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Have you noticed your door not closing as it used to? Maybe it sticks, won’t latch, or needs a hard push. This problem is common for homeowners across DC, especially after winter. The truth is, cold weather, moisture, and shifting materials can all affect how your door and lock work together. Why Your Door Is Not Closing Smoothly After Winter Wood doors expand and contract with temperature changes. Metal parts can stiffen or collect debris. Even your home’s foundation can shift slightly during colder months. All of this leads to one frustrating issue: your door not closing properly when you need it most. The good news? Most of these issues are easy to fix with the right approach. Before you consider replacing anything, let us go through what is actually causing the problem and what you can do about it. Understanding the cause of why the door is not closing makes everything easier. Once you know what is going wrong, you can take simple steps to fix it and prevent bigger repairs later. Common Reasons Your Door Is Not Closing Before jumping into solutions, it helps to identify the root cause. Just like you, many homeowners we serve in the DMV also deal with the same few problems every spring. Misaligned Door Frame Winter moisture can cause your door frame to shift slightly. Even a small change can prevent the latch from lining up properly. Swollen or Warped Door Meanwhile, humidity can make wooden doors expand. This sudden shift in […] read more