Why Doors Stop Closing Properly
Our Gordon's Bay handyman team diagnose and repair doors that won't close properly across properties in Gordon's Bay suburbs. Doors fail to close due to house settling causing frame misalignment, loose or damaged hinges allowing the door to sag, swollen wood from humidity and moisture, paint buildup on edges preventing closure, damaged door frames from forced entry attempts, warped doors from heat or moisture exposure, incorrect latch alignment with the strike plate, or foundation movement creating gaps. A door that does not close properly is a security risk and allows insects, dust, and weather inside.
The Security Risk of Doors That Don't Close
A door that will not latch properly cannot be locked securely, leaving your home vulnerable to break-ins. Even if you force it closed, the latch is not engaging properly and can be easily pushed open. Bedroom and bathroom doors that do not close affect privacy. Exterior doors that do not seal allow heat loss in winter, heat gain in summer, and dramatically increase energy costs. This seemingly small problem has major consequences.
Our Door Repair Solutions
We diagnose the exact cause of door closure problems through systematic inspection. We adjust or replace loose hinges, plane down swollen edges, adjust latch mechanisms and strike plates, repair or replace damaged frames, correct minor frame misalignment, remove paint buildup, install door stops to prevent over-swinging, and ensure smooth operation. For wooden doors, we also check for rot or termite damage that may be causing problems. Most door repairs take 1-2 hours and restore proper function.
When Doors Need Replacement
Doors should be replaced rather than repaired when they are severely warped beyond adjustment, have extensive rot or termite damage, have failed hollow-core construction, are damaged from break-in attempts, or are simply outdated and affect your home's appearance. We provide honest assessment and can supply and install quality replacement doors including solid wood, composite, and security doors to suit your needs and budget.