Interior Door Installation & Repairs

Why Interior Door Installation Matters

A door that sticks or swings open on its own hurts your privacy. Gaps at the bottom let noise and drafts pass between rooms. Because worn doors drag down your whole space, replacing them brings an instant upgrade.

New doors also boost your home’s resale value. Buyers notice fresh panel styles and clean hardware right away. Solid-core doors block sound far better than old hollow units. Since bedrooms and bathrooms need quiet, this swap makes a real difference.

Modern doors seal tighter against their jambs. This helps your HVAC system work less hard. As a result, you save on energy bills each month.

Our Interior Door Installation Process

We follow a clear process for every project. Since each step builds on the last, order matters. Our method meets all local building codes from the start.

Measuring and Prep Work

First, we measure the rough opening for width, height, and square. Most older Utah homes have settled over time. Therefore, the framing is rarely perfect. We note floor type and ceiling height before selecting the right unit.

Setting the Frame

Next, we shim behind the hinges and strike plate to get the jamb straight. Then we secure it with screws through the shims into framing studs. We fill gaps with low-expansion foam to block air and reduce sound. Because standard foam can bow the jamb, we use minimal-expansion types only.

Trimming and Final Fit

The bottom of the door needs proper clearance above the floor. Standard gap is half an inch for hard surfaces. However, carpet needs three-quarters of an inch. We adjust so the door swings freely without dragging.

Pre-Hung Door Options

Pre-hung doors come as a complete unit with the slab already mounted in its frame. This is the best choice when you replace both the door and the jamb. It works well when framing a new opening during a remodel.

We stock common sizes for fast turnaround. Therefore, most jobs finish in a single visit. Pre-hung units come with hinges already routed, which saves time on site.

Slab Door Replacement

A slab door is just the panel itself with no frame or hardware. This option works when your existing jamb is still in good shape. Because slab doors need more precision, we mortise hinge locations to match the old jamb exactly.

We also drill for the lockset and latch bore. Then we plane the edges for a consistent reveal on all four sides. Since Utah’s dry climate causes wood to shrink in winter, we account for seasonal movement during fitting.

Slab doors cost less than pre-hung units. Therefore, they suit budget projects where the frame needs no work.

Pocket and Barn Door Installation

Pocket doors slide into the wall cavity instead of swinging out. They save space in tight bathrooms, closets, and laundry rooms. We open the wall, install a split-stud frame, and mount an overhead track with ball-bearing rollers.

Barn doors mount on an exposed track above the opening. They add a design element that standard doors cannot match. We lag-bolt the track into studs or a backer board for a secure mount. We verify clearance for switches and outlets before committing to placement.

For older pocket doors that jump the track or drag, we replace worn rollers. Then we adjust the track height so your door slides smooth and quiet again.

Hardware and Hinge Repairs

Door hardware includes hinges, locksets, privacy locks, and passage sets. We install all types and match finishes throughout your home. We fix sagging doors by resetting hinges with longer screws that reach the framing stud.

Stripped screw holes get filled with hardwood dowels and redrilled. Because this fix restores full holding strength, the door hangs true for years. We install privacy locks with emergency release per BHMA standards for bedrooms and bathrooms.

Split panels get glued and clamped flat. Damaged casing and door stops get replaced with matching profiles. Therefore, the finished look stays consistent around every opening.

Materials We Recommend

We install solid-core, hollow-core, and solid wood interior doors. Solid-core is our standard pick for bedrooms and bathrooms. Because it blocks sound better, it adds comfort and privacy. However, hollow-core works fine for closets and utility spaces.

Panel styles include flat-panel Shaker, raised-panel, craftsman, and flush. We match existing doors in your home or help you choose a new style. For Salt Lake City homes with original woodwork, we source period-appropriate panels that match old proportions.

Schedule Your Interior Door Installation

Your home deserves doors that look great and work right every day. Contact Home Ready Group for a free estimate on your project. We handle interior door installation as standalone work or as part of a larger remodel.

Because every project is unique, we tailor timelines to your needs. We offer free estimates for homeowners along the Wasatch Front. We pair door work with trim and baseboard finish carpentry to complete the look around every opening.