Door Repair in Abu Dhabi
Most door problems start small. A door begins to catch on the floor, a latch stops lining up, or a hinge works loose, and a few months later the door will not close at all. ALHUD Technical LLC provides door repair for villas, apartments, offices and shops across Abu Dhabi, and in most cases the fix is quicker and cheaper than replacement.
We repair timber, veneered and engineered doors, as well as frames, hinges, handles and sliding wardrobe doors. If a door is beyond repair, we tell you plainly and offer to replace it.
Common Door Problems and What Causes Them
- Door sticks or rubs: often seasonal swelling, loose hinges or a settled frame
- Door sags and drops: hinge screws pulling out of soft or worn timber
- Door will not latch: the strike plate no longer lines up with the latch
- Warped door: moisture or uneven sun exposure has bent the leaf
- Gap at the top or bottom: the frame has moved or the hinges have worn
- Cracked or split edges: impact, age or screw damage
- Sliding door jams: dirt in the track or worn rollers
Humidity swings between air-conditioned rooms and warm corridors or balconies are a common cause in Abu Dhabi. Timber takes up and gives off moisture, and doors that were fitted without enough clearance can bind during the humid months.
How We Diagnose a Door
We start by watching the door move. Where it rubs, how it sits against the frame and whether the hinges have worn tell us a lot. We check the frame for plumb and level, the hinge screws for grip, the latch and strike plate for alignment, and the leaf for twist or damage. Only then do we decide on the repair.
This matters because a common mistake is to plane the edge of a sticking door when the real problem is a loose hinge. Planing removes wood that cannot be put back, and the door still sags. We fix the cause first.
What Our Door Repairs Include
- Tightening, re-seating or replacing hinges, with longer screws or packing where needed
- Re-aligning latches and strike plates
- Planing or trimming the edge only where it is the real cause
- Repairing split, chipped or damaged door edges and corners
- Repairing or replacing damaged frames and architraves
- Re-hanging doors that have dropped
- Repairing sliding doors, tracks and rollers
- Refinishing or touching up repaired areas
For lock or key problems, see our lock repair service, which can be done during the same visit.
Frame Repairs
A damaged frame is a larger job than a damaged door, because the frame is fixed into the wall. Cracked jambs, rotten bottoms near wet floors and frames knocked out of line during moving can often be repaired by cutting out and splicing new timber, then filling and finishing the area. If the frame is badly damaged or the wall behind it has failed, a new frame is the better choice, and our door installation team can fit it.
Repair or Replace? How to Decide
Repair makes sense when the leaf is straight and solid and the problem is in the hinges, the frame or the hardware. Replacement is the better choice when the door is badly warped, rotten, split along the grain or water-damaged, or when you want a different style. A new door that matches the others in your home may also be possible through our custom made doors service.
We give you our opinion after inspection, and the choice is yours. We do not push replacement when a repair will do.
How a Door Repair Visit Works
- Describe the problem. Call or send photos and a short note, and we advise whether the visit is likely to be short.
- Inspection. We check the door, frame, hinges, latch and floor clearance on site.
- Quote. We explain the cause and the repair needed, and confirm the price before starting.
- Repair. We carry out the work, usually in one visit, and touch up the finish.
- Test. We open and close the door several times with you and adjust until it is right.
What Affects the Cost of Door Repair
- The cause of the problem, from a loose hinge to a damaged frame
- The size and weight of the door
- Access to the door and the frame
- Whether materials such as hinges or timber are needed
- Refinishing or painting of the repaired area
- The number of doors being repaired in one visit
We confirm the price after inspection. If you have several doors with problems, a single visit for all of them is usually more efficient.
Keeping Doors in Good Condition
Tighten hinge screws once a year, keep the bottom edge dry and sealed, and wipe sliding tracks regularly. Do not let doors slam, because it loosens frames and hinges. If a door starts to change, have it checked early. For tips on choosing a carpenter, read our guide to hiring a carpenter in Abu Dhabi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my door stick in summer?
Humidity can make timber swell, and loose hinges or a settled frame make it worse. We check the cause and adjust the hinges or clearance, rather than planing away wood that cannot be put back.
Can a warped door be repaired?
Mild warping can sometimes be corrected, but badly warped or water-damaged doors are better replaced. We tell you after inspection.
How do you fix a sagging door?
Usually by re-seating or replacing the hinges with longer screws or packing, then re-aligning the latch. The door is re-hung so the gaps are even.
Can you repair a damaged door frame?
Often yes, by cutting out the damaged section and splicing new timber. If the frame or wall is badly damaged, we recommend a new frame.
Do you repair sliding wardrobe doors?
Yes. We clean and re-level tracks, replace worn rollers and re-hang the doors so they run smoothly.
Can you repair the lock at the same time?
Yes. Door and lock problems often appear together, and our team can handle both in one visit.
How long does a door repair take?
Many repairs take under an hour per door. Frame repairs and refinishing take longer, and we give you an estimate after inspection.
How do I book a door repair?
Call +971 56 210 8748 or send photos on WhatsApp. We arrange a visit and confirm the scope and price before starting.