Service | Maintenance | Repair
RESIDENTIAL DOOR SERVICES - WINNIPEG
Most Door Problems
Are Fixable.
Here's What Door Doc Does.
Entry doors, storm doors, & interior doors: adjustment, sealing, hardware and seasonal care.
One visit, trade-quality work, at a fraction of the replacement cost.
SERVICES ON THIS PAGE
Door Adjustment & Alignment
Weatherstripping & Door Sweep Replacement
Hardware Repair & Replacement
Storm Door Service
30-Day Warranty on all work & repaired
door components.
Can't find your question? Just call, Larry will be happy to talk it through before you book.
A Door That Works
Is Worth Fixing Properly
SERVICE PHILOSOPHY
30-Day Warranty
All work and repaired door components are covered for 30 days.
Same-Week Availability
Most visits are booked within the same week. Goal is same-day repair on every visit.
We Make House Calls
No showroom, no drop-off. Larry comes to you: Winnipeg and surrounding communities.
SERVICE PHILOSOPHY
A Door That Works
Is Worth Fixing Properly
Most entry & storm door problems normal wear, seasonal shifting, or small components that need attention; not a door that needs to be thrown out.
Door Doc covers full door system: the slab, the frame contact points, the seals, and the hardware.
One visit, properly done, typically costs a fraction of what a replacement door would.
Larry has been working as a finish carpenter since 1985 and has focused on residential door service in Winnipeg since 2007.
That background; a carpenter's eye for fit, alignment, and seal, is what separates a proper repair from a temporary fix.
30-Day Warranty
All work and repaired components are covered for 30 days.
Same Week Availability
Most visits are booked within the same week. Goal is same-day repair on every visit.
We Make House Calls
No showroom, no drop-off. Larry comes to you: Winnipeg and surrounding communities.
Materials Supplied
Larry arrives with materials for most common repairs: bulk universal and specific replacement parts stocked.
Materials Supplied
Larry arrives with materials for most common repairs: bulk universal & specific replacement parts stocked.
DOOR & SEAL SERVICES
Adjustment, Sealing & Interior Doors
Tap any service to expand the full description, indicators, and booking link.
DOOR & SEAL SERVICES
ENTRY & INTERIOR DOORS
A door that sticks, drags, rubs the frame, or won't latch properly has shifted out of alignment; and in Winnipeg, this is almost always caused by frost heave, seasonal wood movement, or a foundation that has settled over time. This applies to both entry doors and interior doors throughout your home.
As a finish carpenter, Larry assess how the door sits in the frame, where the contact is occurring, and whether the fix lies in the hinges, the strike plate, the door stop, or the frame itself. In most cases, this is resolved in a single visit without replacing any part of the door.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
There's a visible gap between the door edge and the frame when closed.
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Door Adjustment Visit
Repair
New Entry Door Installed
$1500 - $4000+
Related: Primary Door Services
ENTRY & INTERIOR DOORS
A door that sticks, drags, rubs the frame, or won't latch properly has shifted out of alignment; and in Winnipeg, this is almost always caused by frost heave, seasonal wood movement, or a foundation that has settled over time. This applies to both entry doors and interior doors throughout your home.
As a finish carpenter, Larry assess how the door sits in the frame, where the contact is occurring, and whether the fix lies in the hinges, the strike plate, or the door stop. In most cases, this is resolved in a single visit without replacing any part of the door.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
There's a visible gap between the door edge and the frame when closed.
The door swings open or closed on its own
Related: Primary Door Services
Related: Interior Door Services
What the Repair Involves
Hinge tightening or replacement, strike plate repositioning, door stop realignment, or frame adjustment; depending on where and why the door has shifted. Larry diagnoses the cause first so the fix addresses the actual problem, not just the symptom.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Door Adjustment Visit
Repair
New Entry Door Installed
$1500 - $4000+
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Weatherstripping replacement
Repair
New Entry Door Installed
$1500 - $4000+
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
You can see daylight around the door frame
You can feel a draft along the sides or top of your door when it's closed
Your heating costs have increased noticeably
The door swings open or closed on its own
Frost or condensation is forming on the interior door frame in winter
The strip no longer springs back into shape when you press it
The weatherstripping is visibly cracked, flattened, torn, or missing sections
Weatherstripping is the seal around the full perimeter of your door: sides, top, and compression strips along the jamb. When it cracks, compresses flat, or pulls away from the frame, it stops doing its job. Cold air gets in, heat gets out, and no amount of adjusting the door will fix a sealing system that has failed.
