Fire Door Services

Fire Safety Certificate

Fire Door Certificate

Fire Extinguisher Servicing

Fire Risk Assessment

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Asbestos Survey

£279

Electrical Diagnostic

Starting From £130

Fire Extinguisher Test

£75 Per Extinguisher

Fire Alarm Installation

£129 Per Detector

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Professional Door Repairs London for Secure, Safe and Fully Functional Properties

Liviosiv provides professional door repairs across London for residential and commercial properties, landlords, managing agents, HMOs, apartment blocks, offices, retail premises and shared residential buildings. We repair internal and external doors, communal entrance doors, fire doors, timber doors, aluminium doors, UPVC doors and commercial door systems.

Many door problems develop gradually. Hinges begin to wear, frames shift slightly out of alignment, locks become stiff and self-closing devices stop operating correctly. In busy properties, these issues can quickly become larger security, safety or compliance concerns if left unresolved.

Our approach focuses on practical repairs, long-term reliability and safe operation. Every repair is assessed properly to identify the root cause rather than simply masking the visible issue. Whether the problem involves a sticking front door, damaged communal entrance door, faulty closure, broken lock or failed fire door inspection, our team works to restore safe and reliable operation with minimal disruption.

Fire Door Installers Services

Fire Safety Certificate

Fire Door Certificate

Fire Extinguisher Servicing

Fire Risk Assessment

Need Fire Door Installation in London?

See All Our Landlord Safety Services & Pricing

Asbestos Survey

£279

Electrical Diagnostic

Starting From £130

Fire Extinguisher Test

£75 Per Extinguisher

Fire Alarm Installation

£129 Per Detector

Geographical Breakdown of London’s Districts

East London

South London

West London

North London

Expert Door Repair Services for Residential and Commercial Properties Across London

Liviosiv provides door repair services across London for a wide range of property types. We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, facilities teams and commercial operators who require reliable repairs carried out professionally and safely.

Internal Door Repairs for Homes, Flats and Managed Buildings: Our team repairs a wide range of internal door problems including alignment issues, damaged hinges, faulty handles, split timber, frame movement and latch failures. We also carry out repairs in shared residential buildings where internal communal doors experience higher levels of use. Properly functioning internal doors help maintain privacy, reduce noise transfer and improve general property presentation. In managed buildings, they also help maintain safe movement throughout communal areas.

External Door Repairs to Improve Security and Weather Protection: We repair front and rear external doors affected by swelling timber, damaged frames, dropped hinges, broken locks, failed closers and general wear. We also assess weather sealing, threshold alignment and operational safety where necessary.

Front Door Repairs for Houses, Flats and Apartment Entrances: We repair front doors for houses, flats and apartment entrances across London. Common issues include stiff locking systems, dropped doors, damaged frames, failed hinges and gaps affecting security or smoke control.

Commercial Door Repairs for Offices, Shops and Shared Buildings: We carry out commercial door repairs for offices, retail units, apartment buildings, communal areas, educational premises and shared facilities throughout London. Our engineers assess operational safety, reliability and compliance considerations before carrying out repairs. Where required, we also support planned maintenance programmes to help businesses reduce downtime and prevent recurring faults.

Fire Door Repairs and Compliance Remedial Works: We carry out fire door repairs and remedial works for FD30 and FD30S fire doors across London. Repairs may include closer adjustments, smoke seal replacement, hinge replacement, frame adjustments, latch repairs and gap correction. Where doors have failed inspection or require remedial works following a fire risk assessment, our team can help identify practical repair solutions to restore compliance.

Timber, UPVC, Aluminium and Composite Door Repairs: Different door materials require different repair approaches. Timber doors may expand, warp or split over time. Aluminium and UPVC doors can suffer from alignment issues, failed locking systems or damaged hardware.

Our team repairs a wide range of door types including: Timber doors, UPVC doors, Aluminium doors, Composite doors, Glazed entrance doors, Communal entrance doors, Commercial doors.

By diagnosing the cause of the issue correctly, repairs can often extend the lifespan of the existing door significantly.

Emergency Door Repairs Following Burglary or Accidental Damage: We provide emergency door repair support across London for residential and commercial properties. Depending on the situation, works may include temporary securing, boarding, frame reinforcement, lock replacement or emergency repairs to restore safe operation. Our priority during emergency repairs is to help secure the property safely while identifying any further structural or compliance concerns.

Common Door Problems We Repair Every Day

Most door faults begin with small operational issues. A door may begin sticking slightly, the lock may feel stiff or the closer may no longer pull the door shut properly. Left unresolved, these problems often worsen over time.

Our engineers diagnose and repair a wide range of door faults across London properties.

