Installation & repairs

A door rubs or will not close: what to check

A rubbing or misaligned door can be caused by hinges, swelling, frame movement or an obstruction.

After reading, you will know the practical details to check and be better able to decide which service fits your project.

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4 min read · practical guide

KEY POINTS

  • Photograph hinges and the frame.
  • Show the contact point.
  • Describe when the issue began.

Practical guidance for a door rubs or will not close: what to check.

Identify when and where the door catches

Record whether the problem changes with humidity, whether the latch reaches the strike plate and where the gap closes first.

Practical checks for identify when and where the door catches

Photograph hinges and the frame. Show the contact point. Describe when the issue began.

Check before the visit

  1. 01Photograph hinges and the frame.
  2. 02Show the contact point.
  3. 03Describe when the issue began.

Common mistakes

  1. 01Trimming the door before checking hinge adjustment.
  2. 02Proceeding without this basic check: Show the contact point.

Frequently asked questions

Can every sticking door be fixed by adjusting hinges?

No. The cause may be the frame, floor, moisture or door leaf condition.

What should I confirm before arranging identify when and where the door catches?

Photograph hinges and the frame. Show the contact point. Describe when the issue began.

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