Door Doc replaces weatherstripping on both entry and storm doors using bulk universal and specific-fit components.
ENTRY & STORM DOORS
ENTRY & STORM DOORS
Weatherstripping is the seal around the full perimeter of your door: sides, top, and compression strips along the jamb. When it cracks, compresses flat, or pulls away from the frame, it stops doing its job. Cold air gets in, heat gets out, and no amount of adjusting the door will fix a sealing system that has failed.
Door Doc replaces weatherstripping on both entry and storm doors using bulk universal and specific-fit components.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
You can feel a draft along the sides or top of your door when it's closed
The weatherstripping is visibly cracked, flattened, torn, or missing sections
You can see daylight around the door frame
The strip no longer springs back into shape when you press it
Your heating costs have increased noticeably
Frost or condensation is forming on the interior door frame in winter
Related: Primary Door Services
What the Repair Involves
Removal of the failed weatherstripping, cleaning of the ham surface, and installation of properly fitted replacement material: kerf-in, adhesive, or compression profile depending on the door system. The full perimeter is checked, not just the visible problem area.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Weatherstripping replacement
Repair
New door to fix drafts
Unnecessary in most cases
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Sweep Replacement
Repair
Full door replacement for drafts
Rarely necessary
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
You can see light under the door from inside
You feel cold air at the bottom of your door when it's closed
There's a visible gap between the door edge and the frame when closed.
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Insects or debris are getting in under the door
The door sweep is torn, bent away from the door, or missing
The bottom of your door has two components working together to keep cold air out: the door sweep (attached to the bottom of the door slab) and the threshold (the raised piece on the floor or sill the door closes against). This is the most commonly overlooked source of cold air infiltration in Winnipeg homes, and one of the simplest to fix.
When the door sweep is worn, cracked, or no longer making contact properly, cold air enters at the floor level. A draft at your feet in winter is almost always coming from here first. Door Doc replaces the door sweep as needed and ensures the full bottom seal is working as a system.
ENTRY DOORS
DOOR & SEAL SERVICES
The bottom of your door has two components working together to keep cold air out: the door sweep (attached to the bottom of the door slab) and the threshold (the raised piece on the floor or sill the door closes against). This is the most commonly overlooked source of cold air infiltration in Winnipeg homes, and one of the simplest to fix.
When the door sweep is worn, cracked, or no longer making contact properly, cold air enters at the floor level. A draft at your feet in winter is almost always coming from here first. Door Doc replaces the door sweep as needed and ensures the full bottom seal is working as a system.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
You feel cold air at the bottom of your door when it's closed
You can see light under the door from inside
The door sweep is torn, bent away from the door, or missing
Insects or debris are getting in under the door
Related: Primary Door Services
Sweep vs. Threshold:
What's the Difference?
The door sweep is mounted to the bottom edge of the door slab and brushes or presses against the threshold when closed. The threshold is fixed to the door sill and provides the surface the sweep contacts.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Sweep replacement
Repair
Full door replacement for drafts
Rarely necessary
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Hardware repair or replacement
Repair
New door for worn hardware
Not required
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Your deadbolt is difficult to turn or doesn't throw fully
Your handle or knob is loose, stiff, or no longer returns to position
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Your door closer is slow, slams or no longer holds the door
A hinge is creaking, pulling away from the frame, or visibly bent
Handles, knobs, deadbolts, hinges, latches, and door closers all wear out with use; and worn hardware affects both how a door functions and how secure your home is. Door Doc focuses on proper operation and security rather than cosmetic upgrades, and replaces only what needs replacing.
Hardware repairs are available for entry doors, storm doors, and interior doors throughout your home. If your hardware is worn but the door itself is fine, there's no reason to replace the whole unit.
