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Sounds like you're an easy target for a hiked up cost
Check https://www.mybuilder.com/ (or similar sites) for someone local with good reviews
Also, might be worth reconsidering that chip board construction if you own the flat
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I thought it was high, the quote is to replace the doorframe and remove the old one. The door itself is fine and imo just the chipboard section where the locking side of the door should be cut out and then some oak frame spliced in.
The joiner knows it's going to be on insurance so a think stuck a big premium on it!
I just went online and an exterior oak frame is about £180
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Someone kicked in my girlfriend's flat door. Locksmith said they cant do it and after having spoken to a joiner we've been quoted £250 for a new frame/materials and £250 for labour.
Does this seem legit as thought the materials seemed high. He did say they might be able to splice the wood into the side where the locks went, the door and rest of the frame is fine as it is just where the frame is made of chipboard popped.
This is Brixton Hill for reference on location