Door frame repair
Strike plates, split jambs, sagging headers, and latch alignment for interior and exterior doors.
Door frame repair
Strike plates, split jambs, sagging headers, and latch alignment for interior and exterior doors.
Frame damage we rebuild in place
Door frames absorb kicks, humidity expansion, and years of latch impacts — security depends on solid attachment to rough openings.
- Split side jambs at hinge mortises
- Strike-side splits from forced entries or slamming
- Header gaps when homes settle slightly
- Threshold rot localized to exterior entries
- Metal jamb reinforcement plates after break-in repairs
- Weatherstrip kerfs damaged by old seals
- Garage-to-house fire door frame alignment
- Paint-ready epoxy fills on cosmetic gouges
Latch security checks
We verify deadbolts throw fully into reinforced strikes and that weatherstripping still compresses after frame straightening. Exterior gaps visible in daylight get addressed before rainy season.
Door frame repair for split jambs and bad strikes
Kicks, humidity, and repeated slamming split door frames and loosen strikes. Knight Group repairs jambs, re-anchors hinges, fills gouges, and aligns latches so doors close securely — core door frame repair work in Pinellas County homes and rentals.
Frame damage we correct
- Split side jambs at hinge and strike locations
- Loose frames pulled back to rough opening with long screws or shims
- Strike plate relocation when latches miss due to settling
- Threshold and transition issues at exterior entries (scope on site)
- Paint-ready fills when patches are cosmetic
Security and weather sealing
A door that will not latch is both an comfort and security issue. We verify alignment, replace short screws with structural fasteners where needed, and recommend weatherstripping when daylight shows at the perimeter.
Also see
Door adjustment, trim repair, doors & windows.
Frame damage in older Pinellas stock
Mid-century block homes in Largo and Pinellas Park often have metal frames with corroded lower corners — we assess whether epoxy fills suffice or jamb replacements are warranted.
Security-conscious owners in Safety Harbor ask about longer strike screws and reinforced plates — scoped after alignment is restored.
Door frame repair quotes
Close-up photos of splits, strikes, and hinge screws help us plan reinforcement. Note interior vs. exterior location and whether security plates are desired after alignment.
Frequently asked questions
Before we roll a truck for door frame repair, homeowners in Pinellas County usually ask:
Can you fix a split door jamb?
Yes — localized splits at hinges or strikes are common door frame repairs.
Do you move strike plates for better latch alignment?
Yes — when frames have settled slightly and latches miss.
Can exterior door frames be repaired?
Minor repairs and alignment yes — severely rotted exterior frames may need replacement scopes quoted separately.
Will frame repair include paint touch-up?
Paint-ready fills are included; full painting can be bundled if needed.
Do you repair frames after break-in damage?
Cosmetic and alignment repairs may be possible — structural security upgrades are assessed on site.
Can you fix a door that will not lock?
Often yes when latch and strike alignment are the root cause.
Other services we offer
Ready to schedule?
Share photos, your city, and a short description of the door frame repair work — we reply with a written estimate before scheduling.