Timber door adjustments and frame repairs
We restore the fit of retained timber doors, repair hinge fixing points and damaged jamb sections, and fit compatible replacement hardware. For a door that will not close, we check the leaf and frame together so the repair addresses the movement as well as the scrape or missed latch.
- Door rubbing or sticking
- We check hinge support, frame alignment and floor clearance, then adjust the affected parts.
- Door will not latch
- We check how the door closes and where the latch meets the strike plate.
- Damaged jambs or frames
- We repair damaged timber and fixing points and explain which sections need replacement.
SERVICE SCOPE
Find why the door scrapes or will not latch
We check frame squareness, the door’s position, hinge and jamb fixings, contact marks and threshold clearance. For a fault that changes in summer, we also review sun and rain exposure, moisture signs and the existing finish. We explain whether alignment, fixing repairs, compatible hardware or limited timber adjustment suits the findings.
We check splits, joints, hinge fixings and surrounding timber to determine whether the existing door can be retained. Rain-related changes prompt a moisture check; glazed doors also need the timber and glass work distinguished. Repeated rubbing or loose hinges can worsen damage to the edge and fixing points.
- A door rubbing after new flooring
- A latch that misses the strike plate
- Split timber around a hinge or a soft door jamb
Door adjustment, Lockwood hinges and sound fixing timber
We replace suitable Lockwood hinges and door hardware after checking the existing recess, hinge size, fixing pattern, door size and mass, and exposure. We repair loose or damaged fixing timber first, set the hinge and leaf alignment, then check the closing gap and latch position. The selected range and finish are confirmed in your quote.
Where the door can be retained, we adjust its position and repair the affected jamb or hinge support. If edge work is needed, we check construction, product allowances and moisture condition before a controlled trim and protective finishing. Related lock, glazing or identified fire-door work is planned with the required preparation for that opening.
Internal door fitting and replacement enquiries
For a replacement internal door, we measure the opening and check the door construction, trimming allowance and hardware positions. We review any supplied door and the finished floor level, then confirm fitting and finishing so the replacement suits the existing opening.
Ellis assesses the door leaf, frame and hinge fixing points, then specifies adjustment, timber repairs or replacement in the quote. Hardware, removal and finishing are clearly listed. Glazing, lock mechanisms and fire-rated or powered systems require the relevant specialist.
What should I decide before buying a replacement internal door?
We measure the opening and check the construction, trimming allowance and hardware positions of a supplied door. The quote confirms whether it suits the opening and sets out fitting, removal and finishing, so an unsuitable replacement is identified before installation.
Raven seals, edge protection and closing checks
We fit or replace compatible Raven door-bottom and perimeter seals to suit the corrected gap, opening direction and threshold. We check the contact and closing resistance after fitting. Worked timber receives the agreed compatible primer and finish; after the required drying, we check the door swing, latch engagement and seal contact together.
Tell us your suburb and whether the door scrapes, drops, changes through the day or misses the latch. We arrange the inspection and quote for the adjustment, retained timber, replacement hardware or seal, and finishing required. Existing photos and product details are optional; we measure and check compatibility on site.
WORK PHOTOS
Door, frame and hinge repair details
Timber entry door and frame at a Canberra home
Close view of a timber door hinge and frame
Painted frame and threshold after timber repair.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Repair and quote questions
Can a timber door be adjusted after new flooring?
Yes. We check the finished floor level, door construction, permitted trimming allowance and required clearance before specifying the adjustment. Your quote includes the suitable trimming and edge finishing for the door.
Do I need a carpenter or a locksmith for a door that will not latch?
We check the door leaf, hinges, jamb and strike, then correct the timber alignment or frame damage affecting closure. If the lock mechanism is also faulty, we explain the hardware work and arrange the repair sequence so the door and latch can be checked together.
Who can fix a timber door that will not close properly?
We provide timber door repairs and door adjustment across Canberra. We check the frame, hinges, fixing timber and latch, then complete the agreed alignment or repairs and test closing. Compatible Lockwood hardware and Raven seals can be included where replacement suits the opening.
Can you replace the door frame without replacing the door?
We assess the frame damage and the condition and fit of the retained door. The quote identifies the frame sections to replace and the door, hardware and finish to retain.
Can a carpenter fit internal doors I have already bought?
Contact Ellis about fitting your supplied internal doors. We measure the openings and check the door construction, dimensions and hardware compatibility before confirming the installation scope and price.
How much does it cost to hang an internal door?
The door-hanging quote accounts for door size and construction, the existing frame, hinges, latch work, trimming and finishing. We measure the opening and confirm the supplied items and installation price in writing.
Can you repair a cavity sliding door without opening the whole wall?
We inspect the rollers, track, guides and accessible hardware first. The repair quote identifies the required access opening and reinstatement, so wall work is defined before the repair proceeds.
Can a damaged door frame be repaired without replacing the whole frame?
We inspect the frame, joints, fixing substrate and door fit to locate the damaged sections. The quote defines a local repair where sound adjoining timber can be retained, or the replacement required.
Can every internal door be trimmed at the bottom?
No. Trimming must suit the door construction and permitted trimming allowance. We check the door and finished floor clearance before specifying an adjustment and edge finish.