What is the average cost for different types of door repairs in the UK?
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It's been six months since I've been meaning to fix that annoying interior door that squeaks every time I touch it. But let’s face it, I keep putting it off...
Or maybe not!
Why wait when you can get it repaired in just two clicks, for a really affordable price?
In this guide, I've broken down the prices charged by the handymen available on Yoojo for all the door repairs they’ve carried out for our customers.
Average price in the UK: all repairs combined
I decided to start by analysing 100 door repairs and worked out the average cost:
Yoojo provider:
Traditional business:
What’s the average hourly rate for these repairs?
I know this is important because, for these kinds of multi-service small repairs, you’re likely to hire someone to tackle a few jobs at once...
...and you're right!
Here’s the average hourly rate for these types of repairs:
Yoojo providers:
Traditional businesses:
Yoojo connects you with local professionals—often, they’re your neighbours, which reduces travel costs drastically.
The professionals set their own rates, Yoojo doesn’t impose prices.
They can come for as little as one hour, and you only pay for the time spent (no minimum charge)!
Everything is digital, so clients end up paying fewer fees.
Prices by door type: yes, there is a difference!
Next, I grouped the jobs by door type to see if it impacted the price!
Here are the results:
| Door type | Common repairs | Average price for traditional businesses | Average price on Yoojo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden door | Sanding, filling cracks, replacing hinges, and painting or finishing. | £100 | £65 |
| Hollow-core door | Filling holes and dents, reinforcing internal structures, and applying new veneer sheets. | €76 | £52 |
| Glass door | Glass replacement, frame repair, glass sandblasting, sealing. | £230 | £107 |
| Sliding door | Realigning rails, repairing rollers, replacing wheels, unblocking the opening system. | £85 | £55 |
| Folding door | Replacing pads or wheels, straightening folds, restoring the draught strip, painting. | £100 | £50 |
| Old door | Wood restoration, hinge repair, glass replacement, stripping and varnishing. | £350 | £250 |
I simply asked for quotes from 5 different full-service companies in cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Liverpool
For Yoojo’s prices, I compiled over 100 jobs completed through our platform and calculated the average price paid by customers.
The prices by type of door repair
This is probably the most interesting table, as it focuses specifically on your door’s issue.
I’ve included only the most common problems in the table:
| Type of issue | Average price with traditional companies | Average price on Yoojo |
|---|---|---|
| Latch repair | £60 | £24 |
| Broken handle | £70 | £43 |
| Squeaky door | £42 | £30 |
| Door that won't close | £77 | £49 |
| Door frame renovation | £112 | £61 |
| Renovating a wooden door (painting and varnishing) | £165 | £85 |
| Hinge replacement | £78 | £40 |
| Cracked door | £142 | £66 |
| Door off rail | £72 | £30 |
| Restoring an old door | £318 | £205 |
| Filling a hole in a door | £66 | £33 |
Examples of door repairs paid for via Yoojo
Let me finish by sharing some real examples of jobs completed by tradespeople available on Yoojo.
These examples will give you a clearer picture of how Yoojo works and how much clients have paid for specific door repairs.
Example 1: Changing door hinges
💰 Total paid: £18
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
I’ll start with a straightforward job where my client from Manchester simply needed to replace door hinges.
A relatively simple task that allowed them to find a local tradesperson next door for just £18.
Example 2: Repairing a sliding wardrobe door
💰 Total paid: £25
⏳ Duration: 1 hour
A classic case: a sliding wardrobe door that no longer slides.
This type of repair is generally quite straightforward for an experienced tradesperson.
That’s why the client paid just £25!
Example 3: Repairing a wooden door lock
💰 Total paid: £36
⏳ Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Wooden door latches can wear out fairly quickly.
Luckily, it’s also a relatively simple repair!
Here, the client only paid £36 for this latch replacement. Easy to do when you have many people to help you right next door.
Example 4: Filling a hole in a door
💰 Total paid: £36
⏳ Duration: 2 hours
This door got a dent that left a hole... unlucky, but it happens!
Fortunately, the hole wasn’t very big and was simple to fill.
The hardest part was repainting afterwards, but there are many painters available near you.
Example 5: Planing a door that won't shut
💰 Total paid: £50
⏳ Duration: 2 hours
This is as straightforward as it gets: a door that's hard to close and needs a good planing.
For this type of service, which requires some expertise, we’ve set up ultra-comprehensive provider profiles so you can know everything before booking... very handy!
Example 6: Repairing a door and changing a Lock
💰 Total Paid: £40
⏳ Duration: 2 hours
This door has really seen better days!
Firstly, it has a hole, and secondly, it needs a new lock.
The great thing about the London region is that there’s always a provider available to repair your door quickly.
In this case, for only £40. Better than buying a new one!
Example 7: Renovating 10 interior doors
💰 Total Paid: £200
⏳ Duration: 8 hours
Finally, let’s wrap up with a huge job: renovating and repainting 10 interior doors.
The £200 price might seem high, but that’s just £20 per door... It’s often the case with large jobs that the unit price drops significantly!
CONCLUSION: Get your quote on Yoojo
The best way to find out how much your door repair will cost is to ask an expert.
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