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Patio Doors
by A1 Windows

A well-designed patio door makes the boundary between your home and outdoor living space disappear. Maximum glass, wide clearance, and a seal that holds through Georgia's summers and storms.

Understanding the Design

What Makes a Great Patio Door?

A patio door is a hinged door — or pair of doors — with large glass panels designed to connect your interior living space directly to a deck, patio, or backyard. Unlike a sliding door that glides on a track, a hinged patio door swings fully open, giving you an unobstructed passage with no threshold to step over.

The glass area is maximized to flood your interior with natural light and frame your outdoor view. A well-installed patio door with Low-E glass does this without the heat gain penalty — keeping your air-conditioned interior cool even when Georgia's sun is hammering the glass all afternoon.

Full
Opening clearance — no track in the way
Low-E
Glass standard, blocks heat and UV
Lifetime
Warranty on product + install
Why Homeowners Choose Them

Benefits of Hinged Patio Doors

More light, more clearance, and a better connection between your home and outdoor living space.

Maximum Natural Light

Large glass panels bring in significantly more light than a standard door. Rooms that adjoin a patio feel brighter and larger — without adding a single square foot.

Wide, Clear Opening

Hinged patio doors swing fully open — no track along the floor, no reduced clearance. Ideal for moving furniture, entertaining, or accessibility.

Energy-Efficient Glass

Low-E dual-pane glass reflects solar heat away in summer and keeps warmth inside in winter. ENERGY STAR certified for Georgia's Southern climate zone.

Solid Security

Multi-point locking hardware engages the frame at multiple locations. Reinforced strike plates and heavy-duty hinges make hinged patio doors significantly more secure than older track-based doors.

Made for This Climate

Built for Georgia Homes

A patio door with a large glass area is a significant energy asset — or liability — depending on how well it's built. In Georgia's climate, the details matter.

Low Solar Heat Gain

Low-E glass with a low SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) blocks the radiant heat that pours through west- and south-facing patio doors in a Georgia afternoon — without dimming the view.

Weatherseal That Lasts

Compression weatherstripping around the full door perimeter maintains its seal through Georgia's humidity cycles and temperature swings — no annual re-caulking needed.

Screen Systems

Full-length screen options let you leave the door open for a breeze without inviting Georgia's insect population inside — essential from April through October.

Why Choose A1 Windows

The A1 Windows Difference

Serving Marietta, Kennesaw, Acworth, Woodstock, Smyrna, Mableton, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Cumming, Alpharetta, and Canton — with the same straightforward approach on every job.

Factory-Direct Pricing

No distributor, no retail markup. We source directly — which typically saves you 20–30% versus big-box pricing on a comparable door.

Licensed Georgia Crew

No subcontractors. Our own Georgia-licensed, insured installers handle every job — including proper flashing, threshold sealing, and exterior trim finishing.

Lifetime Warranty

Every door we install is covered by both the manufacturer's warranty and our own lifetime installation warranty. Problems with the install get fixed — no charge, no argument.

Ready to Open Up Your Home?

Get a free, no-obligation quote for your patio door replacement. We'll measure the opening, walk you through your options, and give you straight pricing — no pressure.

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