Blog › Aug 20, 2026
If your interior door scrapes the floor every August, or an exterior door will not latch after a rainy week, you are dealing with classic Miami humidity door problems. Here is Gold Hands’ 2026 door repair cost menu and what we actually fix.
Key takeaways
- Door adjustment / planing: $119
- Hinge repair or replacement: $99 per door
- Lock / deadbolt replacement: $115
- Frame repair: $189 · Weatherstripping: $79
- Sliding door track / rollers: $149
Door repair prices — Gold Hands Miami
| Service | Labor |
|---|---|
| Hinge repair/replacement (per door) | $99 |
| Door adjustment/planing | $119 |
| Lock or deadbolt replacement | $115 |
| Frame repair | $189 |
| Weatherstripping (per door) | $79 |
| Sliding door track/roller repair | $149 |
Why Miami doors stick
Wood absorbs moisture. During the long wet season, rails and stiles swell just enough to rub the jamb or tile. A temporary “fix” of slamming harder only strips hinges. Proper planing and hinge tuning leave clearance for both humid August and cooler January.
- Interior hollow-core doors — often hinge sag; $99 hinge work may be enough.
- Solid wood / mahogany entries — more swell; budget the $119 plane/adjust.
- Impact / hurricane doors — heavy; check hinges, threshold, and weather seals together.
- Sliding glass — salt air and grit destroy rollers; $149 track/roller service is common in beachside buildings.
Latch problems vs humidity swell
| Symptom | Likely cause | Typical fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sticks at top/side only in summer | Humidity swell | Plane/adjust $119 |
| Drags year-round, gaps uneven | Hinge sag / loose screws | Hinges $99 |
| Closes but will not latch | Strike misalignment | Adjust + lock work as needed |
| Sliding door hard to move | Dirty track / dead rollers | $149 track/roller |
Recommendations
- Video the door closing in the afternoon (when swell peaks) and send it with your quote request.
- Do not plane painted doors yourself without primer plan — we finish edges so moisture does not rush back in.
- Related: door repair service · cost hub · lock installation · hourly rate for multi-door punch lists.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does door repair cost in Miami?
Hinge repair/replacement $99 per door. Adjustment/planing $119. Lock or deadbolt replacement $115. Frame repair $189. Weatherstripping $79. Sliding door track/roller repair $149.
Why do doors stick more in Miami summer?
Wood doors and frames absorb humidity during rainy season and swell. We plane or adjust so the door clears year-round instead of only working in drier months.
Can you fix a door that will not latch?
Yes — usually a misaligned strike plate or settling frame. We adjust the plate and hinges so the latch catches cleanly.
Do you repair sliding glass doors?
Yes — track cleaning, roller replacement, and alignment for doors that stick or jump the track.
What about hurricane / impact exterior doors?
Yes. Impact doors are heavier; hinge and threshold adjustments are common after settling or seal wear. We keep weather seals intact.