Door Repairs

A door that won't lock or won't close properly is stressful — especially at 8pm when you want the house secure before bed. Most door faults don't mean a new door. The majority are fixed with a hinge adjustment, a new latch or a mechanism repair, for a fraction of the cost of a replacement.

Common door problems we fix

• A door that won't close or latch — usually a dropped hinge or a misaligned keep.
• A door that sticks or scrapes the floor — often hinges, sometimes damp swelling.
• A lock or handle that's stiff, loose or won't turn.
• A uPVC or composite door mechanism that's stopped working (see our uPVC door repairs page).
• Draughts around the edge — worn seals or a door that's dropped out of line.

What it typically costs

Prices are typical, not a quote — we confirm the fixed price before any work.

Fix	Typical price
Door adjustment or latch repair	from £50
Hinge replacement or re-alignment	from £50
Lock or handle replacement	depends on the part — we quote first
Full door replacement	usually unnecessary — we'll only suggest it if it genuinely is

Can you fix it yourself?

Some door jobs are genuinely DIY-friendly:

• Tightening loose hinge screws is a two-minute job with a screwdriver.
• A minor hinge adjustment can fix a door that scrapes the floor.
• Light lubrication can free a stiff handle.

But be careful:

• A multipoint lock (the long strip on uPVC and composite doors) is a precision part. If it's misaligned or broken, forcing it can damage the door and the frame — leave it to a professional.
• If your door won't lock at all, that's a security problem you don't want to put off.

When to call a professional

Call us if:

• The door won't lock or won't latch shut — don't leave it overnight.
• The lock or handle has snapped, or the mechanism has jammed.
• You've tried the simple fixes above and it's still not right.

Repairing a door is almost always cheaper than replacing it, and usually done the same visit. Tell us what's happening and we'll talk you through the likely cause and a fixed price.

Call our team or request a callback — tell us what the door's doing and we'll sort a time that suits you.

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