The Most Common Repairs Required for Pedestrian Doors

Pedestrian doors require regular maintenance and repairs to operate safely. Since these doors tend to be key access points, they need to be kept in proper working order. Otherwise, your entire facility could be at risk of break-ins, damage caused by bad weather, and pests finding their way inside. Here’s an overview of some repairs that can be performed by a professional.

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Common Problems

Whether you have a hollow metal door or an automatic glass door, here are a couple of common repairs that can easily be completed by a trained professional.

  • The hardware is loose. It’s common for the hardware on pedestrian doors to degrade over time. Fortunately, this is often an easy fix. In many cases, simply tightening a few screws and readjusting the hardware will do the trick. Other times, however, it may be better to upgrade the door hardware to keep your business safe and secure.

  • The weatherstrip is damaged. The weatherstrip on your pedestrian door helps keep debris, critters, and the elements out of your facility. Therefore, if you notice moisture, light, or air coming from underneath your door, you should call a professional. A technician can assess the issue and repair or replace any torn, ripped, or damaged weatherstrip.

Catching these issues early can potentially save you time and money.


Steel Door Repairs

A major benefit of steel man doors is that they can be welded, ground, and patched. Here are three types of damage that can be repaired.

  • The door is dented. If your pedestrian door has surface dents that haven’t penetrated the outer layer, it’s possible to have them repaired. In most cases, this can be done by filling in the dent, sanding down the area, and then repainting so that it looks new again.

  • The hinges are worn. Over time, the hinges on your pedestrian door can begin to wear out and sag, causing it to become jammed or hang ajar. Fortunately, the hinges can easily be repaired by a professional in about an hour.

  • The door has holes. If your steel pedestrian door has small holes, it’s possible to patch them without replacing the entire unit. However, you should hire a professional to do this as specific procedures must be followed to ensure its fire rating isn’t compromised.

Accessories such as kick plates, stretcher plates, and armour plates can help extend the lifespan of your pedestrian door by protecting it from wear and tear.

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Glass Door Repairs

After years of use, glass pedestrian doors may require minor repairs. Here’s an overview of three simple repairs that can easily be completed by a professional.

  • The tracks are bent. If the tracks on a glass pedestrian door are bent inward, they’ll pinch the roller and stop the door from moving. If the tracks are bent outward, you may accidentally pull the door right off the track. If this happens, a professional can bend or hammer the tracks back into place to prevent further damage.

  • The rollers are out of alignment. If the rollers on your sliding glass door are out of alignment, the whole door could jump off the track. To repair this problem, an expert can come and adjust the bottom screws holding the roller wheels in place. The wheels and bottom guides on sliding glass doors should be replaced every five years.

  • The glass is broken. Accidents happen, and it’s possible for the glass inside your pedestrian door to break. Fortunately, this doesn’t mean you have to replace the entire unit. A professional can install a new pane of glass by removing the broken shards and replacing the trim.

You can count on the professional door repair experts at Creative Door ServicesTM to fix your pedestrian door, make it look brand new, and improve its security rating.

Automatic Door Repairs

Automatic doors provide unmatched convenience. However, over time, minor repairs may need to be completed. Here’s a look at two common issues.

  • The sensors are acting up. If your automatic door keeps opening and closing at strange intervals, you likely need to have the sensors recalibrated or replaced by a professional. This is a common issue that can usually be resolved within a few hours.

  • The door is noisy. As soon as you hear loud squeaking, grinding, or rubbing sounds, it’s best to have a professional come and inspect the issue. Automatic doors have a lot of unseen moving parts including belts, wheels, guides, detents, break outs, motors, and more. In most cases, simply repairing or replacing one or more of these components will enough to solve the problem.

The technicians at Creative Door ServicesTM are familiar with repairing all types of pedestrian doors.

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Prevent Costly Repairs with Planned Maintenance

If you want to ensure your pedestrian doors continue to work properly, the team at Creative Door ServicesTM can help. We offer a planned maintenance program for pedestrian doors to increase the safety and security of your business. Once you sign up, one of our trained technicians will regularly visit your facility to thoroughly test every component of your door to ensure its continued reliable performance.

Contact Creative Door ServicesTM for Pedestrian Door Repairs

If your facility has a hollow metal man door or an automatic pedestrian door that requires repairs, the team at Creative Door ServicesTM can help. We’ve got over 50 years of experience and are happy to help you with your pedestrian doors.

If you have any questions about our products and services, contact one of our eight branches. We have locations in Kelowna, British Columbia; Vancouver, British Columbia; Calgary, Alberta; Edmonton, Alberta; Fort McMurray, Alberta; Regina, Saskatchewan; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; and Winnipeg, Manitoba.


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