be installed on a slab. You then drive screws through the sill. How did you install yours ?

[@Macedmama617]

We ended up and removed the flange on the bottom. Then used liquid nail heavy duty for the bottom which also worked as a sealer. Nailed the flange around the sides! Basically just like shown in the video! It’s perfect!

[@becoolnotcruel]

Great video! I noticed that you didn't use stretch tape or house wrap around the frame of the patio door, why not? Okay, disregard the question, I just got to the end of the video where you spoke about it. :)

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Ok I’m glad you found the answer. Thanks for watching and good luck with your project!

[@becoolnotcruel]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Thank you again!

[@WillyLopez-y9b]

Muchas gracias por compartir sus conocimientos muy bien explicado gracias

[@T.E.P.]

gooood job again. Sound is great too. can tell you are having a great time with the channel. 14.6k subscribers on Thursday April 22, 2021!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You the man Eric! I love the support. Lord know I need it. I like how you do the timestamps. Very cool!

[@fakeusa]

Can you successfully re-shim a door after it is installed? I have a gap on the bottom of the door and the bottom of the middle seal

[@richryan9530]

Awesome video. Step by step visual helped me a ton. Thanks for the extra tips also. Subscribed

[@Jake.Gentry]

I just ordered this patio door. Do you think it’s good for outside weather? I got the 60 X 80

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It’s definitely a solid door. I really like mine so far. For the price I don’t think you can go wrong. Yes weather should be fine against the door. Hope that helps!

[@Jake.Gentry]

@@TheExcellentLaborer that’s great to hear! I got mine for $319 minus delivery and taxes but still a great deal. Also, I noticed it has a header but not like a usual window header- is that normal?

[@darrellwilliams705]

Great video….good tip on the reveal.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you Darrell!

[@KR-kf7fy]

Can you put the glass sliding door on a bottom stud?

[@papamattg8694]

The blinds are Awesome!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I love the blinds building. It’s the only way to go.

[@namesbooty6176]

you can also put some tape on the back of the locking mechanism, close fully, then disengage the lock bolt and it will stick where it needs to be. straighten accordingly, mark screw holes, etc

[@cliffmee3706]

Awesome! Thank you 👍

[@RelivitMedia]

Thank you for your video. Do you feel if there's any concerns of the blinds possibly breaking or being damaged inside or getting stuck? Just curious if anyone has had any negative experiences with the blinds failing somehow. Thanks again for your video.

[@GunninWizard]

I have. Blinds stopped working

[@semajbest2324]

Shim behind the latch, it can throw the reveal off

[@desiraerodriguez2759]

Question I had some sliding doors from Lowe’s installed and before when walking out of my living room out to my patio it was flesh and take a step down into my patio. Now my new doors I had to step up and out which seems like a tripping hazard, is that normal to have a lip on the inside when stepping out?

[@joeaguilar7131]

Love this video

[@Ray-wr2wr]

what is the difference between pella 250& 150 series? I'm looking to install patio sliding door

[@nathanayers8221]

lining up lock mechanism can use carpenter square as oppose to eyeballing…

[@kennedycarey898]

No flashing or sill pan? Seems like risky business - but looks like the exterior has a roof over it so probably not an issue

[@freedomcreek]

Would seem like the manufacture’s warranty would be nullified without a sill pan or flashing.

[@Geoduct123]

Until you spray it with a garden hose

[@WorldCommander]

Standard practices still apply roof or not. It's an opening into the structure and should be treated same for all windows and doors. Otherwise it's sloppy work.

[@thomashorner-l1m]

Then why say anything

[@RichardRecupero]

what about flashing and water proof silicone instead of liquid nails??

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You could use silicone. I like how hard liquid nails sets up. Thanks for watching!

[@billyjack3580]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Something that sets up firm also acts as a mortar, and supports the door frame, reducing movement from traffic. In the event the door needs to be removed, silicone might be too adhesive, causing a lot of unnecessary damage in the process.

[@chuckkremer2740]

Nice video!

[@feldmanjared]

Excellent video. following along and the house is turning out great!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Oh awesome! Glad to hear you are following the progress. Thanks a lot! Stay tuned!

[@eastendguy485]

Instead of "reveal" , I would say "gap" between the operating panel stile and frame jamb but great show!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yeah that term would work!

[@macrapidito1]

What is the rough opening for a 72” wide by 80” high sliding patio door?

[@rodrigoarreguin9865]

A 72x80 vinyl 250 double sliding door from pella actual size is 71.5”x79.5”. So the rough opening is recommended to be 72”x80”. You want to have at least a half inch bigger rough opening then the width and height of the frame size. Also the door shown installed does not meet u factor and would not pass code in the Chicago area. So check what the minimum u factor is in your area.

