SERVICES
Sticking Door Repair
Professional sticking door repair to restore smooth opening and closing.
How I Can Help
Here's what sticking door repair can involve. The cause varies, but this covers the kinds of things I've diagnosed and fixed:
Plane door edges that bind
Adjust door hinges
Tighten loose hinge screws
Shim door jambs
Sand high spots on doors
Adjust strike plates
Fix doors that won't latch
Repair swollen doors
Adjust door clearances
Fix doors rubbing on carpet
Repair warped doors
Adjust door stops
Fix seasonal door binding
Lubricate hinges and hardware
Tasks Not Typically Included
Door repairs vary based on what's causing the issue, whether it's humidity, settling, or the hardware itself. This covers what's typically outside scope, but contact me before booking if you want to confirm your door situation is a good fit.
Full door replacement if the door is beyond adjustment
Door frame replacement if structurally damaged or rotted
Foundation or subfloor movement causing door misalignment (requires structural assessment)
Licensed electrical work for automatic door openers
Always Included With Every Visit
These four standards come with every job, no matter the size or scope.
Neat work area
The floor and door frame stay protected from plane shavings and tools throughout.
Full cleanup
All wood shavings, sandpaper scraps, and tool marks are cleaned up before I leave.
Professional appearance
I arrive ready to work and handle your door and surrounding finishes carefully.
Job walkthrough
We open and close the door before I leave so you can confirm smooth operation and proper latch.
How It Works
Four simple steps to complete your sticking door repair service.
01
Request service
Describe the issue or concern, share photos if you have them, and tell me your preferred timing.
02
Review scope and estimate
I review what you've described, confirm the likely cause and repair approach, and send a clear written estimate.
03
Schedule and complete work
I complete the repair on the agreed schedule, in line with any applicable requirements, and keep the work area clean throughout.
04
Final walkthrough
We test the door together so you can confirm it opens and closes smoothly and you're completely satisfied.
Why Fix Sticking Doors with Bedrock
Owner Operated Service
You work directly with me from first message to final walkthrough.
Direct One-on-One Support
No handoffs or middlemen. I keep communication clear and personal.
Transparent Solo Pricing
I give upfront pricing before work starts, with no surprise add-ons.
Personally Guaranteed Work
I personally stand behind every job and make it right if needed.
Sticking Door Repair FAQs
These are common questions about fixing sticking doors.
How much does door repair cost?
Sticking door repair starts at $150, which covers diagnosis and the most common fixes including hinge tightening, strike plate adjustment, or light planing. Major planing or frame repairs run $175-225.
Why do doors stick?
Common causes include loose hinge screws that have stripped out of the frame, seasonal wood swelling from Minnesota humidity changes, house settling that has shifted the frame out of square, or new flooring that reduced clearance at the bottom.
Do you have to remove the door?
Sometimes I remove the door for planing on a flat surface, then rehang and retest. I work efficiently and typically have the door back in operation within an hour or two even for more involved repairs.
Can you fix doors that rub on carpet?
Yes, I plane or sand door bottoms to clear new carpet, thick transitions, or new hardwood flooring that raised the floor level. I remove minimal material and test the swing multiple times to get clearance without daylight gaps.
Will the door stick again?
Doors that stick due to seasonal humidity changes may return to binding in humid summers. I remove the minimum necessary material and note the seasonal pattern so you know what to expect.
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Doors stick for several different reasons, and identifying the actual cause determines the right fix. Seasonal wood swelling from humidity is common in summer months, when interior doors absorb moisture and expand, binding against the jamb or floor. Hinge screws that have stripped out of the jamb or door edge cause the door to sag and drag, which is a different problem with a different solution. Foundation or framing movement that has thrown a door frame out of square creates a diagonal binding pattern that requires planing the hinge or latch side of the door to match the new frame geometry. Paint buildup over multiple layers can also close the clearance gap enough to cause sticking.
In the Twin Cities, door sticking is especially common in spring and early summer as homes absorb moisture after a dry winter. Older homes with solid wood doors and less controlled interior humidity see more seasonal variation than newer construction with engineered doors and better insulation. A proper diagnosis looks at where exactly the door contacts the frame, checks hinge tightness and alignment, and considers the time of year before deciding between trimming the door, re-hanging the hinges, or adding a dehumidifier recommendation to address the underlying moisture issue.
In the Twin Cities, door sticking is especially common in spring and early summer as homes absorb moisture after a dry winter. Older homes with solid wood doors and less controlled interior humidity see more seasonal variation than newer construction with engineered doors and better insulation. A proper diagnosis looks at where exactly the door contacts the frame, checks hinge tightness and alignment, and considers the time of year before deciding between trimming the door, re-hanging the hinges, or adding a dehumidifier recommendation to address the underlying moisture issue.