"Jamie Garcia of JAMIE’S HOME REPAIR, is an ultimate professional. Stucco, eaves, painting, etc. It seems there’s nothing he can’t do. I would definitely recommend him for any project."
"I had two people come out that could not repair my sliding glass door. I initially understood; it is over 30 years old. Near Me Sliding Door (Juda), came out and came up with this idea (thought outside the box) and my door works perfectly. I am very happy with their work and their honesty."
"Service was to repair front screen door hinges and to rescreen sliding patio door adding a pet grill and pet door. Both needed special parts which were procured as promised. I am thrilled with the results. I highly recommend Morgan and his company for your screen needs."
"Roof repair and fascia repair .. they did such amazing job! Very satisfied beyond words could ever express!! I have more projects to do on my house and will only hire Felipe for these jobs!! They are great and they went out of his way to make sure I am satisfied!! Great people doing great work!! A must hire for your home projects!!"
"Tony and crew were great. The appropriate door was installed beautifully and the fence was fixed better than new. They were prompt, work was done quickly and thoroughly. We are also having him quote on doing our bathrooms and floors. In the quote process he gave recommendations to improve what we want done. This is intended to be a great recommendation."
"Jose was great! He repaired and replaced hardware on multiple doors. He was fast and knowledgeable. I recommend him and will most likely use him again."
"Everything was resolved as requested. He repaired my washing machine for me by replacing a part. Marco is very thorough and kind and I highly recommend his services."
It can affect security, especially if you don’t finish it properly. A Dutch door has more moving parts that can be compromised, so you’ll want to use solid hardware and make sure everything lines up and locks cleanly. If the latch is flimsy or the two halves don’t sit tight, it’s going to be easier to force open.
The time required for door installation or repair varies. A typical door installation takes between 2 to 6 hours per door. Specifically, installing an interior door can take a professional 1 to 2 hours, while a standard new door installation may take 3 to 4 hours. Repairs are generally quicker, taking 1 to 3 hours depending on the complexity. The process can take significantly longer, potentially a full day, if a new wall opening needs to be created or if the existing frame requires modification.
Yes, you can install a steel door without replacing the frame, depending on the condition of your existing doorframe. If the current frame is in good condition, a steel door that’s the same size as your current door should fit the frame. However, if the frame is damaged, warped, or not properly aligned, it’s better to replace both the door and the frame. This way your steel door will be more secure and offer better insulation.
Wood putty is an effective solution for repairing holes in wood doors, especially stained ones. For stained doors, it is crucial to match the putty color to the existing finish, as it's difficult to match new stain to old stain. You can buy putty that matches your door's color or blend different shades for a perfect match. For larger holes, you can first fill the void with spray foam and then apply wood putty over it. Another option for large holes is to use spray foam and spackle, and then paint the entire door for a uniform, fresh appearance. If the hole is very large, particularly in a hollow core door, replacing the door may be the most practical solution.
Yes, but adding a deadbolt to some door materials, like steel, may make installation a little bit trickier. For these materials, you will want to hire a locksmith to do the work for you, but be aware that they may charge an additional fee of $25 to $50 or more.
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