How Much Does Door Repair Cost? [2025 Data]

From sticky and swollen door frames to knobs that come right off in our hands, doors have a habit of needing repairs over the years. Door repair costs can run as low as $50 for things like filling in holes, dents, and dings. But that cost can go all the way up to $700 for major door frame alterations. Overall, expect to pay about $238 to get your door swinging on its hinges and locking with ease once more.

Door Repair Cost Factors

Many factors affect the cost of repairing a door, resulting in a huge difference from one repair to the next.

Labor Cost

Labor will account for the majority of your door repair costs, as the materials necessary to carry out the repair are affordable, but the work is often time-consuming. It’s not uncommon for 70% to 90% of your total to go toward the labor alone.

Labor costs will vary by project, so a repair job that takes longer—like repairing a hole in our door—will typically cost more than replacing a door knob or fixing a faulty or noisy hinge.

Materials

Between 10% and 25% of your total door repair cost will usually go toward the materials necessary for the repair, and this number will vary based on the quality of the materials. For example, replacing a high-end decorative door knob or a smart door lock might cost you $50 to $300, whereas replacing a broken door hinge might only total $5 to $20.

Disposal

If your door repair technician needs to dump broken pieces of your door or ends up having to replace the door entirely, you might have to pay a small fee for the disposal of the old materials. These fees will only contribute a small amount to your project, usually no more than $20. That number can climb if you’re repairing or replacing multiple doors, though.

Door Material 

The type of door you have is going to be a significant cost factor because it’s easier to work with and repair certain materials, and the materials themselves might cost less than others.

For example, repairing a glass door or a solid oak door is likely going to be more expensive than repairing a hollow-core door. The design of your door matters, as well. If you need a repair on a simple, standard closet door, you can reasonably expect to pay less than if you’re looking for repairs for a pocket door or sliding door.

Hollow-core doors—a style consisting of thin wood and paperboard or plastic—are the cheapest to repair, with an average range of $75 to $250. Other light materials like vinyl and aluminum are also cheap to repair, starting around $85 and working up to $275 on average.

The heavier the door material, the more expensive to repair and replace. Fixing a solid wood or solid steel door runs about $100 to $300. That’s around the same price as repairing a glass door; however, glass doors tend to be larger, so repairs may cross into a higher threshold. 

Wrought-iron doors tend to be durable, but if you need to repair one, it costs around $250 to $275. Solid oak doors with beveled glass are the most expensive to fix, costing $1,000 or more.

Door Type

The type of door that needs repairing can mean the difference between paying under $100 and paying more than $1,000. Overall, exterior doors cost more to repair than interior doors, while sliding doors have the lowest repair costs. Since exterior doors contain higher-end hardware and materials than interior doors, they tend to cost more to repair or replace parts than other door types.

Interior doors can cost less than exterior doors, but if they need new trim, wall work, plaster, and painting, you could see prices similar to those of an exterior door. On the other hand, sliding doors may only need roller replacements to realign the door and have it back to working order. This type of repair is much lower in price.

Amount of Damage

Naturally, the extent of the damage to your door will affect your repair costs, with major damage like broken glass or a large hole in the door totaling more than a loose door knob or a door that won’t swing open and closed with ease.

Location

As is the case with all home improvement projects, the cost you’ll pay for door repair will depend in part on your location. In high-cost areas, the prices of door repair will tend to be higher to account for the higher cost of living. The table below includes some average door repair costs in major cities across the United States.

Door Repair Cost by Door Type

There are many types of doors—some seal in our home with multiple locks, while others simply close off the pantry and offer no security. The price you’ll pay for door repair will depend on the type of door you have.

Exterior Door Repairs

The majority of exterior entryways come with solid wood or steel doors, often with multiple locks and latches. When these doors face problems, the safety and comfort of our homes are on the line. For this reason, repairs cost between $350 and $1,050 on average.

Interior and Hollow-Core Doors

Hollow-core doors are the lighter-weight varieties often found inside your home. You'll rarely, if ever, find hollow doors facing the exterior. Solid interior doors are made exclusively from wood, are heavier, and tend to cost more to repair. Both solid and hollow doors cost a bit less to fix than most exterior doors, typically between $350 and $650, depending on the extent of the repair. For major fixes, you may be better off replacing the interior door for an average cost of $400.

