Hinge Replacement in Toronto and GTA
Stop Your Door From Dragging and Squeaking
Hinges are the muscles of your door. When they wear out, the door sags, rubs against the frame, and fails to lock properly. Squeaky, rusted, or bent hinges are a nuisance and a security risk. Installix provides professional hinge replacement services for heavy commercial doors and residential entryways. We upgrade your standard hinges to ball-bearing heavy-duty models that carry the weight effortlessly for years.
Signs of Hinge Failure
Door Sag (Rubbing)
If the top of your door has a large gap and the bottom rubs on the threshold, the top hinge is stretched or the screws have pulled out.
Metal Dust
See black or grey dust around the hinge knuckles? That's metal-on-metal grinding. The internal pin is worn out, and the hinge needs immediate replacement before it snaps.
Security Risk (Outswing Doors)
If your door swings out, the hinge pins are exposed. Burglars can pop the pins and remove the door. We install NRP (Non-Removable Pin) hinges to prevent this.
The Solution: Ball-Bearing Upgrades
Standard builder-grade hinges use friction. We upgrade you to Ball-Bearing Hinges. These have steel ball bearings between the knuckles, allowing even heavy solid-core or steel doors to swing silently and smoothly with zero wear.
Why Choose Installix?
- Screw Reinforcement: We replace short factory screws with 3-inch hardened screws that penetrate the structural stud, permanently fixing sagging doors.
- Finish Matching: We stock hinges in Matte Black, Satin Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze, and Stainless Steel to match your locks.
- Commercial Continuous Hinges: For doors with completely rotted frames, we install "Roton" continuous geared hinges that run the full height of the door.
Technical Specifications
| Hinge Type | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Standard Weight (Plain Bearing) | Light interior residential doors. |
| Heavy Duty (Ball Bearing) | Entry doors, solid wood doors, commercial doors. Mandatory for doors with closers. |
| Continuous (Piano/Roton) | Extreme traffic or damaged frames. Distributes weight over 83 inches. |
Our Process: Lift and Swap
Step 1: Support
We use air wedges or jacks to support the door weight so we can remove the hinges without taking the door down (in most cases).
Step 2: Screw Hole Repair
If the old screw holes are stripped, we drill them out and insert hardwood plugs or use specialized anchor plates to give the new screws fresh wood to bite into.
Step 3: Install & Align
We install the new hinges and adjust the door to ensure even reveals (gaps) on all sides. The door should stay where you put it (not swing open/closed on its own).
Pricing Factors
- Hinge Grade: Stainless steel ball-bearing hinges cost more than painted steel.
- Quantity: Most doors have 3 hinges; tall doors have 4. We recommend replacing all hinges at once for alignment.
- Frame Repair: If the frame is split, additional carpentry time is needed.
Our Service Promise
No more squeaks. No more dragging. Just a solid, silent swing.
Fix your sagging door.
Contact Installix for a hinge replacement quote.
Why Choose Installix?
Cost Effective
We only replace the glass unit, keeping your existing frames intact.
Premium Quality
We use high-grade thermal glass designed for the Canadian climate.
No Mess
Our technicians work cleanly and dispose of the old glass safely.
Our Process
1. Estimate
Send us photos and rough dimensions for a quick price range.
2. Measurement
Our technician visits to take manufacturing-grade measurements.
3. Installation
We return to install the new glass, typically within 30-60 minutes per window.
Common Questions about Hinge Replacement
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