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Why does my door squeak every time it opens?

What’s likely going on

Simple friction — the hinge pin has lost its lubrication over years of use, and metal is grinding against metal every time the door moves.

Is this a DIY job or worth calling someone?

This is about as safe and simple a fix as exists in a home — a few drops of oil on the hinge pin usually solves it immediately. Worth trying yourself before considering anything else.

Not sure, or ready to have someone take care of it?