[@macrapidito1]

@@rodrigoarreguin9865 thanks for the info, if you don’t mind, why this door doesn’t meet the U factor?

[@rodrigoarreguin9865]

@@macrapidito1 it does not meet u factor because of the blinds between the glass.

[@macrapidito1]

@@rodrigoarreguin9865 thanks again, I found your answers not only helpful to me but to others too. Keep it up! Thanks again.

[@yusuihang]

I need to remove and reinstall a similar door so I can have a custom made sill pan put underneath. Anyone with experience doing this? Would the nailing fin survive after removing nails and re-nailing? Any other problems with doing this?

[@BlackFaceTrudeau]

Great video, thanks bud!

[@honkbob]

Have you ever reversed this door ?? I need one to open in opposite direction, is this possible with this door + blinds ?? (great video btw)

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Oh and is not. Inside with blinds must be on the interior. Good question though!

[@TheSwordAXE]

What handedness was this door?

[@alfirst9087]

@@TheSwordAXE the door can be ordered as either Left or Right handed.

[@ericinalaska7648]

I actually ordered and just received a 150 series 96x80 no blinds. It's marketed as reversible/universal. You can configure it any way you like. It comes with instructions to do so. The different ways involve removing the panel(s) and flipping the frame top to bottom and removing the track and relocating it from bottom to top before flipping or top to bottom after prior to reinstalling the panel(s). Then reinstalling the handle as needed as well as the latch potentially if your combination of repositioning causes it to be upside down and or backwards. Again this is with the no blinds version. And the instructions to do so are provided with the door. Not able to order as left or right. Its just universal and you can bet it will likely be opposite of how you'd like to install it. But definitely doable. I can't speak for the blinds version but I feel like it would work similarly but perhaps not. Pella does have instructions also on there website but they seem to be generic and referencing another model. But looking at my instructions for the 150 and comparing them to the online instructions. It's the exact same process.

[@richallen7506]

@@ericinalaska7648 Thank you for this information. i just purchased this 150 series door without the blinds and i need to reverse the door. so glad its doable.

[@dukeman7595]

Shouldn't you take both glass doors out of the frame first and install? Much easier to handle and plum without the glass doors, as well as no danger of breakage during installation..

[@MrSamuelgp16]

Thanks Man

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

No problem!

[@billyjack3580]

Why aluminum nails? Code? Personal preference?

[@Tyscrat]

So what about the gap on the inside? The drywall is going to be way past flush and I’m having the same issue at my house

[@bluecreek6036]

Did you get that door from Lowe's

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes I did. Good bang for the buck.

[@sunshinecompany1]

What do I need for a header?

[@bobbypietropollo7195]

What size is that header?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

This header is made out of two 2 x 12. The length is 3 inches longer than the width of the door. I hope that helps!

[@shaodonglin8153]

Too difficulty to do it, I will have to hire the pro …thanks

[@altaycalifornia9666]

Hello guys . İs there any one know how can i order atio vinly sliding door panel . İ mean i don t want all part . Just sliding door part . Than i can replace my self . . There is no place sell only some part of it . Thank you so much

[@lifecoaching5068]

Seriously no flashing and sill and water tightening it? Do you have any ideas what you doing?

[@blueinlight]

Nice video. However, did you notice there is no way to lock the door from the outside!! For real, No keyed locking mechanism. This is really something Pella should state on the packaging.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes there is key lock mechanism. They should have said that on the box. I’m not sure if they do or not. Thanks for watching!

[@MrTtillub]

Liquid nails on the bottom seal never heard of that one sealant maybe ...!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes it’s common practice

[@tomkiz1892]

Good luck to the person who has to someday replace that door with it being liquid nailed to the subfloor.

[@hectoralonzo7909]

@@tomkiz1892 Boo-Yaa!!!!

[@Iegend17]

You used nails. You can’t use screws?

[@woodfinchcrafts7267]

You didn't flash??

[@jaywhite1850]

This is completely unrealistic! No measuring four times and still getting it wrong. No wife questioning if you really know what you’re doing. Frame was too plumb. And where’s the duct tape?! All jokes aside, great video!!! Planning on installing one soon and this will definitely be helpful.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m glad you like the video Jay! Good luck on your door install. Let me know how it goes!

[@greenman5506]

flashing?

[@Mikey-pm3kn]

an extra $500 for mini blinds? the one without blinds is $498... also you have to buy the screen separate which ive heard is a pain and an extra $260

[@nealrstevens]

Use lipstick to mark where the latch touches the jamb.

[@deanle604]

No liquid nail for door and window.

[@handyman718]

👍

[@benkieffer925]

You call your dad Gerald?

[@robertshaw4799]

You forgot sill pan

[@brad2548]

You didnt level the top of the opening

[@carloslucero533]

Los productos puertas paella no sirven

[@brad2548]

Kikos