Find experts in door stripping near me

Looking to strip old paint or varnish off your doors? Here, we’ll answer all your questions about door stripping near you – from who to hire, to what you can typically expect to pay.

It’s quick and easy to find the best door stripping companies near you on Checkatrade.

What to expect from a local door stripping service

Hiring a local door stripping service comes with lots of benefits. But what can you expect from your chosen professional?

Every company will work slightly differently, so it’s always good to check exactly what you can expect.

However, when you hire a local door stripping service on Checkatrade, here’s what you can usually look forward to.

1. No obligation quotes

We always recommend getting at least three quotes from door stripping companies in your area.

Use our ‘request a quote’ feature or search your postcode to find reputable companies near you.

Our members will be happy to come to your property to scope out your project and offer you a no-obligation quote, so you can make your choice with confidence.

2. Helpful advice

Tradespeople listed with Checkatrade should never give you a quote for work that they wouldn’t recommend carrying out.

Rather, when they visit your property, they’ll use the opportunity to find out more about your door stripping project and make recommendations.

For instance, they may recommend hand stripping rather than dipping – in which case, they’ll explain why and make sure you’re both on the same page.

3. Adherence to the Checkatrade Standard

All our tradespeople have to pass up to 12 checks and commit to upholding the Checkatrade Standard.

As part of this, members agree to six quality commitments:

• Deliver a high quality of workmanship

• Maintain high standards of personal conduct

• Work safely, ethically, and within their skill set

• Communicate clearly and honestly

• Agree costs and contract terms upfront

• Encourage and welcome customer reviews

We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.

4. Quality workmanship

When you hire a professional through Checkatrade, you can confidently expect quality workmanship.

Our trades should never agree to work that they don’t have the skills to carry out to a professional standard.

Rather, when you hire a local door stripping service, you’ll know they have the skills, knowledge, tools and experience required to carry out the job to the highest standards.

5. The Checkatrade guarantee

We’re so confident in the quality of the trades on Checkatrade that if you book through us, we guarantee their work (up to £1,000 for 12 months – Eligibility and T&Cs apply).

Every Checkatrade job is backed by our £1,000 guarantee

Up to £1000. Eligibility criteria and T&C’s apply.

Why hire a professional door stripping service in your area?

Whether you opt for door dipping or hand stripping, hiring a local door stripping service comes with tons of benefits.

Here are just a few.

Save time

A professional will have the tools, knowledge and experience needed to complete your job quickly and efficiently.

In this way, you’ll be able to get your doors stripped in no time.

Quality work

When you hire a local expert, you can be confident that they have the skills and experience necessary to carry out the work to a professional standard.

While dipping may leave some stubborn areas of paint – or leave a furry finish that needs to be sanded – many companies will be happy to provide additional sanding services at an extra cost.

Safety

If your doors are covered in lead-based paint, it’s important to take appropriate precautions to avoid lead poisoning.

A professional will know how to strip your doors safely, without putting themselves or your household at risk.

Advice

As well as stripping your doors, an expert will be able to use their wealth of knowledge to offer you advice and tips.

For instance, they’ll be able to recommend the best door stripping method for your needs, identify what kind of paint is on your doors and even give you finishing tips.

Every Checkatrade job is backed by our £1,000 guarantee

Up to £1000. Eligibility criteria and T&C’s apply.

How does getting your doors stripped locally work?

So, how does the process of getting your doors stripped by a local company actually work?

1. Enter your postcode to browse companies near you

Enter your postcode into the box below to browse reputable door stripping specialists in your area.

Don’t have time? Just use our request a quote feature instead and we’ll send details of your job out to three of our top door stripping companies on your behalf.

2. Get in touch

Reach out to local companies you like the look of, and ask them for a quote. They’ll take your details and arrange to visit your property to scope out the work.

3. Compare quotes

Once you receive quotes from the door stripping specialists you contacted, it’s time to compare.

Make sure you’re comparing quotes like-for-like (rather than comparing quotes for dipping with quotes for hand stripping, for instance).

4. Choose your favourite door stripping specialist

Pick out your preferred local door stripping specialist and let them know you’d like to go ahead with the work.

