Door Fitting / Hanging in London (65)

The amount of time it takes to install a new door is determined by the following factors:

• The type of door being installed. It takes longer to fit French doors than a front door, for example

• Whether the new door is the same size and style as the old door. A like-for-like replacement will take less time than upgrading one type of door for another

• Whether old frames and door need to be removed and disposed of

  We recommend asking for a project timeframe when contacting door fitting specialists in London. On average, you can expect a professional door installation to take anywhere between 2 - 6 hours.

Finding a reputable door fitter in London is easy when you follow these simple steps:

• Ask local friends and family for recommendations. Search for your recommended tradespeople on Checkatrade to make sure they offer a high quality service

• Read customer reviews and check online ratings

• Request price estimates from multiple local door fitters to find the best price for your budget

• Ask about door hanging experience, qualifications and services provided

• Make sure you are hiring an insured, guaranteed and trustworthy tradesperson. The work of tradespeople hired via Checkatrade is covered by our 12 month £1000 guarantee - eligibility and T&Cs apply

• Search the Checkatrade directory

  All Checkatrade door fitters have passed multiple quality checks. Find door fitting and door hanging services in {Location] today by using our online search tool or Post a Job feature.

Unless you have previous carpentry or door hanging experience, it is best to hire a professional to get the job done for you.

There is more to hanging a door yourself than most people think. Common DIY door fitting mistakes include incorrect measurements, misalignment and over trimming.

Benefits of choosing a professional door fitting service in London include:

• Save time
• Reduced risk of errors
• Save money on repairs needed following an incorrect DIY installation
• Better long term performance and appearance
• Any damage caused during and following installation will typically be covered by a warranty or guarantee
• Reduced risk of injury to yourself when using specialist tools and door hanging equipment

Read our expert guide for a more detailed comparison of DIY and professional door fitting projects.

Carpenters and joiners have the skills and tools needed to fit a door. These tradespeople are trained to perform various wood work tasks and this involves hanging doors. As well as carpenters and joiners, there are tradespeople who specialise only in fitting and hanging doors.

General builders and handypeople may also offer a door hanging service in London. That being said, door hanging services are not always in a handyperson’s remit and builders may not take on such a small project.

Make sure you are hiring a skilled professional by asking about their previous experience and asking to see examples of their past projects.