Door & Window Repair in Columbus, OH

Almost always, it can be fixed — and replacing a door that just needs adjusting is a common and expensive mistake. Doors stick and stop latching for identifiable, fixable reasons: the house has settled and shifted the frame slightly out of square, the hinges have worn or loosened, paint has built up on the edges, humidity has swollen the wood, or the strike plate is simply out of alignment with the latch. The right fix depends on the cause, which is exactly why we diagnose before we cut. Sometimes it's as simple as adjusting the strike plate or tightening and shimming a hinge; sometimes we plane the door edge precisely where it's binding; sometimes we re-hang the door or repair the frame. What we don't do is just shave the door and hope, because if the real cause is a shifted frame or worn hinge, the problem comes right back. Old, solid doors in particular are almost always worth saving — they're often better made than modern replacements, and a proper repair restores smooth operation and a satisfying, solid latch for a fraction of the cost and hassle of replacement. We'll take a look, tell you honestly what's causing it, and in the rare case a door truly is beyond saving, we'll say so. But the vast majority of sticking, dragging, won't-latch doors we see are fixed in a single visit and work beautifully afterward.

Yes, in most cases significantly — and it's usually far more affordable than full window replacement, with a faster payback. Whole-house window replacement is expensive and often oversold; while sometimes it's the right call, a great deal of the draft and heat loss people experience comes from specific, sealable gaps and failures that we can fix directly. We start by finding where the air is actually getting in: worn or missing weatherstripping around the sash, failed or hardened seals, gaps where the window frame meets the wall, sash locks that no longer pull the window tight, and cracked or missing glazing. Then we fix those causes — re-weatherstripping the sashes, sealing the frame-to-wall gaps, repairing or adjusting the hardware so windows close and lock tightly, re-glazing where needed, and repairing sashes that won't seat properly. For single-pane windows, we can also discuss options like interior storm inserts that dramatically cut drafts and noise while preserving your original windows, which matters in Columbus's historic homes. The result is a genuinely warmer, quieter, more comfortable home with lower energy bills, achieved by fixing your existing windows rather than tearing them out — preserving the character of an older home and saving you a great deal of money. We're happy to assess your windows honestly and tell you where sealing and repair will make the biggest difference, and where, if ever, replacement is truly the better long-term value.

Yes to both, and it's some of the most important work we do. On improving security proactively, the single most effective and underrated upgrade is reinforcing the strike and frame: most exterior doors, even with a good deadbolt, are held by short screws into thin trim, and we replace those with long screws that anchor deep into the wall studs, add reinforced strike plates, and can install door-frame reinforcement, which is what actually resists a forced entry — because in most break-ins the frame fails, not the lock. We also install solid, quality deadbolts and repair or upgrade worn locks and handles. After an actual break-in or attempted one, we respond quickly and compassionately: we repair the damaged frame and door, install new, stronger locks and reinforced hardware, and make the entry more secure than it was before, so you can feel safe in your home again as fast as possible. We understand how violating and stressful a break-in is, and we treat those calls with urgency and care. We can also address other security touchpoints — securing sliding doors (which are a common vulnerability) with better locks and anti-lift measures, repairing window locks, and reinforcing basement and side doors. If security is on your mind, whether after an incident or just for peace of mind, we're glad to walk your home, point out the real weak points honestly, and fix them properly.

We book same-week and often sooner, because we know that many door and window problems can't wait — a door that won't lock, a window that won't close before a storm, or a broken slider on your only patio access are urgent, and we treat them that way. When you reach out, we'll get a clear picture of the issue (a photo or two is very helpful) and schedule you promptly. On cost, we quote a clear, fair price up front based on the specific repair rather than running an open-ended hourly meter, so you know what you're paying before we start. Prices vary with the job: simple fixes like adjusting a door, re-weatherstripping, or fixing a screen are very affordable, while more involved work like re-glazing, repairing a damaged frame, rebuilding a sash, or reinforcing a door for security is priced accordingly — always as a clear number you approve. Batching several small repairs into one visit is more economical than one-offs, so it's worth having us tackle that list of nagging door and window issues all at once. Everything is insured, we work tidily and clean up completely, and there are no surprise charges. Just tell us what's going on, and we'll give you a fast schedule and an honest price to get your doors and windows working and secure again.