Sticking doors are the single most common handyman call we receive from Bali villa owners and property managers. In Bali's humidity, timber doors can swell by 3–5mm in the wet season — a door that fitted perfectly in the dry season requires consistent force to close in January. The correct fix depends on the door: hardwood doors can usually be planed or sanded at the sticking point; hollow-core and composite doors need hinge adjustment rather than material removal. Getting this wrong means a door that sticks again in the next wet season or one that rattles in the dry.
Door & Window Services
Door Adjustment & Repair
Sticking, dropping, not latching, squeaking. We diagnose the cause before deciding on the fix — hinge adjustment, strike plate relocation, door plane or sand, or frame repair. All fixes appropriate to the door type and material.
Lock & Hardware Replacement
Lock set replacement, deadbolt installation, door handle replacement. We carry common lock set sizes and styles. For unusual locks on imported doors, we can source replacements given a few days lead time.
Screen Doors & Fly Screens
Broken screen door springs, damaged fly screen mesh, misaligned screen door tracks. We repair or replace screen door components. For damaged mesh, we re-screen on-site with the correct mesh type for the opening size.
Window Mechanisms
Louvre window cranks, awning window stays, sliding window tracks, broken panes. Louvre window mechanisms are particularly common in Bali villa construction and frequently need replacement after 5–7 years.
How We Repair Doors & Windows
Diagnose before touching anything
We never plane or sand a door before understanding why it sticks. Wet-season swelling, a dropped hinge, a worn strike plate and a settled frame all look similar but need different fixes. Getting the diagnosis right is what stops the problem returning next season.
Choose the right fix for the door type
Solid hardwood doors can usually be planed or sanded at the exact contact point. Hollow-core and composite doors must not be cut — we adjust the hinges or strike plate instead. Matching the method to the material is the difference between a door that works for years and one that splits or rattles.
Repair with Bali-appropriate hardware
We fit stainless or solid-brass hinges, locks and stays rather than cheap mild-steel parts that rust in months of humidity. For lock sets we carry common sizes; unusual imported hardware we source with a few days' lead.
Test, seal and finish
We operate the door or window through its full range, check the latch under normal use, seal raw timber edges where moisture gets in, and clean up. You see it working before we leave.
Common Door & Window Problems We Fix
The calls we get most often: a front door that needs a shoulder to close in January, a bedroom door that no longer latches after the frame settled, screen doors knocked off their track by guests, fly-screen mesh torn by pets, louvre window cranks seized with corrosion, sliding-door rollers worn flat, and locks that have stiffened or jammed in the salty coastal air around Canggu, Seminyak and Uluwatu. Each of these is routine for us — most are resolved in a single visit because we carry the common parts on the van.
Door & Window Repair Prices in Bali
| Job | Guide Price (IDR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic call-out (up to 1 hour) | 150,000–250,000 | 1–2 small adjustments |
| Door / window repair | 150,000–350,000 | Labour, standard hardware |
| Lock set replacement | 200,000–400,000 | Plus lock cost |
| Louvre / sliding mechanism | 250,000–500,000 | Plus parts |
These are guide ranges. We confirm a firm price over WhatsApp before any work begins — no call-out fee, no surprises. See the full pricing page.
Door & Window Repair FAQ
How much does door repair cost in Bali?
Most door and window repairs run IDR 150,000–350,000 for labour with standard hardware. A simple hinge adjustment sits at the lower end; a lock set or louvre mechanism with parts is higher. We quote before starting.
Why does my door stick more in the wet season?
Timber absorbs moisture and swells 3–5mm in Bali's humidity. We diagnose whether the fix is planing, hinge adjustment or sealing so the door works year-round, not just until it dries out.
Can you replace a lock on an imported door?
Yes. We carry common lock sizes and can source unusual imported hardware with a few days' lead once we see the existing fitting.
Do you repair louvre and sliding windows?
Yes — louvre cranks, awning stays, sliding tracks and broken panes. Louvre mechanisms are common in Bali villas and usually need replacing after 5–7 years.
Related Services & Areas
Often booked alongside door and window work: villa maintenance, painting and touch-ups and minor electrical. We repair doors and windows across Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud, Sanur and all south Bali areas.
Door or Window Problem?
Describe the issue — which type of door/window, what it's doing wrong. We'll advise what's likely involved and when we can come.
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