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Commercial Door Closer Service
Commercial doors that have issues with slamming, drifting, closing too slowly, not closing all the way, or not returning to the frame may have issues with the closer, alignment, latch, strike, or related hardware. Lock & Key Pros offers commercial door closer services for supported storefront, office, and business door applications.
The closer must be evaluated as part of the complete door system. Just because a door does not latch does not mean it is a lock issue. A weak closer may be affected by door alignment, hinges, frame condition, latch and the overall hardware.
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Common Door Closer Problems
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Door Slams Shut
The closing motion may be too rapid, or the closer may have lost control of the door.
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Door Closes Too Slowly
The door may not return reliably and quickly.
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Door Does Not Engage the Latch
The door may close almost completely, but the closer may not pull it through the final part of the closing cycle. There may also be problems with the alignment of the latch and strike.
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Door Will Not Stay Closed
The cause can be the closer, the latch, the strike, the lock, or the alignment. Other issues can involve door components.
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Closer Is Damaged or Leaking
Leaking fluid or visibly damaged hardware indicates that the unit should be evaluated for possible repair or replacement.
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Difficulty Opening the Door
There can be excessive resistance created by the hardware selection, hinges, closer, or alignment.
Door Closer Repair vs. Replacement
In some cases, issues with closers can be resolved by supported adjustment or repair with the hardware still in working condition. It is necessary to replace the closer if the unit is damaged, leaking, worn beyond serviceable limits, unsuitable, or cannot be restored to working condition.
| What the assessment shows | Best next step |
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| The closer is serviceable and the problem is within the supported adjustment range | Assess and adjust the closer |
| There is a part failure or mounting issue and the unit can be restored to working condition | Service the closer |
| The closer has failed, is leaking, damaged, unsuitable, or beyond repair | Replace the closer |
| The door closes but does not latch consistently | Check the latch, strike and hinge alignment before treating it as a closer-only problem |
| New commercial door hardware is being installed alongside the closer | Commercial Lock Installation |
What Does a Commercial Door Closer Do?
A commercial door closer controls how a door returns to the frame after being opened. Based on the hardware and application, the closer may also control the closing of a door and allow the latch or other door hardware to engage.
If the closer, door, frame, hinges, latch or strike do not work together, the door may slam, fail to latch, or require excessive force to use.
Storefront Door Closer Service
Storefront doors experience a high level of use and closing issues can affect operation of the storefront and the ability to engage the lock or latch. If the door does not return far enough for the latch or lock to align, the closer and storefront hardware should be checked.
Door Closers & Panic / Exit Devices
A commercial door can have a closer and panic or exit hardware. If the door releases properly, but does not return and latch, review the closer and the alignment. If the push bar or exit device does not release or latch correctly, use the Panic Bars & Exit Devices service path.
Door Closers & Commercial Locks
Even if the lock is in good working order, it will not secure the door if the closer does not return the door to the latch position. Commercial Lock Repair addresses issues with cylinders, locks, latches, and other locking hardware when the lock itself is malfunctioning.
Door Closers & Access Control
Access-controlled doors rely on door movement. If the door does not close or latch effectively, an electronically locked door can be left open even when the reader is working correctly.
How it works
Our Process for Door Closer Service
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Identify the Closing Problem
Identify whether it is fast closing, slow closing, no closing, not latching, heavy operation, or a damaged closer.
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Inspection of the Door
The technician inspects the closer, the arm, mounting, operation of the door, hinges, latch, strike, alignment, and supported hardware.
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Adjustment, Repair or Replacement
The course of action will depend on the condition of the closer and the actual cause of the problem.
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Work Performed
The approved adjustment, repair, mounting or replacement work is carried out.
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Testing of Opening, Closing, and Latching
The door is tested to ensure closing and latching occur consistently after multiple cycles.
How Long Does It Take To Replace A Door Closer?
Service time is dependent on the closer, door, mounting, and whether the solution is an adjustment, repair, or replacement.
A serviceable closer is a completely different job from a commercial opening where the closer, latch, storefront lock, exit device, and frame all interact.
How Much Should I Expect to Pay for a Door Closer?
Door closer pricing depends on the hardware, door type, problem, mounting, whether the work is repair or replacement, and the involvement of other related door components.
Pricing is affected by the closer type and condition, the commercial door and frame type, the scope of adjustment, repair or replacement, mounting or arm problems, latch, strike, alignment or hinge problems, storefront lock, exit device, and frame problems, and the number of doors affected.
Price is determined by how the door operates and visible damage, if any, to the closer. Lock & Key Pros provides free estimates and can scope the supported door-hardware work.
Door Closer Service Areas
Supported commercial door closer service is available in these areas.
Why Lock & Key Pros is the Right Choice for Door Closer Services
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Assessment of the Complete Door System
The review of the door system includes the closer, latch, strike, alignment, and other commercial hardware.
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Repair or Replacement Evaluation
The service route is based on the functionality of the existing closer.
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Associated Problems
Problems associated with the closer may be related to storefront locks, panic and exit devices, commercial lock repair or access control systems.
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Free Estimates
Call or complete our estimate form for your commercial door needs.
Door Closers FAQs
What causes my commercial door to slam shut?
The closer may not have control of the closing motion, or there may be a door condition that is affecting the operation. The closer and door should be assessed together.
Can a commercial door closer be repaired?
Some supported closer problems may be adjustable or repairable if the hardware is in working order. Failed or leaking hardware may need to be replaced.
Why will my storefront door not latch?
There may be numerous causes including the closer, latch, strike, alignment, lock, hinges, and other door hardware.
Can I replace a door closer?
If the door closer is leaking, damaged, inappropriate, or beyond economic repair, then service or replacement may become necessary.
Can door closers impact access control?
Yes. If the door does not close and latch, a functioning access control system could appear to be malfunctioning.
How much would servicing a door closer cost?
Contact us for pricing. Pricing depends on the door, closer, and the extent of work required.
Do you service door closers in Tarzana?
Yes. This service area includes Tarzana. Details about our door-closer service are available on this page, and local information is available on the Tarzana page.
Commercial Door Not Closing or Latching?
If the door closes too fast, is too difficult to close, does not close completely, closes slowly, or has visible closer damage, contact Lock & Key Pros to set up an assessment for closer service or repair, or for storefront lock and exit hardware work.