ENTRY, STORM & INTERIOR DOORS
ENTRY, STORM & INTERIOR DOORS
Handles, knobs, deadbolts, hinges, latches, and door closers all wear out with use; and worn hardware affects both how a door functions and how secure your home is. Door Doc focuses on proper operation and security rather than cosmetic upgrades, and replaces only what needs replacing.
Hardware repairs are available for entry doors, storm doors, and interior doors throughout your home. If your hardware is worn but the door itself is fine, there's no reason to replace the whole unit.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your handle or knob is loose, stiff, or no longer returns to position
Your deadbolt is difficult to turn or doesn't throw fully
A hinge is creaking, pulling away from the frame, or visibly bent
Your door closer is slow, slams or no longer holds the door
The latch doesn't retract properly or catches on the strike plate
Hardware is worn or damages after a long winter
Related: Primary Door Services
Related: Interior Door Services
What the Repair Involves
Assessment of the hardware in context: how the door hangs, how the latch aligns with the strike, whether the hinge screws have pulled out of the jamb. Larry brings common replacement hardware on the visit and sources specific parts as needed. Most hardware repairs are completed same visit.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Hardware repair or replacement
Repair
New door for worn hardware
Not required
Related: Primary Door Service
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Storm door service visit
Most cases serviceable
Full storm door replacement
Rarely the first answer
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Closer slams the door or no longer controls the swing
Storm door won't stay closed or latched
Latch doesn't catch or requires force to engage
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closer stiffened or failed after last winter
Door lets cold air through even when fully closed
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Storm doors take significant wear from Winnipeg's climate: the closer loses tension through sustained cold, the latch wears out from the repeated use, and the weatherstripping compresses and cracks. A storm door that won't stay closed, slams shut, lets cold air through, or has a broken closer is almost always serviceable.
Door Doc specializes in aluminum-framed storm door units. Larry has extensive experience with the full range of units Winnipeg homeowners have installed.
ALUMINUM-FRAMED STORM DOORS
ALUMINUM-FRAMED STORM DOORS
Storm doors take significant wear from Winnipeg's climate: the closer loses tension through sustained cold, the latch wears out from the repeated use, and the weatherstripping compresses and cracks. A storm door that won't stay closed, slams shut, lets cold air through, or has a broken closer is almost always serviceable.
Door Doc specializes in aluminum-framed storm door units. Larry has extensive experience with the full range of units Winnipeg homeowners have installed.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your storm door won't stay closed or latched
The closer slames the door shut or no longer controls the swing
The door lets cold air through even when fully closed
The latch doesn't catch or requires force to engage
The door has shifted and no longer seals against the frame
The closer stiffened or failed after last winter
Related: Primary Door Services
What Storm Door Service Includes
Closer adjustment or replacement, latch repair, weatherstripping inspection and replacement, sweep replacement, and door alignment check. In most cases, all of this is completed in one visit. Storm door work and entry door work can be done in the same visit if both need attention.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Storm door service visit
Most cases serviceable
Full storm door replacement
Rarely the first answer
Related: Interior Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Track & hardware adjustment
Repair
Full closet door replacement
Rarely necessary
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Bypass doors overlap unevenly or drag on the bottom track
A bi-fold door has come off its track or pivot pin
Track, rollers, or pivot hardware are visibly worn or bent
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closet doors started sticking or jamming after winter
A pocket door has stiffened or won't slide fully into the wall
Bi-fold, bypass, and pocket door systems rely on precise track alignment and hardware tension, and when a home shifts seasonally, even slightly, these doors are quick to jump their tracks, drag, bind, or refuse to slide properly.
Because they're interior doors, homeowners often tolerate them longer than they should. Most are straightforward to reset and adjust in a single visit.
Larry services all three closet door system types: bi-fold panels that have come off their pivot pins or top track, bypass doors that overlap incorrectly or drag on the bottom track, and pocket doors that have stiffened, jumped the roller, or no longer slide flush with the wall. If the hardware is worn or the track has bent, components can be replaced without touching the door itself.
CLOSET DOOR SYSTEMS
Note on Pocket Doors
Some pocket door problems require access to the wall cavity, including removing one side of the drywall to reach the track.
Larry will assess on-site and tell you the full scope and cost before any work begins.
