Door Installation
& Repair in Orlando, FL.

Doors that open, close, and fit properly.

Orlando Handyman offers door installation, replacement, and repair for interior, exterior, and closet doors. Get help with a sticking door, a damaged frame, or a replacement that needs to fit your existing opening.

Sean owns and operates Orlando Handyman, with a background in framing and finish carpentry. Learn more about Sean's repair and installation experience.

Interior, exterior, and closet door services

For several doors in one home or a rental turnover, list the locations and problems together. That helps identify which doors need adjustment and which need replacement.

Should you repair the door or replace it?

A door that sticks or will not latch does not automatically need replacing. The door panel, frame, hinges, and latch alignment should be checked together before choosing the work.

• Repair may be suitable when the door and frame are sound and the problem is localized, such as loose hardware, rubbing, or a latch that misses its opening.
• Replacement may make sense when a panel is damaged or warped, the frame is deteriorated, or you want a different door style.
• Investigate recurring problems when a door becomes difficult to use again after adjustment. Mention moisture, recent flooring changes, or movement around the opening.

Describe what happens during use: where it rubs, whether you have to lift or push it to latch, and when the problem started. Schlage's guidance on doors that will not latch explains why alignment matters.

Choosing a replacement: slab or prehung?

A slab replaces the door panel

A slab is the door itself. It may be suitable when the existing frame is in good condition, but the dimensions, hinge locations, and handle preparation still need to match. A new panel is not necessarily ready to hang in an old frame.

A prehung door includes its frame

A prehung unit comes with the door mounted in a frame. It is worth considering when the frame also needs replacement. The opening size, wall thickness, swing direction, and surrounding trim affect the fit.

JELD-WEN's interior door replacement guide explains these options. Before ordering, confirm measurements and the intended swing. Describe which side the hinges are on and which way the door opens; a size label alone does not establish compatibility.

Plan the hardware and finish together

Decide whether existing handles, hinges, and locks will be reused or replaced. Hardware needs to fit the door's thickness and prepared holes. If you want a smart lock installed, include the model so door compatibility and alignment can be considered.

Replacing a frame can also affect the casing and nearby wall finish. Include carpentry and trim repairs, drywall patching, or painting in the request if you want those addressed with the installation.

Door installation and repair questions

Should I buy the door before requesting an estimate?

You can contact us first. Confirming the opening, frame condition, and swing before buying can help avoid a replacement that does not fit. If you already have a door, share its dimensions and product details.

Can you repair the frame without replacing the whole door?

That depends on the location and extent of the damage. Describe split wood, loose hinges, damaged trim, or signs of moisture. The frame's condition needs to be assessed before deciding whether a localized repair is suitable.

How long will the job take?

Timing depends on adjustments, fitting, frame work, and finishing. Painting or additional repairs may require separate stages. Include any move-in date or access restrictions so scheduling can account for the complete job.

What should I prepare before the appointment?

Clear space on both sides of the doorway and keep any new door, hardware, and instructions accessible. Mention tight hallways, stairs, or furniture that limits access. For a rental or condo, confirm any needed property approval before scheduling changes.

Door installation and repair around Orlando

Serving Orlando and nearby communities including Winter Park, Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Oviedo, Winter Garden, Windermere, and Kissimmee. View the full service area and include your neighborhood or ZIP code when you contact us.