Doors That No Longer Close Properly
Doors That Have Dropped Out of Alignment
Faulty Locks, Handles and Latching Mechanisms
Damaged Hinges, Door Closers and Pivot Systems
Split, Cracked or Loose Door Frames
Sticking, Swollen or Warped Timber Doors
Fire Doors Failing to Self-Close Correctly
Draughts, Gaps and Poorly Fitted Doors
Damaged Door Panels, Glazing and Thresholds
Communal Entrance Door Faults in Flats and HMOs

Fire Door Repairs in London for Compliance and Life Safety

Fire doors are a critical part of a building’s passive fire protection system. Their purpose is to slow the spread of fire and smoke, protect escape routes and help occupants evacuate safely.

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, responsible persons must ensure fire safety equipment and fire doors are maintained in efficient working order. Poor maintenance can lead to enforcement action, failed inspections and increased risk during a fire.

FD30 and FD30S Fire Door Repairs: FD30 and FD30S fire doors are commonly installed within flats, communal areas, HMOs and commercial premises. These doors are designed to provide a specified period of fire resistance when correctly maintained. Our team carries out repairs to help restore operational performance and address defects affecting compliance.

Fire Door Gap Adjustments and Alignment Corrections: Incorrect perimeter gaps are one of the most common fire door defects identified during inspections. Excessive or inconsistent gaps may affect smoke containment and the overall integrity of the doorset. Repairs may involve hinge adjustment, frame correction or repositioning to achieve safer operation.

Intumescent Strip and Cold Smoke Seal Replacement: Intumescent strips and smoke seals play an important role in restricting the spread of smoke and heat. Damaged, missing or poorly fitted seals can compromise fire door performance. We replace worn or defective seals where required.

Fire-Rated Hinges, Closers and Ironmongery Repairs: Fire doors rely on compatible hardware to operate correctly. Worn closers, damaged hinges or unsuitable ironmongery may affect self-closing performance and compliance. Our engineers assess hinges, latches, closers and associated hardware carefully during repairs.

Fire Door Frame Repairs and Remedial Works: Frames are a critical part of the fire doorset. Damaged or unstable frames can affect alignment, gaps and smoke containment. Where possible, remedial repairs are carried out to restore safe operation while maintaining the integrity of the doorset.

Fire Door Repairs Following Failed Inspections

Many property owners contact us following failed fire door inspections or fire risk assessment recommendations.

We help identify practical remedial works to address common defects including: Excessive gaps, Failed self-closing devices, Damaged smoke seals, Misaligned doors, Faulty latches, Loose hinges, Damaged frames, Maintaining, Compliance with Fire Safety Regulations: Fire safety responsibilities continue after door installation. Ongoing maintenance and periodic inspections are important to help ensure continued safe performance. According to the UK government’s Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, routine checks on communal fire doors and flat entrance doors are now required in many residential buildings.

Fire Door Maintenance for Landlords, Managing Agents and Commercial Premises: Landlords and managing agents are increasingly expected to demonstrate proper maintenance of fire safety systems. We support ongoing fire door maintenance programmes for apartment blocks, HMOs, commercial premises and managed residential properties throughout London.

Door Closer, Hinge and Lock Repairs for Reliable Daily Operation

The reliability of a door often depends on smaller mechanical components working correctly together. Closers, hinges, pivots and locks experience constant wear and require periodic adjustment or replacement.

Door Closer Repairs and Adjustments: Self-closing devices help doors close safely and consistently. If a closer fails, the door may slam shut, remain partially open or fail to latch correctly. We adjust and replace faulty closers across residential and commercial properties.

Floor Spring and Hydraulic Closer Repairs: Floor springs are commonly used on heavier commercial and glazed entrance doors. When these systems fail, doors may become difficult to control, unsafe or misaligned. Our engineers diagnose and repair floor spring systems where possible.

Lock Repairs and Replacement Mechanisms: Faulty locks can create immediate security concerns. We repair and replace locking systems including cylinders, mortice locks, latch systems and commercial locking hardware.

Multi-Point Locking System Repairs: Modern UPVC and aluminium doors often use multi-point locking systems. Over time, components can wear or fall out of alignment, making the door difficult to lock or unlock. Early repairs can often prevent more expensive failures.

Door Hinge Repairs and Re-Hanging: Damaged hinges place stress on the entire doorset. We repair loose, worn or damaged hinges and carry out re-hanging works where necessary.

Panic Hardware, Exit Devices and Security Hardware Repairs: Commercial properties often rely on panic bars, emergency exit devices and access hardware to maintain safe escape routes. These systems should remain operational and compliant at all times.

Emergency Door Repairs to Secure Your Property Quickly

When a door becomes unsafe or insecure unexpectedly, fast action is important. Broken entrance doors, forced entry damage and failed communal doors can leave occupants vulnerable. Our emergency door repair support helps property owners restore safety and security quickly.

