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Replace door hinges.
Sagging or worn hinges — swapped, frame mortised if needed, door re-hung with clean reveals.
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Wrong hinge size
Standard UK internal hinges are 75mm × 50mm or 100mm × 75mm. Larger external doors take 100mm × 100mm. Measure before buying.
Mortice mismatch
New hinges deeper than old means a step in the mortice — pack with veneer or re-cut.
Stripped screws
The old screw holes are worn out. Plug with wood and re-drill — don't try to drive longer screws into wallowed holes.
Hinges not aligned vertically
A new hinge offset 2mm from the original binds the door. Use the old hinge as a template before drilling.
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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.
Cost range
By job type
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Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Stamped steel hinges (set of 3)Budget, short life
£5–£15
Solid brass hinges (set of 3)Long life, decorative
£20–£60
Stainless steel grade 13 (set of 3)Heavy-duty, CE marked
£25–£70
FD30 CE-marked fire hingesRequired for fire doors
£30–£80
Specialist hinges (rising butt, soss)Concealed or self-rising
£30–£180
Carpenter labour30–60 minutes
£40–£120
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Worn or loose door hinges are the most common cause of dropping and sticking doors. Hinge knuckles wear over decades of use; cheap stamped-steel hinges can fail within 5–10 years on heavy doors. Expect to pay £60–£150 for a UK carpenter to replace a set of three, or under £30 for the DIY hinges if doing yourself.
What Does the Work Involve?
Hinge replacement is straightforward but fiddly. The door is held in place (a wedge under the bottom or another person taking the weight), the old hinges unscrewed leaf by leaf, the new hinges screwed in their place, the slab re-hung and the lock side checked for binding. If the new hinges are different size or shape, the mortice needs re-cutting with a sharp chisel. Most internal doors take 3 hinges; lighter doors (cupboard) take 2.
Typical Costs
| Item | Low (£) | High (£) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamped steel hinges (set of 3) | 5 | 15 | Budget, short life |
| Solid brass hinges (set of 3) | 20 | 60 | Long life, decorative |
| Stainless steel grade 13 (set of 3) | 25 | 70 | Heavy-duty, CE marked |
| FD30 CE-marked fire hinges | 30 | 80 | Required for fire doors |
| Specialist hinges (rising butt, soss) | 30 | 180 | Concealed or self-rising |
| Carpenter labour | 40 | 120 | 30–60 minutes |
How Long Does It Take?
Like-for-like hinge replacement: 30 minutes per door. Different-size hinges requiring mortice re-cut: 60 minutes per door. A whole house upgrading from cheap to quality hinges: half a day.
DIY or Professional?
DIY for like-for-like swaps if you can chisel a fresh mortice. Professional if the existing mortice doesn't fit the new hinges, the door is heavy, or it's an FD30 fire door (where the certification depends on tested hinge models).
Choosing the Right Tradesperson
Any carpenter or handyman can swap hinges. Ask the call-out fee and whether they bring quality hinges or just whatever's in the van. Specify solid brass or stainless steel — stamped steel is bad value at any price.
UK Regulations
Standard internal doors: no specific requirement. Fire doors (FD30): hinges must be CE-marked, grade 13 minimum, tested as part of the FD30 system, three per leaf, no plastic hinge pads or washers.
Common Problems
- Wrong hinge size: Standard UK internal hinges are 75mm × 50mm or 100mm × 75mm. Larger external doors take 100mm × 100mm. Measure before buying.
- Mortice mismatch: New hinges deeper than old means a step in the mortice — pack with veneer or re-cut.
- Stripped screws: The old screw holes are worn out. Plug with wood and re-drill — don't try to drive longer screws into wallowed holes.
- Hinges not aligned vertically: A new hinge offset 2mm from the original binds the door. Use the old hinge as a template before drilling.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need 2 or 3 hinges?
Standard internal doors take 3 hinges. Lightweight cupboard or wardrobe doors take 2. Heavy external or oversized internal doors take 3 or 4.
Brass or stainless hinges?
Brass for decorative interior doors (especially with brass door hardware). Stainless for utility, bathroom or external doors — won't corrode.
Can I fit anti-lift hinges?
Yes — security hinges with anti-lift pins or hinge bolts make doors much harder to remove from the hinge side. Worth fitting on a back door.
What are rising butt hinges?
Hinges that lift the door 6–10mm as it opens — useful for clearing thick carpet pile. The door also gently self-closes thanks to gravity.
Do FD30 doors need special hinges?
Yes — CE-marked grade 13 hinges tested with the door system. Untested hinges void the FD30 rating.
Can I just tighten loose hinges instead of replacing?
Yes, often. If the screws spin in wallowed holes, plug with wooden cocktail sticks dipped in PVA and re-drive. If the hinge knuckles are worn, replacement is needed.
This guide was written with AI assistance and is intended for general information only. Prices are estimates based on UK averages and may vary by region. Always get at least three quotes and consult a qualified professional before starting any work.
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