How much does door installation & repair cost in Ireland?
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Key takeaways
- Most door installation & repair jobs in Ireland land between €110–€3,500 — known locally as door hanging and installation.
- External replacement doors fall under Building Regulations thermal requirements, and apartment entrance doors typically must remain certified fire doors under fire-safety rules — management companies enforce specs. Internal door work is unregulated.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Door Installation & Repair prices by job size in Ireland
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior door hang Hang one internal door with furniture fitted | €110 | €180 | €300 |
| External door replacement Fit a composite or uPVC entrance door-set | €800 | €1,500 | €2,600 |
| French/patio door set Replace a rear French or sliding door set | €1,200 | €2,000 | €3,500 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per door hung (internal, labour) | €80 | €120 | €200 |
| per day | €220 | €300 | €400 |
What affects the price
- Job size and scope — bigger or more complex jobs move you up the ranges above.
- Access and condition — hard-to-reach areas, older properties or neglected maintenance add labour time.
- Materials and quality level — where materials are involved, the grade you choose often matters more than labour.
- Urgency — same-day or out-of-hours work usually carries a premium.
- Where you live — large metros in Ireland typically run above the national range; smaller towns below it.
How to save
- Get at least three quotes and compare like-for-like scopes, not just totals.
- Be flexible on timing — off-peak slots are often cheaper.
- Bundle related tasks into one visit to spread call-out costs.
- Agree the scope in writing up front to avoid change-order surprises.
How to hire a door installation & repair pro in Ireland
- Hire a carpenter with door-hanging photos; internal doors are unregulated work
- External door-sets should meet Building Regulations Part L thermal standards
- In apartments, entrance doors are usually required fire doors — check management company specs before replacing
- Ask for multipoint locking or insurance-recognized locks on external doors
- Get public liability insurance proof and a written quote
- Confirm disposal and draught sealing included
Red flags
- Replacing an apartment fire door with a standard door
- External door with no thermal spec
- Verbal-only pricing
- No insurance
- Margins and sealing excluded from the price
How Handld researches prices
These are researched estimates, not quotes and not our transaction data. We compile ranges from published sources — national statistics, trade bodies and incumbent cost guides — normalise them to EUR, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: Onlinetradesmen.ie carpentry estimates; Irish door supplier quotes.
Frequently asked questions
Why won't my door close or latch properly?
Houses move and hinges wear: the classic faults are a sagging hinge, a swollen door in humid seasons, or a latch misaligned with its strike plate. All are quick fixes for a carpenter. A door that suddenly sticks along with wall cracks can signal settlement worth a builder's look.
How long does it take to fit a door?
An interior door in a good frame takes 1-2 hours for a pro; a slab needing hinge and lock cuts takes 2-4. Exterior door-sets take half a day to a day including sealing and hardware. Multi-panel sliding or bifold sets are usually a full day with two people.
Are fire doors required in homes?
In many countries, yes in specific spots — typically between an attached garage and the house, and in multi-storey or rental configurations. Fire doors must be fitted with the right frame, seals, closers and gaps to actually work, so use an installer who knows the local requirement rather than treating it as just another door.
What should an exterior door quote include?
The door-set spec (material, glazing, security rating), removal and disposal of the old door, fitting and sealing, threshold work, all hardware including the lock cylinder, and making good of trims both sides. Cheap quotes commonly exclude hardware and making-good — ask.
Can I replace just the door without changing the frame?
Yes, if the frame is sound, square and the right size — that's a slab replacement and it's the cheapest path. If the frame is rotten, racked, or you want better security and sealing, replacing the whole door-set costs more but fixes the real problem.
What adds security to an external door?
A solid-core or engineered door, a quality deadlock or multipoint lock, reinforced strike plates with long screws into the stud, and hinge-side protection. Ask for locks meeting your country's recognized security standard — insurers often specify them and it's the cheapest discount you'll ever earn.
How much does door installation cost?
Hanging an interior door in an existing frame is a half-day carpentry job at the low end. Exterior doors cost several times more: the slab or door-set is pricier, and fitting involves weather sealing, security hardware and often frame work. Sliding, French and bifold sets are priced per opening and sit at the top.
What does it cost to hang a door in Ireland?
Hanging an internal door typically runs €90-160 labour with discounts for several at once. Composite front doors land €1,200-2,500 fitted; uPVC back doors €700-1,300.
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