Door & Window Repairs in Alexandria, VA
Sticky doors adjusted, broken hardware replaced, drafty windows sealed.
Saifullah Ghazi fixes doors that stick, drag, or won't latch, and windows that are drafty, painted shut, or have failed hardware. Most door and window repairs are same-day fixes that make an immediate difference.
- Sticky and misaligned door adjustments
- Door hardware replacement — knobs, locks, hinges
- Window weatherstripping and caulking
- Screen repair and window latch replacement
Common Situations We Handle
“My front door sticks badly in summer — I have to shove it to close it”
Seasonal sticking is usually caused by wood swelling from humidity — the door expands and binds against the frame. Saifullah Ghazi planes or adjusts the door edge and checks the hinges so it closes cleanly year-round.
“My bedroom door won't latch — the strike plate is misaligned”
A misaligned strike plate is the most common door latch failure. Saifullah Ghazi adjusts the strike plate position or modifies the mortise — a 30-minute fix that makes the door close properly every time.
“There's a visible gap around my window frame and I can feel cold air coming in”
Drafty windows lose heat in winter and cool air in summer. Saifullah Ghazi applies new weatherstripping around the sash and re-caulks the exterior frame — sealing the gap and reducing energy loss.
“The window in the back bedroom is painted shut and I can't open it”
Painted-shut windows are common in older Alexandria homes, especially in rentals and older rowhouses. Saifullah Ghazi carefully scores the paint seal and works the sash free without damaging the frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fix a door that scrapes the floor?
Yes — a door scraping the floor usually means it's dropped on the hinges or the floor has shifted. Saifullah tightens the hinge screws (or replaces them with longer ones), and planes the bottom edge if adjustment alone doesn't fix it.
My exterior door doesn't lock properly — can you fix the lockset?
Saifullah replaces door locksets, deadbolts, and handle hardware. If you've bought a replacement set, he installs it. If the issue is the existing hardware misfiring, he diagnoses and repairs it.
How do I know if my window weatherstripping needs replacing?
Hold a lit candle near the window edge on a windy day — if the flame flickers, air is coming in. Visible gaps, torn foam, or drafts in winter are also clear signs. Weatherstripping replacement is a fast, inexpensive fix.
Do older homes in Alexandria have standard door and window sizes?
Older homes in Del Ray and Rosemont sometimes have non-standard door and window dimensions. Saifullah measures before ordering any replacement parts — custom sizes are more common than people expect.
Can you install a new door from scratch?
Saifullah handles door hardware installation and adjustments. Full door hanging from a rough opening (installing the frame and hanging a new prehung door) is available for straightforward interior door replacements.
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Serving Alexandria and surrounding neighborhoods — same-week scheduling available.