DOOR ALIGNMENT
Door Catching the Frame or Difficult to Close
When a door starts rubbing, catching or needing extra force to close, the problem can affect the locking system as well as the door itself. Correcting the alignment can reduce strain and may avoid unnecessary lock replacement.
What we check
Door position and hinges
We assess how the door sits in the frame and whether it has dropped or shifted.
Locking-point alignment
We check whether hooks, rollers, latches and bolts meet their keeps correctly when the door closes.
Mechanism condition
If the lock has been operated under strain for some time, we check whether components have also become worn or damaged.
Possible outcomes
The solution may be an adjustment, correction to the keeps, work to the door position, or a combination of alignment work and lock repair where damage has already occurred.
Signs not to ignore
A key that only turns when you pull the door, a handle that is getting progressively stiffer, visible rubbing marks and difficulty closing are all useful symptoms to report.
Why alignment affects the lock
A multipoint lock is designed for its hooks, rollers and bolts to meet specific positions in the frame. When the door drops or shifts, those components can start striking the keeps instead of entering them freely. The extra resistance is then transferred through the handle and gearbox, which is why an apparently minor alignment problem can eventually contribute to lock failure.
Will adjustment always solve it?
No. Adjustment is appropriate when the door position is the main cause and the locking hardware remains serviceable. If hinges, keeps or internal lock components are worn or damaged, additional repair may be required. We assess the complete operation so the solution addresses the cause rather than simply making the door easier to close temporarily.
Door Catching or Rubbing?
We can check the door and locking system together rather than guessing at parts.