Door hinge and lock replacement
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Scope of Works
• Inspect door, frame and existing hardware to confirm what needs replacing
• remove old hinges, lock cylinder or mortice lock and take measurements for replacements
• prepare door and frame (chisel or rout mortice, deepen hinge recesses) for new ironmongery
• fit new hinges, lock body or cylinder, strike plate and any keeps, then adjust alignment for smooth operation
• test locking, latching and keying; discuss rekeying or master-keying if required
• make good small timber repairs, fill screw holes and touch up paint where agreed and remove old hardware for disposal
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £80 | £120 | First 30–45 minutes on site |
Labour per hour | £60 | £95 | Per hour; emergency call-outs cost more |
Materials | £20 | £250 | Hinges, cylinders, mortice locks, multipoint kits vary in price |
Disposal | £0 | £30 | Remove old lock and packaging |
Extras | £50 | £300 | Frame repair, carpentry, replacement door or out-of-hours attendance |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £140 | £450 | Typical single-door hinge and lock replacement or cylinder upgrade |
Time on Site
Most simple hinge and cylinder swaps take 1–2 hours on site, while full mortice or multipoint lock replacements typically take 2–4 hours; time increases for rotten frames, bespoke doors, rekeying multiple locks or if parts need ordering
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• do you carry common cylinders and hinge sizes or will parts need ordering
• can you supply and fit a like-for-like lock or recommend a security upgrade and explain the differences
• will you need to alter the door or frame (chiselling, routing) and how will you make good the finish
• what warranty do you offer on labour and supplied parts and do you provide a written quote
• are you insured for property damage and public liability and can you provide proof if requested
• how do you handle rekeying or supplying extra keys and can locks be keyed alike
How to Avoid Surprises
• clear the area around the door and remove ornaments or furniture that could obstruct work
• advise the tradie in advance if the door is fire rated, glazed or part of a communal entrance so correct parts and permission can be arranged
• check parking and access for the van and confirm if permits or estate/management permission are required
• ask the trader to bring PPE and dust protection and agree whether they will protect carpets and finishes
• confirm lead times for non-stock items (multipoint kits, special cylinders) and whether work will finish in a single visit
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