Door Installation and Replacement Services

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02/07/25, 14:04

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Door Installation and Replacement Services

Scope of Works

Door fitting: Remove packaging, check and square the new door, cut rebate for hinges, fix hinges, hang and align door, fit new handles/locks and test operation.
Door re-hanging: Remove existing door from frame, inspect and repair hinge mortices, transfer hinges and hardware, re-hang door, adjust gaps and latches for smooth operation.
Door replacement: Remove old door and associated frame if required, prepare opening, fit new door (and frame if supplied), install hardware (hinges, locks, thresholds), seal and weather-strip as needed, and final alignment.

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Charge type	Low £	High £	Notes
Call-out / minimum	£60	£100	Standard minimum fee for carpentry/joinery visits.
Labour per hour	£20	£35	Typical joiner/carpenter rate Hamuch.
Materials	£50	£200	Hinges, handles, locks, timber strips, sealant; higher for bespoke or composite doors.
Disposal	£20	£50	Removal and disposal of old door, frame off-cuts and packaging.
Extras (e.g. scaffolding)	£100	£250	Only when external access, high-level fitting or extensive frame removal needed.
TOTAL (most jobs come in here)	£400	£1,200	All-in cost for a single internal door fitting, re-hang or standard replacement.

References for Typical Cost: Door hanging: £45–£240 per door Airtasker. Fit internal door: total cost ~£240 (materials + labour) Price Your Job.

Time on Site

Typical duration: 1–3 hours per door (depending on complexity).

Factors extending duration:

Frame repair or secondary timber trims.
Custom door dimensions or heavy composite doors.
Replacement of door frame or threshold.
Additional weather-stripping or sealing requirements.
Restricted access (narrow hallways, multi-storey lifts).

Questions to Ask Your Trade

Do you carry public liability insurance, and can you show evidence?
Have you installed this type of door (solid timber, composite, fire-rated) before?
What measures will you take to protect floors and décor during work?
Can you confirm the hardware specifications (hinges, locks, handles) and brands you’ll use?
Will you handle frame preparation or repair, and is that included in the quote?
How will you ensure the door remains weather-tight and secure after installation?
What warranty do you offer on labour and parts?

How to Avoid Surprises

Clear a working space and move furniture/floor coverings in advance.
Reserve a parking space for the trade van close to your entrance.
Check if scaffolding or working-at-height permits are needed for external doors.
Confirm access to power or lighting in the installation area.
Ask for a written, itemized quote detailing call-out, labour, materials and disposal.