Stop! Don’t replace your door… save £100’s with our professional door repair services for Sheffield property owners.
Book a call outA safe, secure home starts with doors that work properly. Over the years, we’ve helped families across Sheffield and the surrounding areas save money by servicing their uPVC and composite doors instead of replacing them.
Most door problems don’t happen overnight. They usually start small — a stiff handle, a door that doesn’t shut smoothly, or a lock that needs a bit of force. If these issues are ignored, they can quickly lead to broken locks, draughts, reduced security, and costly door replacements.
As trusted Sheffield locksmiths, we specialise in professional uPVC door maintenance, taking the time to identify the real issue and fix it properly — giving you peace of mind that your home is secure.
One of the most common problems we see in family homes is door misalignment. When a door drops or shifts slightly, it can cause:
Difficulty closing the door
Locks not engaging properly
Needing to lift or force the handle to lock the door
Many people end up forcing the handle just to get the door locked — but this only puts extra strain on the locking mechanism and often leads to complete lock failure.
A professional door service fixes the issue at the source, keeping your door safe and easy to use for everyone in the household.
We regularly help local families with issues such as:
Having to use excessive force to lift the handle
Doors catching the frame or not closing properly
Lifting the door into position to lock it (very common with French doors)
Cold draughts caused by gaps around the door
Doors no longer sit square in the frame
These issues don’t just affect convenience — they can impact home security, energy efficiency, and the safety of your family. Let S Fretwell and Sons do your door maintenance in Sheffield
Over time, doors naturally move due to everyday use, temperature changes, and general wear and tear.
When a door isn’t sitting square in the frame, you may notice:
Gaps around the door
Heat loss during colder months
Cold draughts entering the home
Locks are becoming stiff or failing altogether
This can happen on both uPVC patio doors and composite doors. The solution may involve hinge adjustment or, for uPVC doors, correctly packing and aligning the panel to bring the door back into square. This is called toe & heel”. A very specific task best left to a professional. Hinge adjustment can look easy, but trust me, it can go terribly wrong, leaving you worse off.
While this may sound simple, DIY adjustments often make the problem worse, leading to damaged locks and higher repair costs.
The cost to service a uPVC or composite door is significantly lower than most homeowners expect — and far cheaper than replacing parts unnecessarily or fitting a brand-new door.
In many cases, door service involves realignment, adjustment, and lubrication, so no replacement parts are needed. This often means you’re only paying for the call-out and professional labour, not expensive components.
Servicing your door early saves money long-term:
No more warm air escaping through draughty gaps
Less strain on locks and handles
Doors that close, lock, and unlock smoothly
Reduced risk of costly lock or mechanism failure
Most importantly, we operate a no-fix, no-fee promise — if we can’t resolve the issue, you don’t pay.
If you’re experiencing stiffness, misalignment, or difficulty locking your uPVC or composite door, a professional service is the smartest and most cost-effective solution. Call us today for a clear price and friendly advice — you may be surprised how affordable it is.
Our aim is to make door problems as stress-free as possible for you and your family.
By properly servicing your door and correcting alignment issues early, we reduce strain on the locking mechanism — helping prevent unexpected lock failures and costly replacements later.
If needed, we can also upgrade your door with a high-security lock to improve protection against forced entry and help keep your family safe.
We regularly service and upgrade locks on:
uPVC doors
Composite doors
Hardwood doors
Patio doors, French doors & sliding doors
Tilt and slide doors
If your door is stiff, draughty, or no longer locking as it should, a professional uPVC door service in Sheffield may be all that’s needed. home secure, warm, and working smoothly — without the cost of a full door replacement.
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Supporting Sheffield home owners, landlords & businesses since 1999.
Our Sheffield customers tell us they want a local, professional & experienced locksmith to secure their property. Here are some of the reasons why they choose us.
We are a family business established in 1999, Stephen is DBS checked and a member of the Association of Accredited Locksmiths.
We are often selected by South Yorkshire Police, local schools and Sheffield City Council to secure their properties.
We were trained by the renowned locksmith Benny Wells at Safe Ventures. We invest in bespoke training to continualy improve our skills.
