Little River Contractors repairs damaged, rotted, and broken door frames in Richmond, VA and the surrounding area. Whether moisture has softened the bottom of your exterior jamb, a forced entry split the frame, or your door has started to stick and drag, we fix the underlying problem, seal it against the weather, and paint it to match so it looks like it was always that way.
Get a free estimate or call 804-908-3700.
Why Door Frames Fail
The door frame, including the jambs, the head, the threshold, and the brick molding or exterior casing, takes a constant beating. In Richmond, rain splash, humidity, and freeze-thaw cycles work their way into the bottom of exterior frames, where rot starts quietly behind the paint. Inside the house, settling, swelling, and hard use can pull frames out of square.
Left alone, a damaged frame lets in water, drafts, and insects, and it can make a door hard to lock. Catching it early usually means a smaller, less expensive repair.
Signs You Need Door Frame Repair
- Soft, spongy, or crumbling wood at the bottom of the jamb or casing
- Peeling or bubbling paint that keeps coming back on the frame
- A door that sticks, rubs, or will not latch or lock easily
- Visible gaps, drafts, or daylight around a closed door
- Cracks or splits from a forced entry or impact
- Loose hinges that will not stay tight
- Water stains on the subfloor or wall next to the door
Our Door Frame Repair Process
- Inspection. We probe the wood, check the door for square, and find where the moisture or damage is coming from.
- Clear recommendation. We tell you whether a section repair will last or whether a full frame replacement makes more sense, with a written estimate within 48 hours.
- Remove damaged wood. We cut out rot and broken sections back to solid material.
- Rebuild. We splice in new wood or rot-resistant PVC, or replace the full jamb and casing when needed.
- Adjust and secure. We shim, square, and re-set hinges and strike plates so the door swings and latches properly.
- Seal and finish. We caulk, prime, and paint to match so the repair is protected and blends in.
What We Repair
- Rotted exterior door jambs and frame bottoms
- Brick molding and exterior door casing
- Interior door frames and trim
- Frames split from forced entry
- Strike plate and hinge areas that are stripped or cracked
- Garage entry, side, and patio door frames
- Door trim damaged by pets or moving furniture
Repair or Replace the Door?
Many doors that seem worn out only need a sound frame. If the door itself is in good shape, repairing the frame is usually the most cost-effective fix. If the door is warped, cracked, or inefficient, we can handle that too with our door replacement service. We will give you an honest recommendation either way.
Why Richmond Homeowners Choose Little River Contractors
- Carpentry and paint under one roof. We repair the wood and finish it, so you do not need two contractors. See our carpentry and wood repair work.
- 23+ years serving Richmond. Family-owned and headquartered in Henrico since 2003.
- Owner on every job. John Ribeiro works on or supervises every project.
- Licensed, insured, BBB accredited, and EPA Lead-Safe certified. Important for homes built before 1978.
- One-year labor warranty on our work.
Service Areas
We repair door frames across the Richmond metro, including Richmond, Henrico, Church Hill, The Fan, Glen Allen, Short Pump, Bon Air, Chester, Brandermill, Hanover County, and Powhatan.
Door Frame Repair FAQs
Can a rotted door frame be repaired, or does it need to be replaced?
If the rot is limited to the bottom of the jamb or casing, we can usually cut it out and splice in new material. If rot has spread through most of the frame or into the framing behind it, full replacement is the better long-term fix.
Do I need to replace my door if the frame is damaged?
Not usually. A sound door can often be re-hung in a repaired frame. We will tell you honestly if the door itself needs replacing.
What causes door frames to rot?
Water is almost always the cause: rain splash, failed caulk, missing drip caps, or poor drainage at the threshold. We fix the source, not just the symptom.
Can you fix a frame damaged by a break-in?
Yes. We rebuild split jambs and strike areas so the door closes and locks securely again, then finish the repair to match.
How long does door frame repair take?
Most repairs are completed in a single day. Paint may need a short return visit once primer and patches have cured.
Will the repair match the rest of my trim?
Yes. We match the profile as closely as possible, then prime and paint so the repair blends in with the rest of the door and trim.
Get a Free Door Frame Repair Estimate
Stop rot, drafts, and sticking doors before they get worse. Call Little River Contractors at 804-908-3700 or request a free estimate online.