Burglary Damage Door Repairs and Temporary Securing: Following forced entry or attempted burglary, immediate repairs may be needed to secure the property. Temporary securing measures may include boarding, lock replacement, reinforcement or emergency hardware repairs.

Emergency Boarding and Security Solutions: Where immediate permanent repairs are not possible, temporary boarding and securing solutions may be required until replacement parts or further works are arranged.

Same-Day Repairs for Unsafe or Insecure Doors: Where possible, we aim to provide prompt attendance for urgent door faults affecting safety or security.

Fast Repairs for Commercial Entrance Doors: Commercial entrance failures can disrupt access, security and business operations. Our engineers work to identify faults quickly and restore safe operation with minimal disruption.

Emergency Repairs for Communal and Apartment Entrance Doors Communal entrance doors often form part of a building’s access control and fire safety strategy. Urgent faults affecting communal security or compartmentation should be addressed promptly.

Commercial Door Repairs and Planned Maintenance Services

Commercial buildings rely heavily on doors operating consistently and safely throughout the day. A failed entrance door, faulty closer or damaged emergency exit device can quickly disrupt operations and create safety concerns. Planned maintenance reduces the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns and helps identify developing issues before they become more serious.

Commercial Entrance Door Repairs: We repair commercial entrance systems including aluminium doors, glazed entrance doors, steel doors and shared access systems.

Automatic and Manual Door Maintenance Support: Some commercial buildings use a combination of automatic and manually operated entrance systems. Routine servicing and inspection can help improve reliability and reduce unexpected operational failures.

Repairs for Shared Residential Buildings and HMOs: Apartment blocks and HMOs require ongoing maintenance of communal doors, entrance systems and fire doors. We support landlords and property managers with responsive repairs and maintenance planning.

Preventative Door Maintenance Programmes: Preventative maintenance helps reduce operational failures, extend component lifespan and improve safety.

Maintenance programmes may include: Door alignment checks, Closer testing, Hardware inspection, Lubrication, Lock assessment, Fire door maintenance checks, Reducing Downtime and Avoiding Costly Failures: Minor issues identified early are often far less expensive to resolve than complete system failures. Regular maintenance also helps businesses avoid disruption caused by emergency breakdowns.

Door Safety Checks and Performance Assessments: Safety assessments help identify issues affecting compliance, safe operation and long-term reliability. This is particularly important in commercial premises, HMOs and communal residential buildings.

Repair or Replace? Professional Advice Based on Safety, Condition and Cost

One of the most common concerns property owners have is whether a damaged door can realistically be repaired. In many situations, repairs are entirely practical and cost-effective. However, where structural integrity, fire performance or security has been severely compromised, replacement may sometimes be the safer long-term option.

Why Property Owners Across London Choose Liviosiv

Property owners want reliable repairs carried out professionally, safely and with clear communication.Our team focuses on practical workmanship, responsive support and compliance awareness throughout every stage of the process.

Experienced Engineers and Practical Repair Expertise
Residential, Commercial and Landlord Support
Focus on Safety, Security and Compliance
Clear Communication and Transparent Quotations
Responsive Appointments Across London
Quality Repairs Using Suitable Parts and Hardware

Property Types We Support Across London

Different property types create different operational and compliance requirements.Our repair services are adapted to suit the needs of each environment.

Residential Homes and Flats
HMOs and Converted Properties
Apartment Blocks and Shared Buildings
Offices, Shops and Commercial Premises
Schools, Healthcare and Public Buildings

Our Door Repair Process From Initial Assessment to Final Safety Checks

Initial Enquiry and Problem Assessment

Site Inspection and Fault Diagnosis

Identifying Structural, Security and Compliance Issues

Clear Quotations Before Work Begins

Professional Repair and Adjustment Works

Final Operational and Safety Testing

Reporting and Documentation Where Required

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How Much Do Door Repairs Cost in London?

The cost of fixing a door depends on the type of door, the problem, the parts required and the complexity of the job. Simple adjustments may be simple, whilst larger structural or fire door remedial works may be more extensive repairs.

Can You Repair a Door Instead of Replacing It?

Often, yes.Problems with alignment, hardware failures, damaged closers and frame movement can often be repaired successfully. Alignment issues, hardware failures, bent closers and frame movement can often be successfully repaired.

Do You Repair Fire Doors and Communal Entrance Doors?

Yes. We repair fire doors, communal entrance doors and shared access systems throughout London. We fix communal entrance doors, fire doors and shared access systems across London.

Can You Repair Doors That Have Failed a Fire Door Inspection?

Many failed inspections involve repairable items such as gaps, seals, closers or alignment faults.

Do You Provide Emergency Door Repairs?

Yes. We can help you with any problems with insecure, damaged or unsafe doors.

Can You Repair Door Frames and Door Closers?

Yes. We repair and replace many different types of door hardware and frame parts. We replace and repair many different pieces of door hardware and frame parts.