Unique Door Materials

The material of your door will also play a role in the price tag, especially if the design requires a specialist. For example, steel and wrought-iron doors often cost more to repair than traditional oak doors, not only because the material is harder to work with but also because it may demand help from a metal worker or a door repair technician with more experience.

Cost to Fix a Door by Type of Repair

A broken door can mean many things. Hardware, like locks and doorknobs, can wear down over time, doors become dented, and a door can even slowly come off its hinges or refuse to fit into its frame on a hot, humid day.

When working with a professional, begin by considering the hourly rate for labor. Depending on the cost of living in your area, this can range anywhere from $30 to $120 an hour for a general contractor or door specialist.

And while there are a few smaller projects to take on yourself, it's typically best to leave door repairs to professionals who understand their often complex mechanisms. This is especially true when it comes to exterior doors that provide security.

Holes, Dents, and Dings

Wood filler putty for small, DIY repairs costs $15. Larger holes and dents should be left to professionals, especially if you have a solid steel or glass door. Most small holes will cost between $50 and $100 to fix, but assume an average of $1,000 if the door needs replacing.

Sticking Doors

Purchase sandpaper for between $5 and $15 to sand off the sticking edge until the door closes smoothly. Add the hourly rate for labor if you bring in a professional to check out the sagging or sticking issues with interior or exterior doors. Typically, the cost to plane a door is around $110.

Sagging Doors

You can find a pack of hinge screws for $5 to $20 or replace the hinges, which cost between $8 and $50, depending on the quality. Another option is to add shims—$5 to $10—behind the hinges. If your door is warped, then you may need to learn how to fix a warped door or hire a pro to handle the job and rule out any humidity or temperature problems impacting the shape of the door. 

Hardware Replacement

Repairing or replacing hardware can range from $80 to $480, depending on the complexity and quality. Doorknob installation, on the other hand, can cost as little as $30 to $50 for hardware plus the cost of a pro's hourly rate. 

Door Frame Repair

Overall, door frame issues will cost between $350 and $850, or $7 to $16 per square foot. Your price could go higher if you need to account for the cost to replace a door frame or for wall repairs around the framework. Drywall repairs will tend to be less expensive than plaster repairs, but both can add to your door repair price.

Screen or Glass Repair

Most glass door repair costs fall between $120 and $330, while fixing or replacing an old screen door costs around $125 to $450, depending on the extent of the damage. 

Door Removal

Looking to get rid of a door altogether? Professionals will charge an average of $70 to $200 to remove an exterior door and $40 to $100 for an interior door.

Reinstalling a Door

In the most extreme cases, you might need your door reinstalled. Reinstalling hardware and your door will cost an average of $30 to $60 if you hire a local handyperson. 

Door Repair vs. Replacement

Usually, repairing a door costs less than replacing one, but if your old door is in poor condition, or the extent of the repairs costs more than 50% of the cost of installing a brand new door, then it’s more economical to replace your door. Installing a door costs between $500 and $2,000 on average—$450 to $1,300 more than the cost to repair a standard door.

Repairing or replacing sliding glass doors, French doors, double doors, and luxury exterior doors can be very costly if there are glass or structural issues at play. Prices can exceed $6,000 for certain types and sizes of doors. The table below includes typical door repair costs by type of door.

Any door that poses a security threat to your home should be replaced with a sturdier door. If you’re unsure whether your existing door can be repaired, speak with a professional to determine if you should repair or replace your door. 

DIY vs. Hiring a Pro

It’s possible to do minor door repairs yourself to save some money, like patching a small ding in a solid wood door or even repairing a hole in a hollow-core door. You stand to save an average of around $200 if you do the work yourself.

However, we strongly recommend leaving door frame repairs, glass door repairs, and repairs on exterior doors to the professionals. It will cost you more to have a door repair company near you perform the work, but it’s a small price to pay to guarantee that your home remains secure and the job is done correctly the first time around.

How to Save Money on Door Repair Costs

Door repair can get pricey, but there are a few things you can do to help keep your costs down.

• Carry out minor, cosmetic repairs yourself.

• Consider replacing your door if it will add more value to your home than a repair.

• Buy the materials for your repair yourself to avoid any upcharges. 

• Opt for less expensive materials and hardware when possible.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

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