Door Maintenance and Repair Services

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02/07/25, 14:04

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Door Maintenance and Repair Services

Scope of Works

• Door repair: Diagnose and fix issues such as dropped hinges, misalignment, warped panels or faulty locks. • Frame repair: Repair or reinforce timber or uPVC frames, replace damaged sections, weatherproof and re-seal. • Glass replacement: Remove broken or cracked panes, supply and fit new single- or double-glazed glass. • Door trimming: Plane or trim wooden doors to fit uneven floors, adjust clearances, replane edges and refinish.

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Charge type	Low £	High £	Notes
Call-out / minimum	£60	£100	Standard call-out fee for carpentry/joinery appointments.
Labour per hour	£20	£35	Average carpentry/joinery rate HomeHow Checkatrade.
Materials	£30	£100	Wood filler, sealant, glass panes, fittings, screws, etc.
Disposal	£20	£50	Removal and disposal of old door sections, broken glass, frame off-cuts.
Extras (e.g. scaffolding)	£150	£250	Only if work at height or extensive external access is required.
TOTAL (most jobs come in here)	£350	£650	Rounded all-in cost for a straightforward door repair, frame fix, glass swap and trimming.

Time on Site

Typical duration: 2–4 hours for a combined repair and replacement job.
Factors extending duration:
- Extent of frame damage requiring carpentry join-in.
- Custom glass ordering or special glazing (lead times).
- Door warp severity or multiple hinge realignments.
- External access challenges (e.g. scaffolding setup).

Questions to Ask Your Trade

Do you carry public liability insurance and can you provide proof?
Have you worked on composite or solid timber doors similar to mine?
What measure will you take to protect my floors and surrounding décor?
Can you supply and fit double-glazed safety glass to match my existing specification?
Will you handle disposal of old materials, and is this included in your quote?
How do you ensure the repaired door and frame remain weather-tight and secure?
What warranty do you offer on labour and materials?

How to Avoid Surprises

Ensure clear access to the work area (move furniture, remove obstacles).
Reserve parking space for the van close to your front door.
Confirm whether working-at-height permits or scaffolding are needed.
Check for hidden utilities (e.g. electrical wiring within the frame).
Ask for a written quote with a detailed breakdown of call-out, labour, materials and disposal.