Service Highlights
- Hardware Assessment for Labelled Door Assemblies
- Commercial Fire Door Closer Adjustments
- Panic Bar & Exit Device Servicing
- Positive Latching Verification
- Heavy-Duty Fire Rated Hinge Replacements
- Preventative Maintenance for Annual Inspections
Fire Doors Need Correct Hardware
Fire-rated doors are a critical component of a building’s life safety system. They are designed to compartmentalize smoke and fire, giving occupants time to evacuate. However, a fire door is only effective if it closes and latches completely on its own.
iProtect Locksmith assesses locks, latches, closers, hinges, and exit devices on commercial and multi-tenant residential openings. The approved scope depends on the assembly label, condition, and applicable inspection requirements.
Fire Door Hardware Services
- Door Closers: Assessing or adjusting hydraulic closers for closing and latching behaviour, with accessibility and inspection requirements confirmed for the property.
- Positive Latching: Realigning strike plates, deadlatches, and mortise locks so the door can close and latch without manual assistance.
- Hinges and Pivots: Replacing worn standard hinges with heavy-duty ball-bearing hinges that can support the extreme weight of solid core and steel fire doors.
- Exit Devices: Assessing and servicing panic bars and crash bars while preserving required egress and referring approval questions to the appropriate authority.
Careful Scope and Compliance
Fire-door assemblies are regulated by building codes and product listings. Replacement hardware must be compatible with the labelled assembly and approved scope. We explain what appears to fit a locksmith hardware scope and when damage to the slab, frame, label, or opening should be reviewed by the authority having jurisdiction or another qualified specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did my commercial door fail its fire inspection?
Fire doors usually fail inspections because they do not self-close completely or do not positively latch without assistance. This is typically caused by a failing hydraulic door closer, sagging hinges, or a misaligned strike plate.
Can you prop a fire door open with a wedge?
No, propping open a fire-rated door is a major fire code violation. If the door needs to remain open for traffic, it must be equipped with an electronic hold-open device tied directly to the building's fire alarm system.
Do you install new panic bars on fire-rated doors?
We can assess compatible labelled exit devices for the opening and approved scope. The building representative should confirm code, listing, permit, and inspection requirements with the authority having jurisdiction or another qualified professional.