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A cold draught around an external door can make a room noticeably less comfortable and allow warm air to escape unnecessarily. Window Doctor provides professional draughty door repairs across England, identifying where unwanted gaps are occurring and addressing the underlying cause rather than simply covering the symptoms.
Draughts can develop for several reasons, including worn seals, poor door alignment, damaged hinges or gaps around the door and frame. Our experienced engineers work with uPVC, composite, aluminium and timber doors, providing draught-proofing and door repairs for homes and commercial properties.
We’ll inspect the door to determine where the draught is entering and recommend the appropriate repair, adjustment or replacement components. Call us today on 0800 043 0095 for a free quote and have your door draught-proofed by the best!
From £5.17/m
Common Reasons For Draughty Doors We Can Repair:
A draught doesn’t necessarily mean the door itself needs replacing. In many cases, the problem is caused by a worn component, damaged seal or an adjustment issue that can be repaired while retaining the existing door.
Common causes of draughty doors include:
- Worn or damaged door seals – rubber seals and gaskets can deteriorate, flatten or become damaged over time.
- Doors that don’t close tightly – gaps can develop if the door no longer sits correctly against the frame.
- Dropped or misaligned doors – movement in the door can prevent it from making consistent contact with the seals.
- Worn or faulty hinges – hinge problems can affect the position of the door and create gaps around its edges.
- Loose or poorly adjusted locks – the locking system helps pull many external doors firmly against their seals when closed.
- Poor installation – gaps around the door or frame may result from problems with the original fitting.
- Damaged or missing draught-proofing – brushes, strips and other draught-proofing components can become worn or detached.
- Gaps around the door frame – deterioration or failed sealing between the frame and surrounding wall can allow air to enter.
- General wear and tear – several relatively small issues can combine to make an older door noticeably draughtier.
It is also important to distinguish unwanted draughts from intentional ventilation. Trickle vents and other designed ventilation shouldn’t simply be sealed because they may be providing necessary background airflow.
Our Draughty Doors Repair Services:
Window Doctor provides draught-proofing and associated repairs for a wide range of residential and commercial doors.
Depending on the source of the draught, our services can include:
Installing or replacing draught-proofing brushes Installing or replacing suitable hinged draught excluders Fitting draught-proofing foam or wiper strips Replacing worn or damaged rubber door seals and gaskets Resealing suitable gaps around doors and frames Realigning dropped or poorly positioned doors Adjusting doors to improve contact with existing seals Replacing faulty hinges where they are causing gaps Repairing or replacing suitable locking components Addressing gaps between door frames and surrounding walls Draught-proofing suitable residential and commercial doors
Rather than assuming the seals are responsible, our engineers can assess how the complete door is operating. For example, fitting new seals may not solve the problem if worn hinges have allowed the door to drop away from the frame.
Where the seals themselves have deteriorated, our rubber seal replacement service may provide the appropriate solution. We also provide specialist door hinge replacements, door locking mechanism repairs and door resealing where these are responsible for the draught.
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs
Why is my door suddenly letting in a draught?
A new draught can develop if the door has moved out of alignment, a seal has deteriorated or another component such as a hinge or locking mechanism is no longer holding the door correctly against the frame. An inspection can identify where the air is entering and what is causing the gap.
Can you fix a draughty uPVC or composite door?
Yes. Many draught problems affecting uPVC and composite doors can be addressed through adjustment, realignment, seal replacement or repairs to the hinges and locking components. The appropriate solution depends on what's causing the draught.
Do draughty doors always need new seals?
No. Although damaged or compressed seals are a common cause, replacing them won't necessarily solve a draught caused by poor alignment, worn hinges or gaps elsewhere around the frame. The underlying cause should be identified before components are replaced.
Can a dropped door cause draughts?
Yes. If a door drops or moves out of alignment, it may no longer make even contact with the seals around the frame. This can create gaps that allow outside air through and may also make the door more difficult to close or lock.
Will repairing a draughty door help with heat loss?
Reducing unwanted gaps around an external door can help limit uncontrolled air leakage and make the surrounding area feel more comfortable. The overall effect on a property's energy use will depend on the door, the extent of the draught and the energy efficiency of the rest of the building.
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