Cost Guide · 2026

HDB Main Door Not Closing Fix

If your HDB main door doesn't latch, won't close fully, or scrapes the floor, the cause is usually one of three: hinge sag, frame swell from humidity, or door has dropped on the bottom rail. HDB fire-rated doors must close cleanly to stay compliant.

4.8★From $80 hinge adjustSame-day weekdayPreserves fire rating

HDB main door fix prices

Most jobs single-visit. Frame-level work may need 2 visits.

Hinge tighten / re-adjustS$80 – $120Screws loosened over time, door sags. Tighten + shim, 30–45 min.
Hinge replacementS$120 – $220If hinge is worn or stripped. Includes new hinge + screws.
Door alignment / re-planeS$150 – $250Door swelling rubs against frame. Plane down + re-paint edge.
Strike plate adjustmentS$60 – $100Latch misses the strike. Re-shim or move strike plate.
Closer / damperS$120 – $180Door won't close on its own or slams. Replace door closer.
Bottom seal / draft stripS$80 – $130Door scrapes floor or drafts. New seal or strip.

Indicative ranges. Final number confirmed on site.

Which path fits your situation

Sags on lock sideHingeTighten or replace. $80–$220.
Rubs along the topFrame swell or settled hingesPlane down + re-paint, $150–$250.
Latch doesn't catchStrike plateRe-shim or move strike, $60–$100.

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FAQ

Affects HDB fire safety?

Yes — fire-rated doors must close fully and latch. Adjustments preserve the rated gap.

Same-day?

Yes for weekday morning. Frame-level work may need a second visit for paint drying.

Will hinge tighten hold?

If screw hole stripped, no — we use longer screws into solid wood, or fill and re-drill.

Warranty?

30-day workmanship. Closer hardware: manufacturer warranty.

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✅ Licensing & Compliance — Door & Carpentry

Workmanship warranty 30 days. For regulated trades, the relevant licence (EMA / PUB / BCA) is provided on request before work starts. See full licence list.