Pocket Door Installation & Repair in Boca Raton and South Florida
Pocket doors slide directly into the wall cavity, making them the preferred solution wherever floor space is limited — bathrooms, closets, pantries, home offices, and open-plan spaces where a swinging door creates an obstacle. Atlantic Window Repair installs new pocket door systems and repairs existing ones across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties.
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Pocket Door Services We Provide
New Pocket Door Installation
We install complete pocket door systems in both new construction and existing walls. For existing walls, our team opens the wall cavity, installs the header track and split-stud frame, fits the door, and refinishes the surrounding surface. We work with any door material — wood, MDF, glass panel, or composite.
Pocket Door Repair
Existing pocket doors develop problems over time: the door comes off the track, rollers wear down and cause the door to drag, the frame shifts and prevents smooth operation, or the hardware fails. We diagnose the specific fault and repair it without unnecessary replacement of components.
Hardware Replacement
Rollers, floor guides, edge pulls, flush handles, and soft-close mechanisms are replaced when worn or damaged. We source hardware compatible with most manufacturer systems and can retrofit upgraded components where original hardware is discontinued.
Custom Sizes & Non-Standard Openings
Non-standard opening sizes, oversized spans, and double pocket door configurations are handled through our in-house woodworking workshop. We fabricate custom door slabs and frame components where off-the-shelf options do not fit.
Glass Panel Pocket Doors
Pocket doors with glass inserts — frosted, clear, or decorative — are installed and repaired. Glass replacement in existing pocket door panels is also available as a standalone service.
Common Pocket Door Problems We Fix
Most pocket door failures fall into a predictable set of categories. Understanding the cause helps with planning the right repair:
• Door comes off the track — roller carriages wear down or the track becomes misaligned, allowing the door to drop or bind
• Door drags along the floor — roller failure or frame settlement causes the door to make contact with the floor rather than gliding freely
• Door won’t stay open or closed — worn floor guides or missing door stops allow the door to drift in the pocket
• Wall cavity obstruction — pipes, wiring, or structural elements inside the wall interfere with the door’s travel
• Frame damage from moisture — bathroom pocket doors are especially susceptible to humidity-related swelling and frame degradation in South Florida’s climate
• Hardware failure — edge pulls, flush locks, and handles break or loosen with regular use
Materials & Door Types
We install and repair pocket doors in all standard materials used in South Florida residential and commercial construction:
• Solid wood — oak, pine, mahogany, and other hardwoods; stainable and paintable
• MDF and engineered wood — stable in humid conditions, takes paint cleanly
• Glass panel doors — frosted, clear, tempered, or decorative glass inserts
• Composite — moisture-resistant options well-suited to South Florida bathrooms and laundry rooms
• Double pocket door systems — two doors that pocket into opposite walls, used for wider openings
Why Atlantic Window Repair for Pocket Doors
Pocket door installation requires precise framing, level track alignment, and accurate wall finishing. Done correctly, a pocket door operates smoothly for years. Done poorly, the door binds, the wall finish cracks, or the rough opening settles out of plumb within months.
Every installation at Atlantic Window Repair is carried out by our own team of seven master technicians — no subcontractors. For non-standard sizes or custom door fabrication, our in-house woodworking workshop handles the work directly. We’ve been operating across Palm Beach County for over six years.
We assess each job before quoting: if the wall cavity contains obstructions or requires structural work before the pocket frame can be installed, we identify this at the estimate stage rather than after opening the wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a pocket door be installed in an existing wall?
Yes, but the process involves opening the wall to build the pocket frame inside the cavity. The scope depends on what’s inside the wall — standard stud bays with no obstructions are straightforward. Walls with plumbing, electrical, or load-bearing elements require more planning. Our technician assesses the specific wall during the estimate visit before any work is quoted.
How long does pocket door installation take?
A straightforward installation in an existing non-load-bearing interior wall typically takes one to two days, including wall opening, framing, door fitting, and surface finishing. Custom or larger openings take longer. We confirm the timeline at the estimate stage.
My pocket door is hard to open and makes a grinding noise. What’s wrong?
This usually indicates worn roller carriages. The rollers that carry the door along the header track degrade over time, particularly in humid conditions. In most cases, replacing the roller hardware resolves the problem without replacing the door or frame. Our technician diagnoses the specific cause before recommending parts.
Can you replace just the glass in a pocket door without replacing the whole door?
Yes. If the door frame and hardware are in good condition, glass panel replacement is available as a standalone service. We measure, order, and install the replacement glass.
Do you install pocket doors in commercial properties?
Yes. We work on residential and commercial properties across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties. Commercial pocket door installations — offices, retail spaces, hospitality — are handled by the same in-house team.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. All estimates are free and on-site. One of our technicians visits the property, assesses the existing conditions, and provides a written recommendation before any work is scheduled.
Get a Free Estimate
Contact us by phone or through the estimate form to schedule a visit. We serve Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties — Monday through Friday 9 AM–6 PM, Saturday 10 AM–2 PM.
Service Area
Serving South Florida's tri-county region with professional glass replacement
Palm Beach County
Boca Raton · Delray Beach · Boynton Beach · Lake Worth · Highland Beach · Parkland
Broward County
Pompano Beach · Deerfield Beach · and surrounding communities
Miami-Dade County
Select service areas — contact us to confirm coverage