Glass Patio - Installation - Is My Sliding Glass Door Suitable?

Before installing a Glass Patio Pet Door, it's important to assess whether your sliding glass door is compatible. This guide will walk you through the key considerations: 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Locking Hardware
• Included Locking Hardware Compatibility 
• Compatible: Single & Double Hook Type
• Incompatible: Internal Locking Mechanisms & Clamp-Type Locks 
• Door Track Compatibility
• Compatible Door Types
• Compatible Door Heights
• Still unsure?

Locking Hardware

1. Check Your Existing Handle and Lock:

Examine the type of handle and lock installed on your sliding door. In some cases, internal locking hardware within the door track may obstruct the proper installation of the pet door. 

2. Removing Obstructing Hardware: 

If such hardware is present, you may need to remove it to allow the pet door to fit. This hardware is usually secured with screws, which can be unscrewed to remove the components. 

3. Consider Security Implications: 

Removing the locking hardware may prevent you from securing your sliding door. It's important to weigh this before proceeding.

Tip: Use a Sliding Door Bar Lock as an alternative security solution. It's easy to install and allows you to keep your door secure without relying on the original lock.

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Included Locking Hardware Compatibility 

The Glass Patio Pet Door comes with locking hardware suitable for the following handle types:

Compatible: Single & Double Hook Type

Included Damage Free Locking Hardware The locking hardware included with the Glass Patio Pet Door is intended for use with Single or Double Hook Type Door Hardware.

Incompatible: Internal Locking Mechanisms & Clamp-Type Locks 

Included Permanent Door Locking Hardware Permanent Locking Hardware can be used with most doors, however it does require drilling into your sliding door and door frame.

Door Track Compatibility

Your door track must be clear of obstructive locking hardware and wide enough to accommodate the pet door frame. Some sliding door designs (especially older or custom models) may not be suitable.

Compatible Door Types

• Standard Single Sliding Doors – Recommended
  
  

• Double Sliding Doors – Not Recommended
  Requires one door to be permanently fixed in place, limiting access.
  
  

• Bifold or Stacking Sliding Doors – Not Recommended
  These create gaps and lack proper sealing when a pet door is installed.

Double Sliding Doors Not Recommended	Bifold or Stacking Doors Sliding Doors Not Recommended

Compatible Door Heights

Info: Extensions are available to increase the height by 160 mm, but compatibility is limited by height ranges (see below).

Incompatible Door Heights

Some door heights cannot be accommodated due to extension limitations (i.e., one extension is insufficient, and two are too much for safe installation). 

Still unsure?

Contact our support team via Live Chat with your door specifications and a photo of your sliding door and track — we’ll help you confirm compatibility.

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