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Houston’s heat, humidity and summer storms are hard on doors. Wood front doors fade and swell, sliding patio doors start to stick, and entry doors drop out of line so they no longer latch or seal. This guide covers door repair in Houston for the doors of your home: front and entry doors, sliding patio doors, and refinishing. It lists local companies that do this work, typical costs and what to ask before you hire.
Looking for garage doors instead? See our guide to garage door repair in Houston. For storefront and office doors, see commercial door repair in Houston.
The companies below come from Repairior’s Houston directory and list door repair, sliding door or refinishing services. No company paid to be included.
14 Door Repair Companies in Houston, TX
Sturdy Doors Refinishing Houston
Faded, weathered entry doors are the specialty of Sturdy Doors Refinishing Houston, located on North Sam Houston Parkway East in the 77060 area. Rather than garage doors, the company focuses on front door refinishing, entry door repair and…
Lone Star Door Refinishing
Lone Star Door Refinishing restores sun-worn and weathered entry doors from its location on Tannehill Drive in Houston's 77008 area near the Heights. Front door refinishing is the core service, and customers also mention garage door refinishing, door…
Miracle Doors Door Refinishing
Miracle Doors Door Refinishing brings weather-beaten wood entry doors back to life for homeowners in Humble and the surrounding northeast Houston area. The company is located on Will Clayton Parkway (77346), near Atascocita and Bush Intercontinental Airport.Customer reviews…
The Door Guys- Door Installations
The Door Guys- Door Installations is a Houston contractor focused on door installations and door repair. It operates as a service-area business, traveling to customers across Houston rather than working from a public storefront.As the name suggests, installation…
H Town Sliding Doors Repair
Sliding and patio doors are the specialty customers associate with H Town Sliding Doors Repair, which is located on Old Katy Rd in Houston (ZIP 77024). Reviews mention patio door repair, sliding door installation, sliding screen doors and…
Door Service of Houston
Door Service of Houston is a service-area door company covering the Houston metro, with a focus on commercial doors, storefront doors, automatic doors and sliding doors rather than garage doors. Beyond repair and replacement, the company also offers…
Refinishing A Door
Weathered, sun-faded or rot-damaged wood doors are what Refinishing A Door restores. The shop is on Foxton Road in south Houston (77048) and focuses on front door refinishing, door painting and repair, and also refinishes garage doors for…
Allen’s Front Door Refinishing
Allen's Front Door Refinishing is a woodworking business on West Oaks Plaza Drive in west Houston (77082), near the Westchase and Eldridge area. The company specializes in front door refinishing and also handles door installation.Reviewers describe doors that…
Houston Front Door Refinishing
Faded, cracked or weathered entry doors are the focus at Houston Front Door Refinishing, based on Usener St near the Heights in ZIP 77009. Customers describe front door refinishing that leaves the door looking dramatically better, with crews…
The American Sliding Door LLC
Barn doors, interior doors and sliding doors are the focus at The American Sliding Door LLC, located on Mason Creek Drive in the Katy area west of Houston (77450).Customers describe a wide selection of interior doors and a…
Front Door Medics Door Refinishing & Hardware
Rather than garage doors, Front Door Medics Door Refinishing & Hardware concentrates on the entry doors that shape a home's first impression. Based on Bellfort Avenue in southeast Houston (77061), the company handles front door refinishing, door adjustment,…
Glass Door Of Houston
Glass Door Of Houston is a glass and mirror shop on Eldridge Parkway South in the 77083 area of west Houston. Beyond general glass work, it is listed for door repair, sliding doors and storefront doors, making it…
Houston Door Refinishing
Faded, peeling or painted-over entry doors are the focus of Houston Door Refinishing, a service-area business based in Friendswood that works on homes across the greater Houston area. The company handles door refinishing, door repair and refinishing of…
AD Door and Hardware Services
AD Door and Hardware Services is a commercial door and hardware company on Gray Falls Drive in west Houston (77077). Its listing covers commercial door repair, sliding doors and storefront doors, so its customers are mostly business owners…
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Which Houston Door Company Fits Your Job?
| Company | Area | Best match for |
|---|---|---|
| Sturdy Doors Refinishing Houston | North Houston (77060) | Front door refinishing and repair |
| Lone Star Door Refinishing | Timbergrove (77008) | Front door refinishing and repair |
| Miracle Doors Door Refinishing | Humble / Atascocita (77346) | Front door refinishing and repair |
| The Door Guys – Door Installations | Houston | Door installation and repair |
| H Town Sliding Doors Repair | Old Katy Rd (77008) | Sliding doors, storefront doors |
| Door Service of Houston | Houston | Sliding, automatic and commercial doors |
| Refinishing A Door | South Houston (77048) | Front door refinishing |
| Allen’s Front Door Refinishing | West Oaks (77082) | Wood front doors |
| Houston Front Door Refinishing | Near Northside (77009) | Front door refinishing |
| The American Sliding Door LLC | Energy Corridor (77094) | Sliding patio doors |
| Front Door Medics Door Refinishing & Hardware | Hobby area (77061) | Refinishing and door hardware |
| Glass Door Of Houston | Eldridge (77082) | Glass and sliding doors |
| Houston Door Refinishing | Friendswood / Bay Area | Front door refinishing |
| AD Door and Hardware Services | Westchase / Gray Falls (77077) | Door hardware, sliding and commercial doors |
Front Door and Entry Door Repair
Entry doors take the full force of Houston sun and rain. Common problems include:
- Sticking or rubbing: the door swells with humidity or the hinges have sagged. A technician can adjust hinges, plane the edge and reseal it.