INTERIOR DOORS
Bi-fold, bypass, and pocket door systems rely on precise track alignment and hardware tension, and when a home shifts seasonally, even slightly, these doors are quick to jump their tracks, drag, bind, or refuse to slide properly. Because they're interior doors, homeowners often tolerate them longer than they should. Most are straightforward to reset and adjust in a single visit.
Larry services all three closet door system types: bi-fold panels that have come off their pivot pins or top track, bypass doors that overlap incorrectly or drag on the bottom track, and pocket doors that have stiffened, jumped the roller, or no longer slide flush with the wall. If the hardware is worn or the track has bent, components can be replaced without touching the door itself.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
A bi-fold door has come off its track or pivot pin and won't rehang properly
Bypass closet doors overlap unevenly or drag along the bottom
A pocket door has stiffened, is difficult to pull out, or won't slide fully into the wall
Closet doors that worked fine last year started sticking or jamming after winter
The track, rollers, or pivot hardware are visibly worn, bent, or broken
A door panel is sagging or no longer sitting level in the frame
Related: Interior Door Services
A note on pocket doors with track or wall issues:
Some pocket door problems, particularly where the track has shifted, pulled away from the framing, or been obstructed inside the wall cavity, require access to the wall to repair properly.In these cases, one side of the drywall may need to be removed to reach the track. Larry will assess the door on-site and tell you exactly what's involved before any work begins. If the repair requires wall access, you'll know the full scope and cost upfront; no surprises.
What the Repair Involves
Assessment of the track, pivot points, rollers, and door alignment before any adjustment is made.
Bi-fold systems are checked at the top pivot pin, bottom pivot bracket, and track guide.
Bypass systems are checked at the top rollers and bottom guide channel.
Pocket doors are assessed at the roller carrier, track, and door edge clearance.
Hardware is replaced where worn. In most cases, the door and track are fully serviceable without replacement.
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Closet door system adjustment or hardware replacement
Repair
Full closet door replacement for a tracking issue
Rarely necessary
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Adjustment,
Sealing & Interior Doors
DOOR & SEAL SERVICES
In most cases, yes, and a proper assessment will tell you quickly. The majority of residential entry door problems, including sticking, poor sealing, a latch that won't catch, and worn weatherstripping, are caused by normal wear, seasonal movement, or small parts that have reached the end of their lifespan, not a failing door. Door Doc's approach is straightforward: if the door itself is structurally sound, it is almost always worth repairing. A properly serviced door performs like new at a fraction of the cost of replacement.
ENTRY & INTERIOR DOORS
A door that sticks, drags, rubs the frame, or won't latch properly has shifted out of alignment; and in Winnipeg, this is almost always caused by frost heave, seasonal wood movement, or a foundation that has settled over time. This applies to both entry doors and interior doors throughout your home.
As a finish carpenter, Larry assess how the door sits in the frame, where the contact is occurring, and whether the fix lies in the hinges, the strike plate, the door stop, or the frame itself. In most cases, this is resolved in a single visit without replacing any part of the door.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
The door swings open or closed on its own
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
There's a visible gap between the door edge and the frame when closed.
The door swings open or closed on its own
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Door Adjustment Visit
Repair
New Entry Door Installed
$1500 - $4000+
Related: Interior Door Services
Related: Primary Door Services
Cold air around a closed door almost always points to a sealing problem somewhere in the door system. The most common sources are weatherstripping on the sides or top of the frame that has cracked, compressed flat, or pulled away from the jamb; a worn door sweep or deteriorated threshold seal at the bottom; or a door that has shifted slightly out of alignment and is no longer making full contact with its seals. In Winnipeg's climate, freeze-thaw cycles and frost heave accelerate this kind of wear. Door Doc can identify exactly where the cold is getting in and fix it in a single visit. Larry comes to you, assesses the door on site, and carries the materials needed for most common repairs.
