Cabinet hardware usually gives warning before complete failure. Early adjustment can protect door edges, screw holes and drawer boxes.
Doors no longer align
Uneven gaps, rubbing edges and doors that will not stay closed can indicate hinge adjustment, loose plates or movement in the cabinet. Repeated adjustment without finding the cause may enlarge damaged screw holes.
Drawers feel rough or drop
Grinding, uneven travel, sagging and failure to close can mean debris, loose fixings, overload or damaged runners. Stop forcing the drawer if it is contacting adjacent fronts.
Soft-close stops working
Soft-close mechanisms wear or become contaminated. Replacement hardware must match cabinet dimensions, door weight and mounting pattern.
Moisture changes the repair
Swollen board around a sink or dishwasher may no longer hold screws securely. Hardware replacement alone will not solve an active moisture source or degraded cabinet material.
Practical checklist
- Empty heavy drawers before inspection.
- Photograph hinge markings.
- Do not overtighten particleboard.
- Address moisture first.
The practical takeaway
Nova can adjust, repair or replace common cabinet hardware and advise when the cabinet itself needs modification or replacement.
Would you rather hand it over?
Send us the task list, property address and preferred timing. We will confirm a practical next step.