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Door Repairs in Perth

A door that rubs the floor or will not latch does not always need replacing. We assess ordinary hinged doors, their hardware and the surrounding frame, then explain which adjustment or repair suits the problem.

What needs attention?

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What we check on site

Understand door movement before choosing a repair

A bedroom door rubbing after new carpet may have lost floor clearance. Loose hinges in an older house can allow the leaf to drop. Tell us where it catches and whether the problem changes after rain; avoid forcing an unstable door.

Wet-weather sticking

Timber can absorb moisture and change dimension in damp weather. Paint build-up, worn hinges or frame movement may also restrict clearance. Recurring wet-weather sticking needs the moisture source and the opening checked before material is removed.

Door leaf or frame

The catching point alone does not identify which part has failed. Gaps, hinge fixings, latch position, leaf condition and frame movement are considered together. A repair to the door will not resolve a moving or damaged frame.

A flooring change can reduce clearance; swelling or movement around the opening may need investigation beyond a hinge adjustment. Do not keep forcing a door that is loose or unstable. A description of the problem is enough to begin; photos of the whole door and affected area are optional.

Service scope and quote details

Find the cause of a sticking or dropping door

Tell us which door is affected, where it catches and whether the fault is recent or recurring. Loose hinge screws, worn hinges, a misaligned latch strike and a changed floor clearance can produce similar symptoms. We check the door, hinges, handle, latch and frame together before agreeing the repair.

Repair the door or replace it?

Adjustment can be appropriate when the door and frame remain sound and the hardware is suitable. Damaged fixing holes, split timber or worn components may need a more involved repair. We discuss whether compatible parts are available and whether the underlying condition makes another adjustment worthwhile.

A replacement door, new opening or substantial frame change is a different scope. Use door installation to discuss measurements, product supply and fitting. Matching a door finish or repainting after repairs is agreed separately; a hardware repair does not automatically include refinishing the whole door.

Hinges, handles and latch alignment

A handle that turns but does not release the latch differs from a latch that misses its strike. Tell us how the door behaves from each side, without dismantling a lock to diagnose it. If you have a replacement handle or hinge, share its model and instructions before buying further parts. Existing hole positions, door thickness and hardware compatibility affect the options.

We identify adjustment, repair or replacement hardware in the written quote. Supply, removal of old hardware and disposal are included only when agreed. No single published repair price can establish the scope before the door is assessed.

Choose the right door service

Patio glass sliders use their own rollers and tracks: see sliding door repairs. A wardrobe panel needs wardrobe door and cabinet repair assessment. An ordinary insect-screen fault belongs with flyscreen repairs. These tasks are not assumed to be the same as adjusting a hinged room door.

Lockouts, key cutting and specialist lock work need a locksmith scope confirmed before booking. Fire-rated doors, security-rated doors, access-control systems and emergency exits require their product and safety requirements checked by appropriately qualified personnel. Do not modify them as an ordinary door adjustment. Tell us about any labels or building requirements so the suitable scope can be assessed.

Everyday repair situations

A bedroom door that started rubbing after new carpet needs its floor clearance checked. A cupboard-sized hinged door that sags needs its fixings assessed. An entrance door with repeated latch misalignment needs the frame and hardware considered together. For a rental or strata property, confirm who can approve the repair and any hardware change.

See our timber door repair and repainting project for a photographed timber repair job, including window sill work on the same property.

The existing door hardware fitting example shows a separate hardware job; it does not demonstrate fire-door or locksmith work. Read sticking-door troubleshooting for observations to share with the team. We confirm your location, access, agreed repair and written quote after an on-site assessment.

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Door repair FAQs

Can a door that rubs be repaired without replacing it?

Often the first step is to assess hinges, fixings, latch alignment, door condition and floor clearance. Adjustment may suit a sound door and frame; split timber, swelling or continuing movement can change the repair. We explain the options after assessment rather than assuming replacement is necessary.

Should I buy a new handle or hinges before the visit?

Share the existing hardware and any proposed replacement model first. Door thickness, fixing positions and compatibility affect the choice. We confirm parts and supply responsibility in the quote before further purchases; matching finishes depend on the available product.

Does door repair include a new door or painting?

A new door, major frame alteration and painting are separate scope items. Tell us if you want these assessed together. Removal, disposal and any finish work are included only when stated in the agreed written quote.

Do patio sliders, lockouts and fire-rated doors need separate assessment?

These need different assessment. Patio sliders use roller and track checks. Lockouts and specialist lock work require a confirmed locksmith scope. Fire-rated and security-rated doors need their product and safety requirements checked by appropriately qualified personnel before any modification.

Why can a timber door stick after rain?

Moisture can change the timber dimensions, while hinge wear or frame movement can also reduce clearance. Tell us whether the fault varies with weather. Assessment should identify the cause before choosing adjustment or timber repair.

How do you decide whether the door or frame needs work?

We check the gaps, hinges, latch, door leaf and frame together. Loose fixings, damaged timber or movement can produce similar symptoms. The assessment identifies the affected parts before a repair or replacement scope is agreed.

What should I prepare for a rental or strata door repair?

Tell us which door is affected, how it catches or fails to latch, and who can approve the work. Include tenant access arrangements and any building requirements for the door or hardware. We assess the door on site and set out the agreed repair and any separate replacement or finish work in the written quote.

Guides & repair examples

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Discuss your repair or installation

Tell us the task, your suburb and any access restrictions. Photos are optional. We confirm the repair plan and written quote after an on-site assessment.

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