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Weatherstripping replacement
Repair
New Entry Door Installed
$1500 - $4000+
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
You can see daylight around the door frame
You can feel a draft along the sides or top of your door when it's closed
Your heating costs have increased noticeably
The door swings open or closed on its own
Frost or condensation is forming on the interior door frame in winter
The strip no longer springs back into shape when you press it
The weatherstripping is visibly cracked, flattened, torn, or missing sections
Weatherstripping is the seal around the full perimeter of your door: sides, top, and compression strips along the jamb. When it cracks, compresses flat, or pulls away from the frame, it stops doing its job. Cold air gets in, heat gets out, and no amount of adjusting the door will fix a sealing system that has failed.
Door Doc replaces weatherstripping on both entry and storm doors using bulk universal and specific-fit components.
ENTRY & STORM DOORS
Cold air around a closed door almost always points to a sealing problem somewhere in the door system. The most common sources are weatherstripping on the sides or top of the frame that has cracked, compressed flat, or pulled away from the jamb; a worn door sweep or deteriorated threshold seal at the bottom; or a door that has shifted slightly out of alignment and is no longer making full contact with its seals. In Winnipeg's climate, freeze-thaw cycles and frost heave accelerate this kind of wear. Door Doc can identify exactly where the cold is getting in and fix it in a single visit. Larry comes to you, assesses the door on site, and carries the materials needed for most common repairs.
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Sweep Replacement
Repair
Full door replacement for drafts
Rarely necessary
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
You can see light under the door from inside
You feel cold air at the bottom of your door when it's closed
There's a visible gap between the door edge and the frame when closed.
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Insects or debris are getting in under the door
The door sweep is torn, bent away from the door, or missing
The bottom of your door has two components working together to keep cold air out: the door sweep (attached to the bottom of the door slab) and the threshold (the raised piece on the floor or sill the door closes against). This is the most commonly overlooked source of cold air infiltration in Winnipeg homes, and one of the simplest to fix.
When the door sweep is worn, cracked, or no longer making contact properly, cold air enters at the floor level. A draft at your feet in winter is almost always coming from here first. Door Doc replaces the door sweep as needed and ensures the full bottom seal is working as a system.
ENTRY DOORS
Cold air around a closed door almost always points to a sealing problem somewhere in the door system. The most common sources are weatherstripping on the sides or top of the frame that has cracked, compressed flat, or pulled away from the jamb; a worn door sweep or deteriorated threshold seal at the bottom; or a door that has shifted slightly out of alignment and is no longer making full contact with its seals. In Winnipeg's climate, freeze-thaw cycles and frost heave accelerate this kind of wear. Door Doc can identify exactly where the cold is getting in and fix it in a single visit. Larry comes to you, assesses the door on site, and carries the materials needed for most common repairs.
Related: Primary Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Hardware repair or replacement
Repair
New door for worn hardware
Not required
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Your deadbolt is difficult to turn or doesn't throw fully
Your handle or knob is loose, stiff, or no longer returns to position
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Your door closer is slow, slams or no longer holds the door
A hinge is creaking, pulling away from the frame, or visibly bent
Handles, knobs, deadbolts, hinges, latches, and door closers all wear out with use; and worn hardware affects both how a door functions and how secure your home is. Door Doc focuses on proper operation and security rather than cosmetic upgrades, and replaces only what needs replacing.
Hardware repairs are available for entry doors, storm doors, and interior doors throughout your home. If your hardware is worn but the door itself is fine, there's no reason to replace the whole unit.
ENTRY, STORM & INTERIOR DOORS
Cold air around a closed door almost always points to a sealing problem somewhere in the door system. The most common sources are weatherstripping on the sides or top of the frame that has cracked, compressed flat, or pulled away from the jamb; a worn door sweep or deteriorated threshold seal at the bottom; or a door that has shifted slightly out of alignment and is no longer making full contact with its seals. In Winnipeg's climate, freeze-thaw cycles and frost heave accelerate this kind of wear. Door Doc can identify exactly where the cold is getting in and fix it in a single visit. Larry comes to you, assesses the door on site, and carries the materials needed for most common repairs.
Related: Primary Door Service
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Storm door service visit
Most cases serviceable
Full storm door replacement
Rarely the first answer
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Closer slams the door or no longer controls the swing
Storm door won't stay closed or latched
Latch doesn't catch or requires force to engage
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closer stiffened or failed after last winter
Door lets cold air through even when fully closed
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Storm doors take significant wear from Winnipeg's climate: the closer loses tension through sustained cold, the latch wears out from the repeated use, and the weatherstripping compresses and cracks. A storm door that won't stay closed, slams shut, lets cold air through, or has a broken closer is almost always serviceable.
