What does internal door fitting cost in Ireland?
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The phrase 'fit an internal door' does not say whether the door is supplied, whether the frame is square, or whether hinges, latch, handles, stops and finishing are included. Those omissions explain why two per-door quotes can look far apart.
Two current Irish trade guides put labour for one straightforward internal door at roughly €100–€200. One publishes €100–€180 including hanging and fitting furniture; another gives €100–€200 labour-only for a pre-finished door in a square frame and €250–€600 labour-only for fitting several doors in one visit. These are planning ranges, not guaranteed rates.[1][2]
This guide separates labour from the door and hardware, explains when an old frame increases the work, and flags why a fire door must be treated as a tested safety assembly rather than ordinary joinery.
Published Irish internal-door labour references checked October 2026
| Job | Indicative labour |
|---|---|
| Hang one standard internal doorLocally Irish guide including basic adjustments, hinges and latch fitting; materials may be separate. | €100–€180[1] |
| One pre-finished door in a square frameShamFix labour-only project translation. | €100–€200[2] |
| Fit several internal doors in one visitShamFix labour-only range; its example assumes efficient sequencing and varies with frames and hardware. | €250–€600[2] |
| Published carpenter day-rate referenceShamFix 2026 reference; a fixed job quote is easier to compare for defined door work. | €250–€300 per day[2] |
Prices are typical 2026 estimates and vary by job, condition and location.
Define exactly what is being fitted
A slab door fitted into an existing lining is different from a complete doorset with a new frame. Measure each opening, photograph both sides and list the door type. The carpenter still needs to verify dimensions on site before products are ordered, especially in older homes where openings may vary.
- Door leaf only, or door plus lining, architrave, stops and threshold.
- Hollow-core, solid-core, glazed, hardwood or certified fire door.
- New hinges, latch, lock, handles, privacy set and door stop.
- Trimming for finished floor height and easing an uneven existing frame.
- Priming, painting, staining, sealing cut edges and removing old doors.
The published ranges above are labour references. Door leaves, premium handles, locks, glazing, paint and replacement frames can be additional. Ask for a schedule showing the product and work at every opening rather than one unexplained total.[1][2]
Why multiple doors can cost less per door
A carpenter can measure, set up tools and complete repeated operations more efficiently when several similar doors are ready in one visit. ShamFix's €250–€600 labour range for several doors illustrates that effect. Mixed sizes, out-of-square frames, different locks or unfinished products reduce that efficiency.[2]
Do not buy all doors from nominal measurements alone. Confirm the carpenter's preferred ordering sequence, the maximum amount that can be trimmed from each product and whether the warranty permits alteration. Pre-finished and engineered doors often have stricter trimming limits than a traditional solid timber door.
Do not casually replace a fire door
A door protecting an escape route, an apartment entrance or a garage connection may have a fire-safety function. The Department of Housing's dwelling guidance treats fire doors as part of the fire-safety provisions for homes. Leaf, frame, seals, hinges, closer and installation can all matter, so do not substitute an ordinary internal door or remove safety hardware without competent advice.[3]
Tell the contractor if the existing door has a closer, intumescent strips, smoke seals, certification marks or unusual thickness. Request the proposed fire rating and installation evidence where a fire-resisting assembly is required.
An internal-door quote request you can adapt
'Please measure and quote to [supply and fit/fit homeowner-supplied] internal doors at a [house/apartment] in [county]. There are [number] openings, with [existing/new] frames. Please identify each door, confirm whether any is fire-rated, and include hinges, latches, handles, locks, stops, trimming, easing frames, finishing, old-door removal, VAT and warranty. State separately any new linings, architraves, plaster repairs, painting or floor adjustments. Photos of every opening are attached.'
The CCPC recommends written quotes from multiple contractors and clear written details of price, timing and scope before paying a deposit. For supplied products, record who is responsible for measuring errors, transit damage and warranty claims.[4]
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to hang one internal door in Ireland?+
Current Irish trade guides publish roughly €100–€200 labour for one straightforward internal door. Confirm whether the door, hinges, latch, handles, frame adjustments, finishing and VAT are included.[1][2]
Is it cheaper to fit several doors together?+
It can be. One 2026 guide estimates €250–€600 labour to fit several internal doors in one visit because setup and repeated work can be combined. Different sizes, frames and hardware can raise the price.[2]
Does door-fitting labour include the handles and latch?+
Some fitting scopes include installing standard furniture, but the hardware itself may be extra. Ask the quote to separate supplied products from fitting labour.[1]
Can I replace a fire door with a normal internal door?+
No. If the door has a fire-safety function, its certified leaf, frame, seals, hinges and closer may form one assembly. Have the requirement checked and use a competent installer.[3]
Sources and editorial notes
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