A sticking door or a window that won’t seal properly often gets patched rather than properly diagnosed — planed down at the sticking point without checking whether the frame itself has dropped or twisted. It works for a few months, then the same problem comes back.
This is the area with the most direct crossover from 25 years installing doors and windows professionally — knowing the difference between a hinge issue, a frame issue, and a lock issue means it gets fixed properly the first time, not patched.
25 years installing and repairing doors and windows professionally — this is the area of deepest, most direct experience, not a general add-on skill.
Diagnosing the actual cause (frame, hinge, lock, or seal) rather than just patching the symptom means fewer repeat call-outs.
Usually a frame that has shifted, dropped hinges, or a lock mechanism that’s wearing — identifying which one avoids a repeat fix down the line.
Yes, in almost all cases a lock or cylinder can be replaced independently of the door itself.
Yes — UPVC and composite doors and their specific hardware and hinge systems are a core part of the work.
Depends on the issue — send a photo and a description of the problem for an accurate price range.
Often, yes — draughts are usually down to seals, hinges, or alignment rather than needing a full replacement.
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