Door Doc specializes in aluminum-framed storm door units. Larry has extensive experience with the full range of units Winnipeg homeowners have installed.
ALUMINUM-FRAMED STORM DOORS
Cold air around a closed door almost always points to a sealing problem somewhere in the door system. The most common sources are weatherstripping on the sides or top of the frame that has cracked, compressed flat, or pulled away from the jamb; a worn door sweep or deteriorated threshold seal at the bottom; or a door that has shifted slightly out of alignment and is no longer making full contact with its seals. In Winnipeg's climate, freeze-thaw cycles and frost heave accelerate this kind of wear. Door Doc can identify exactly where the cold is getting in and fix it in a single visit. Larry comes to you, assesses the door on site, and carries the materials needed for most common repairs.
Related: Interior Door Services
REPAIR VS. REPLACE
Track & hardware adjustment
Repair
Full closet door replacement
Rarely necessary
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Bypass doors overlap unevenly or drag on the bottom track
A bi-fold door has come off its track or pivot pin
Track, rollers, or pivot hardware are visibly worn or bent
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closet doors started sticking or jamming after winter
A pocket door has stiffened or won't slide fully into the wall
Bi-fold, bypass, and pocket door systems rely on precise track alignment and hardware tension, and when a home shifts seasonally, even slightly, these doors are quick to jump their tracks, drag, bind, or refuse to slide properly.
Because they're interior doors, homeowners often tolerate them longer than they should. Most are straightforward to reset and adjust in a single visit.
Larry services all three closet door system types: bi-fold panels that have come off their pivot pins or top track, bypass doors that overlap incorrectly or drag on the bottom track, and pocket doors that have stiffened, jumped the roller, or no longer slide flush with the wall. If the hardware is worn or the track has bent, components can be replaced without touching the door itself.
CLOSET DOOR SYSTEMS
Note on Pocket Doors
Some pocket door problems require access to the wall cavity, including removing one side of the drywall to reach the track.
Larry will assess on-site and tell you the full scope and cost before any work begins.
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door swings open or closed on its own
ENTRY & INTERIOR DOORS
01
Door Adjustment & Alignment
A door that sticks, drags, rubs the frame, or won't latch properly has shifted out of alignment; and in Winnipeg, this is almost always caused by frost heave, seasonal wood movement, or a foundation that has settled over time. This applies to both entry doors and interior doors throughout your home.
As a finish carpenter, Larry assess how the door sits in the frame, where the contact is occurring, and whether the fix lies in the hinges, the strike plate, the door stop, or the frame itself. In most cases, this is resolved in a single visit without replacing any part of the door.
ENTRY & STORM DOORS
02
Weatherstripping Replacement
ENTRY DOORS
03
Door Sweep Replacement
ENTRY, STORM & INTERIOR DOORS
04
Door Hardware
Repair & Replacement
ALUMINUM-FRAMED STORM DOORS
05
Storm Door Service & Adjustment
INTERIOR DOORS
06
Closet Door Systems:
Bi-fold, Bypass & Pocket Doors
Whether the problem is your front door, your storm door, or doors throughout your home, Door Doc covers both. Here's how the two service areas break down.
Two Ways to Get Your Doors Working Properly
DOOR DOC SERVICES
Door adjustment and alignment
Weatherstripping replacement
Door sweep replacement
Hardware repair and replacement
Storm door service and adjustment
30-Day warranty on all work
PRIMARY DOOR SERVICES
Primary Door Services
The most common calls Larry receives are for entry doors that stick, draft, or have worn hardware; and storm doors that won't close, seal, or latch properly. Primary door services cover the full entry and storm door system from top to bottom.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Bypass doors overlap unevenly or drag on the bottom track
Track, rollers, or pivot hardware are visibly worn or bent
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closet doors started sticking or jamming after winter
A pocket door has stiffened or won't slide fully into the wall
Door adjustment and alignment
Weatherstripping replacement
Door sweep replacement
Hardware repair and replacement
Storm door service and adjustment
30-day warranty on all work
DOOR DOC SERVICES
Two Ways to Get Your Doors Working Properly
Whether the problem is your front door, your storm door, or doors throughout your home, Door Doc covers both.
