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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide If your bifold doors have become stuck, they probably require a little attention. They could need to be cleaned and lubricated or adjusted. The problem could be caused by a loose bolt on the top pivot or by the top guide roller. This kit includes all the necessary hardware to return your bi-fold closet door system to its optimal performance. Take the door off Installing an internal set of bifold doors might appear to be a complicated and challenging task but it's actually simple for anyone with a bit of experience. The frame isn't the problem, but getting the doors to fold and close smoothly is. Bifold doors are complex pieces of machinery, and as such they may require some tweaking to keep working correctly. It could be as simple as tightening up a screw, or as complex as taking out and replacing the pivot pin or roller. It is usually possible to fix these issues by making just a few minor adjustments, without having to take out the doors. You may notice that your doors are sagging or scratching the floor, or they are bouncing off of their track. The solution to these issues isn't a big deal, and with three simple steps the bifold doors will be back on track in the blink of an eye. The most common problem that bifolding doors with internal hinges face is that they slide out of alignment. This can be caused by loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivot pins or simply a door that is not aligned. The majority of the time this can be fixed by a few simple adjustments. If, however, your door isn't moving in any way, you might have to replace it. To remove the door, you'll need an appropriate screwdriver, and possibly a pair of pliers (to assist in loosening any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver can be used to release any locking levers that are on the bottom bracket of the pivot, and the pliers will allow you to wiggle the pin and take it off. After the top roller has been removed After that, you can lift the door, turn it down and remove it from its track and pivot brackets. This is typically quite easy, but be careful not to let the door crash against the frame of the door. Then, you'll be able cut off the edge of the door that's scraping the floor and then sand it until smooth. Then paint or refinish the door if necessary. Take off the Roller Guide This spring-loaded roller is mounted on the top of a bifolding door to aid in smooth operation. It is designed to work with Kenna frames and can be fitted to doors that are 1 inch to 1/8 inch thick. It is made from nylon, steel, and other components and can replace a damaged or worn-out guide. To begin to remove the guide roller, take out any screws holding it in place using an screwdriver as well as a bit to loosen it. Then, carefully use your hands to lift it out of the frame. This may require some effort, so you should have a friend help you to keep the door in place as you take it off. After the guide has been removed, carefully cut through the remaining finish on the foot of the new guide using the help of a razor blade to remove it from the rod blank. This will make the guide foot easier to remove and also prevent any damage. The foot is very sharp and could cut or snag fingers. It is possible to use some force to remove the guide, but you must be careful not to chip or break the foot. After you have removed the guide, you must remove any threads or epoxy left in the place where it was attached. This will help prevent future problems with the guide. After removing the old guide, you can test your new guide by putting it in its place and then applying a few turns of masking tape or another type of guide tubing to hold it in place. This will let you double examine the guide's spacing and alignment to ensure that everything is properly set up. This is vital to avoid any future issues regardless of whether you use the CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System or eyeball it. If the guide is placed correctly and functioning as it should then the final step is to put the door back in its place. Be aware that any screws or pins that you removed or loosened must be replaced and tightened appropriately when you're finished. Remove bifold door repair can be a beautiful addition to a home, but they sometimes require to be tweaked or adjusted to ensure they are in good shape. Some issues can be addressed by keeping the doors in place. Other issues will require the doors be removed. This guide will show you how to take off the internal bifold door pins, rollers, and pivots. Gathering your tools is the first step. Making sure you have everything in place prior to time will save you some frustration later during the construction. You'll also need a screwdriver and pliers. You can pick up an assortment of basic tools at your local hardware store at a reasonable price. Keep some wood glue in your kit. This can be useful when you need to glue any of the rollers back in their original position. After assembling your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once this is loose the door should be free to slide off the top track completely. It may take a few jigglings but it should come right off the track. The next step is to remove the bottom pivot from the frame. Close all interior doors prior to starting. This will make it simpler instead of working from the inside. If the bottom track is still in good condition, you'll be able to simply lift the door and then remove the track. You'll have to replace the track if it is damaged. You can buy tracks that are suitable for swinging and bifold closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is severely damaged, you may have to replace it completely. You'll need to test your doors to ensure the proper operation. Check that they're capable of moving smoothly in and out of position. You'll need to ensure that the edges of your door are aligned to the frame when it's closed. If they aren't, you'll need to adjust the top pivot bracket by tightening or loosening the bottom setscrew. Replace the Roller If they are installed properly, bifold doors can neatly enclose pantries, laundry rooms and closets. They consist of two door panels that hinge together and slide open on a track that sits in the frame's top. Over time the roller guide bearings may wear out, causing the doors to bow and scrape against the floor. The guide roller can be replaced in a matter of minutes using a few tools. The first step is removing the roller guide from your door panel. The bolt that holds the bottom pivot is to be removed, as well as the screw that connects the guide to the top of the door panel should be removed. After the guide is removed, lift the door panel up and off its track. Then using a wrench remove the top pivot bolt from the hole in the frame's header by loosening the bolt. Stanley, Cox and Acme offer a replacement top nylon roller that has a 7/8-inch diameter wheel mounted on a base made of steel. It mounts on the top edge of the bifold door, which is 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It comes spring-loaded to self-adjust in the upper track for smooth gliding. A bifold door may also scratch against the floor as it opens and closes. This can occur after adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised to ensure proper clearance. This issue can be solved by getting rid of the screws that adjust the bottom pivot by loosening the top track mounting screws and moving anchor/pivot. A new set top roller guides can be an inexpensive solution to your bifold doors becoming difficult to operate. They are usually available at your local hardware shop in the door section. However they can be ordered online from several suppliers. In addition to a new top guide for rollers, you'll require a small amount of Elmer's wood glue which is sold in large box stores as well as a squeeze clamp. The clamp assists in keeping the repair area tightly closed after glue is inserted and allowed to dry.