Why a door may start rubbing
- Loose screws or worn hinges allowing the door to drop.
- Door leaf swelling after moisture exposure.
- Frame movement or alignment change.
- New flooring, threshold or mat reducing clearance.
- Damaged hinge position, latch or door closer.
What the repair may involve
Possible solutions include hinge tightening or replacement, screw-hole repair, alignment, latch adjustment, controlled trimming or planing, and treatment of the underlying moisture source.
- Hinge and fastener inspection.
- Door and frame alignment check.
- Clearance measurement around the leaf.
- Lock, latch and closer adjustment where required.
Avoid unnecessary trimming
Trimming the door is not always the first solution. If loose hinges are causing the drop, removing material may create a larger gap after the hinges are corrected.