Here's how the two service areas break down.
DOOR DOC SERVICES
Door adjustment and alignment
Weatherstripping replacement
Door sweep replacement
Hardware repair and replacement
Storm door service and adjustment
30-Day warranty on all work
INTERIOR DOOR SERVICES
Primary Door Services
Seasonal movement affects every door in a Winnipeg home; not just the front.
If bedroom, hallway, or closet doors are sticking, binding, or off their tracks, Interior Door Services covers the full interior system.
YOU MAY NEED THIS IF...
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Bypass doors overlap unevenly or drag on the bottom track
Track, rollers, or pivot hardware are visibly worn or bent
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Closet doors started sticking or jamming after winter
A pocket door has stiffened or won't slide fully into the wall
Interior swing door adjustment
Bi-fold door track and pivot repair
Bypass closet door realignment
Pocket door adjustment (wall access may be required. Assessed on-site)
30-day warranty on all work
ENTRY DOORS & STORM DOORS
Primary Door Services
The most common calls Larry receives are for entry doors that stick, draft, or have worn hardware; and storm doors that won't close, seal, or latch properly. Primary door services cover the full entry and storm door system from top to bottom.
Door adjustment and alignment
Weatherstripping replacement
Door sweep replacement
Hardware repair and replacement
30-Day warranty on all work
Storm door service and adjustment
INTERIOR DOOR SERVICES
Interior, Closet & Specialty Doors
If bedroom, hallway, or closet doors are sticking, binding, or off their tracks, Interior Door Services covers the full interior system.
Interior swing door adjustment
Bi-fold door track and pivot repair
Bypass closet door realignment
Pocket door adjustment (wall access may be required; assessed onsite)
30-Day warranty on all work
Door Doc charges a flat on-site assessment fee. Larry comes to you, diagnoses the door, and tells you exactly what it needs and what it will cost; before any work begins. No surprise quotes, no upsell pressure.
Transparent Pricing
Before Any Work Begins
PRICING
Transparent Pricing Before Any Work Begins
Door Doc charges a flat on-site assessment fee. Larry comes to you, diagnoses the door, and tells you exactly what it needs and what it will cost; before any work begins. No surprise quotes, no upsell pressure.
What to Expect
What To Expect
On-Site Assessment Fee
$60: covers diagnosis, travel, and on-site quote. Larry tells you exactly what it needs before any work begins.
Most door problems can't be accurately quoted without seeing the door in person.
The assessment fee covers Larry's time and travel, and ensures you get an honest, on-site diagnosis; not a guess over the phone.
The goal is to assess and complete the repair in the same visit. Most repairs are done same-day.
All work carries a 30-day warranty on labour and repaired components.
On-Site Assessment Fee
$60, covering diagnosis, travel, and on-site quote. Larry tells you exactly what it needs before any work begins.
Typical Repair Range
$150-$300 for most common services: Weatherstripping, adjustment, hardware, and sweep. Final cost confirmed on-site before work begins.
Typical Repair Range
$150–$300 for most common services: weatherstripping, adjustment, hardware, and door sweep. Final cost confirmed on-site before work begins.
30-Day Warranty
All completed work and repaired door components are warranted for 30 days.
30-Day Warranty
All completed work and repaired door components are warranted for 30 days.
PRICING
Not Sure What Your Door Needs?
That's fine; and it's exactly what the on-site assessment is for.
If you're not sure whether it's the weatherstripping, the alignment, the hardware, or something else entirely, a quick look at the door is usually enough to diagnose the issue and tell you what it will take to fix it.
You don't need to know what's wrong before you call.
Being clear about scope protects you from wasted visits. Here's exactly what's in and out so you know before you call.
