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Why Your Front Door Won’t Close Properly – And Why a Replacement May Not Be Necessary A front door that sticks, drags, or refuses to lock properly can quickly become a daily frustration. Many homeowners assume the solution is a new lock or even a complete door replacement. However, in many cases, the real problem lies elsewhere. At BlueWood Handyman, we recently restored a heavy external front door that had become badly misaligned, making it difficult to close and secure. Rather than replacing the entire door and frame, we used specialist carpentry techniques to restore its performance and save the homeowner a significant expense. Understanding Why Doors Drop Over Time External doors carry substantial weight and are subjected to constant use. Over the years, hinges can wear, screws can loosen, and frames can settle slightly as the building naturally moves. Common warning signs include: Difficulty locking the door The door scraping against the frame Gaps appearing around the door edges ...