- Won’t latch or lock: the strike plate is out of line or the lockset is worn.
- Drafts and leaks: worn weatherstripping or a damaged threshold.
- Rotted bottom rail or frame: common on wood doors and jambs; may need partial frame replacement.
- Cracked glass inserts: decorative glass can often be replaced without a new door.
Door Refinishing: When a Faded Door Doesn’t Need Replacing
A sun-faded or peeling wood door can often be brought back by refinishing: stripping or sanding, repairing small damage, staining and applying a UV-resistant clear coat. Refinishing usually costs far less than a new custom wood door. Ask how often the finish should be refreshed; south- and west-facing doors in Houston often need maintenance every year or two.
Sliding Patio Door Repair
Sliding doors usually fail at the rollers and track. Signs include a door that is hard to push, grinding noise, a door that jumps off the track or a latch that no longer lines up. Typical repairs include roller replacement, track cleaning or repair, handle and lock replacement, and screen door repair. A sliding door specialist can usually fix it in one visit without replacing the glass panel.
Door Repair Costs in Houston
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Hinge adjustment / sticking door fix | $100–$300 |
| Weatherstripping and threshold | $100–$350 |
| Lockset or handle replacement | $100–$350 |
| Frame or jamb repair | $200–$600 |
| Sliding door roller replacement | $150–$400 |
| Sliding door track repair | $150–$450 |
| Front door refinishing | $300–$900 |
| Decorative glass insert replacement | $250–$900 |
Ranges are general planning figures. Door size, material, double doors and custom hardware change the price.
Repair or Replace the Door?
- Repair or refinish when the door is solid, straight and only the finish, hardware or rollers are worn.
- Replace when the door is warped, rotted through, badly split, or the frame is too damaged to hold it securely.
- For energy savings, ask whether new weatherstripping solves the draft before replacing the door.
How to Get Accurate Door Repair Quotes
- Say what kind of door it is: wood, fiberglass, steel or glass sliding door.
- Describe the problem: sticking, not latching, drafty, faded, hard to slide.
- Add photos of the whole door and close-ups of the damage.
- Send one request to several companies through the free quote form.
- Compare the work included, finish type and warranty.
What to Look For in a Door Repair Company
- Experience with your door type, especially for wood refinishing or sliding doors.
- Photos of past work, which many refinishing shops share.
- A written estimate that lists products, finish and timeline.
- Liability insurance and a clear warranty.
- Honest advice on whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Door Care Tips for Houston Weather
- Clean and lightly lubricate sliding door tracks every few months.
- Check weatherstripping before summer storms and replace cracked strips.
- Refresh the clear coat on wood doors before it starts peeling.
- Tighten hinge screws once a year; use longer screws into the frame if they strip.
- Keep gutters clear so water does not pour onto the door and threshold.
Related Door Services in Houston
- Commercial door repair: storefront, automatic and dock doors
- Garage door repair in Houston
- Residential garage door repair
- Sliding door repair companies in Houston
Door Repair Houston: FAQs
How much does door repair cost in Houston?
Simple fixes such as hinge adjustment or a new lockset often cost about $100–$350. Refinishing a front door commonly runs $300–$900.
Can a sun-damaged front door be fixed?
Often yes. Refinishing can restore faded or peeling wood doors if the wood is still sound.
Why is my sliding patio door hard to open?
Usually worn rollers or a dirty or damaged track. A sliding door technician can replace rollers and repair the track.
Why won’t my front door latch?
The door may have sagged or the frame shifted, so the latch misses the strike plate. Hinge and strike adjustments usually fix it.
Do door repair companies fix glass inserts?
Many can replace decorative or clear glass inserts without replacing the whole door. Ask when you request a quote.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a front door?
Repair and refinishing are usually cheaper if the door is solid. Replacement makes sense for warped, rotted or badly damaged doors.
Conclusion
Most door problems in Houston homes come from weather and wear: sagging hinges, swollen wood, worn sliding door rollers and faded finishes. Pick a company that specializes in your door type, compare written quotes and keep up with simple seasonal care.
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About This Guide
Editorial policy: Written by Reylina U and reviewed by the Repairior Editorial Team. Businesses are listed from our directory and are not paid placements. Costs are general ranges, not quotes.
Transparency: Company details come from public listings and may change.
About the author: Reylina U is part of the Repairior Editorial Team, which researches home repair services across Houston.