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Door Not Closing Properly? Common Causes and Professional Fixes A door that won’t close properly is more than just a daily frustration. Whether it’s sticking, scraping, bouncing open, or failing to latch, a poorly functioning door can affect security, energy efficiency, noise control, and overall comfort in your home or office. At BlueWood Handyman , our City & Guilds–qualified carpenters regularly help homeowners across Barnet, North London, and surrounding areas restore doors to smooth, reliable operation. Below, we explain the most common reasons doors don’t close properly — and how professional repairs fix the problem for good. Common Reasons a Door Won’t Close Properly 1. Loose or Worn Hinges Over time, door hinges can loosen, wear down, or become damaged. Even slight hinge movement can cause the door to drop, scrape the floor, or miss the latch. Professional fix: We tighten, realign, or replace hinges using the correct size and type — including heavy-duty or fire-rat...