What Door Doc Does,
And What He Doesn't
HONEST SCOPE
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Interior door adjustment and alignment: full home if needed
Entry door adjustment, alignment, and frame correction
Door hardware repair and replacement: handles, hinges, deadbolts, latches, closers
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Door sweep replacement
Weatherstripping replacement: entry and storm doors
Aluminum-framed storm door service: closer, latch, seal, alignment
HONEST SCOPE
What Door Doc Does, And What He Doesn't
Being clear about scope protects you from wasted visits. Here's exactly what's in and out so you know before you call.
What's Included
Entry door adjustment, alignment, and frame correction
Interior door adjustment and alignment: full home if needed
Weatherstripping replacement: entry and storm doors
Door sweep replacement
Door hardware repair and replacement: handles, hinges, deadbolts, latches, closers
Aluminum-framed storm door service: closer, latch, seal, alignment
Full entry door replacement: new door supply and installation
What's Not Included
Full entry door replacement: new door supply and installation
Garage and overhead door service
Commercial door systems
Emergency lockout and locksmith services
Patio, sliding, or French door systems
If your door genuinely needs replacing:
After an on-site assessment, if Larry determines that replacement is the right answer, he'll tell you honestly and can point you toward the right supplier. You won't be left without a next step.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Your door rubs or drags when opening or closing
You have to lift the door to get the latch to catch
The door has been sticking since spring thaw or after a cold winter
Interior doors throughout your home are stiff or binding after frost heave
Garage and overhead door service
Full entry door replacement: new door supply and installation
Vinyl or wood-framed storm door units
The door swings open or closed on its own
The door swings open or closed on its own
Emergency lockout and locksmith services
Commercial door systems
Patio, sliding, or French door systems
Still have questions? Call 204-880-8448, Larry is happy to talk through what your door needs before you book anything.
Services FAQ
COMMON QUESTIONS
Services FAQ
Still have questions? Call 204-880-8448. Larry is happy to talk through what your door needs before you book anything.
HONEST SCOPE
The clearest signs are a visible draft or cold air around the sides or top of your door when it's closed, daylight visible around the frame, weatherstripping that is cracked, flattened, torn, or no longer springs back when pressed, or frost forming on the interior door frame in winter. If any of these apply, the weatherstripping has likely failed and should be replaced before the next heating season.
A door sweep is the seal mounted to the bottom edge of your door slab. When the door closes, it contacts the threshold and creates a barrier against cold air, insects, and debris at floor level. If you feel cold air at the bottom of your door, see light underneath it, or notice insects getting in, the sweep has likely worn out and needs replacing.
Yes, and a finish carpenter is exactly the right person for the job. A door that won't latch without lifting or forcing has shifted out of alignment, which means the latch bolt and the strike plate are no longer lined up. The fix involves identifying why the door has shifted: hinges, frame settlement, frost heave, and correcting the alignment at the source rather than just adjusting the strike plate as a workaround.
In most cases, yes. Door Doc services aluminum-framed storm doors and handles the most common problems: closer adjustment or replacement, latch repair, weatherstripping and sweep replacement, and door alignment. A failing closer or a worn latch is not a reason to replace the whole door; these are serviceable components. If after assessment a storm door genuinely needs replacement, Larry will tell you honestly and can point you toward the right supplier.
Yes. Interior doors, particularly bi-fold, bypass closet, and interior swing doors, are commonly affected by frost heave and seasonal movement in Winnipeg homes. If doors throughout your home are sticking, binding, or no longer closing properly after winter, that's a sign the whole house has shifted slightly. Door Doc can assess and adjust interior doors as part of a visit.
Door Doc charges a $60 on-site assessment fee, which covers travel and diagnosis. Most common repairs, weatherstripping, adjustment, sweep and threshold replacement, hardware, typically range from $150 to $300, with the final cost confirmed on-site before any work begins. All completed work carries a 90-day warranty.
In most cases, yes. The majority of entry door problems: sticking, drafting, not latching, worn seals. are caused by components that can be repaired, adjusted, or replaced rather than the door itself failing. Door Doc's approach is to assess the full door system on-site and tell you honestly what it will take to fix it. A properly serviced existing door often performs as well as a new installation, at a fraction of the cost. If replacement is genuinely the right answer, Larry will tell you that too.
COMMON QUESTIONS