They might ask to take a deposit, or they may be happy to take the whole payment after the job is complete. Either way, they should never ask for the full payment upfront.

5. Book the job!

Finally, all that remains is to find a suitable date and book the work in.

If you’ve agreed to have your doors dipped, your specialist will usually be happy to collect your doors for an extra fee, to save you from transporting them yourself. However, they may ask you to remove the hardware first.

Alternatively, if you’ve opted for hand stripping, your specialist will usually carry out the job at your home.

Either way, your doors will soon be lovely and paint-free!

How to find and hire a good tradesperson

Hiring a tradesperson isn’t just about finding someone available — it’s about choosing someone with the right skills, experience, and approach for your job. Discover what to look for and the questions to ask to help ensure you hire right, first time.

Learn more

Your questions answered about door stripping near you

Do I need to strip paint off the door before repainting?

Ideally, yes. Although you can paint over existing paint (providing you prepare it properly), you’ll get the most consistent and long-lasting results by stripping your door first.

What is the best way to remove paint from interior doors?

Dipping tends to be the quickest and most cost-effective way to remove paint from interior doors, but it isn’t suitable for all woods – or for very delicate period doors.

Rather, there are several ways to remove paint from interior doors, and the best for you will depend on lots of different factors.

The main methods used by professionals are:

• Dipping: doors are submerged in a chemical or caustic-based solution and then power washed

• Hand stripping: paint is removed from doors manually, using tools like scrapers and stripping products

• Heat: a heat gun is used to lift the paint before scraping it away

Can doors be dipped to remove paint?

Yes! Dipping is a quick and cost-effective way to remove paint from doors.

This method involves submerging your doors in a chemical or caustic-based solution, then power washing and drying them.

Most door dipping companies will also be able to collect and deliver your doors for a small extra fee.

Here are some things to bear in mind:

• Some woods will come out a different shade to how they would have looked originally (such as oak, beech and walnut)

• Dipping won’t remove water-based paint

• Dipping won’t usually be suitable for doors with plywood or veneer panels

• Doors with glazed panels could get damaged

• Very delicate period doors could get damaged

Hand stripping is usually the recommended option for doors that aren’t suitable for dipping.

Just bear in mind that door dipping isn’t suitable for all scenarios.

Can you strip doors yourself?

It is possible to strip doors yourself, as long as you’re not dealing with lead-based paint.

The easiest method is usually to apply a paint stripper following the manufacturer’s directions. Then, remove the paint using a scraper or putty knife.

You may need to re-treat stubborn areas several times before scrubbing away any leftover paint with an abrasive pad or brush.

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to remove paint from wood.

How much does it cost to get a door dipped and stripped in your area?

Door dipping prices can vary based on lots of different factors, including your region.

However, local door stripping prices typically range from £25 to £20 per door.

We go into more detail in our guide to the cost of painting a door.

How do I find reputable specialists for door stripping near me?

So, you’ve decided to go ahead with door stripping. Great news!

But you’re probably wondering how to pick the right specialist for the job. Here are our top tips.

Read reviews

Always check to see what other homeowners have to say about any companies offering door stripping in your area.

That way, you can make sure to choose someone that others rate.

Get multiple quotes

It’s best to get at least three quotes for door stripping near you.

This will allow you to get a feel for a range of different professionals. Plus, you’ll be able to check that you’re getting a fair and competitive price for the work.

Ask about insurance

Check that the contractors you’re considering have the right insurance in place. This will give you confidence that you’re protected in case things go wrong.

You’ll be pleased to hear that all our tradespeople must have up-to-date public liability insurance to get listed on the Checkatrade directory.

Get recommendations

Know a friend or family member who’s recently used a local door stripping service? Why not ask if they would recommend the company they used?

Make sure to cross-reference any recommendations on Checkatrade, so you know they’ve also been checked and vetted by us.

Use Checkatrade!

At Checkatrade, all our tradespeople have to pass up to 12 checks and are regularly reviewed on everything from punctuality to professionalism. So, you can be sure that the door stripping companies in your area are the real deal.

On Checkatrade, you'll only find trades who meet our high standards and pass up to 12 checks.