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Automatic Door Maintenance: Ensuring Longevity and Optimal Performance

Your commercial doors are designed to last for many years. As a building manager you want to increase the lifespan of your investment and avoid major commercial door repair and costly replacements. Regular preventative maintenance will keep your employees and visitors safe and ensures that your automatic doors work efficiently. 

Automatic door maintenance is not just about ensuring operational efficiency; it's about prioritizing the safety and convenience of everyone who passes through your doors.

A comprehensive maintenance checklist, adhered to with regularity, can prevent unexpected malfunctions that could lead to accidents or security breaches. This automatic door maintenance often includes thorough inspections, cleaning of sensors and tracks, and adjustments to speed and force settings, ensuring that doors operate within the safety standards set by AAADM (American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers).

By investing in a preventative maintenance plan, you're not only extending the life of your automatic doors but also safeguarding your business against potential liabilities and disruptions. This proactive approach to maintenance is essential for any facility relying on the seamless operation of automatic doors.

 

Fast and efficient automatic door maintenance

At Door Services Corporation we offer inspection and maintenance based on the recommendations and safety standards of the American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers (AAADM) and adapted to your specific needs. 

On-Demand Service

Our standard service offering is available for all commercial doors. Our AAADM certified technicians are trained to do maintenance and repairs on automatic doors of all major manufacturers. Just call us on 800 492 2392 and one of our service technicians will be dispatched to your building with all tools and parts needed to do almost any repair. 

24/7 Emergency Service and Repair

Sometimes accidents happen and cause a security risk or hinder the traffic in your building. If that happens then please contact our emergency automatic door repair service. Our service technicians are available 24/7 to make sure the safety and security of your building is restored as quickly as possible. 

Preventative Maintenance Program

Many of our customers choose to get our technicians to come out regularly for preventative commercial door maintenance on their automatic doors. We prevent issues from happening and keep your automatic doors working safely and efficiently. Another advantage of our maintenance contracts is the discount our clients receive on labor and service during normal business hours as well as for after-hours service calls.

Routine commercial door maintenance

The best approach is to establish a schedule for routine automatic door inspection and maintenance and to stick to it. This will make sure that your automatic door keeps functioning properly and safely. 

A daily safety check on your automatic door systems will reduce the risk of a malfunction. With a daily checkup you will notice if the door gets more difficult to open, makes more noise or moves too fast or too slow. When a visual inspection shows that something is changing then it is time to call on Advanced Door Service!

Our clients get a detailed maintenance plan based on their particular situation. Here are some of the routine maintenance activities we recommend to keep automatic sliding doors, swing doors and revolving doors running smoothly:

Lubricate moving parts 

Keeping moving parts such as hinges lubricated is key to keeping your doors working smoothly. Regularly lubricate all metal moving parts, but don’t lubricate plastic parts. If you are unsure about the correct lubricant or how to apply it, it is recommended that you call an AAADM certified technician. Doing this correctly ensures the longevity and reliability of your doors, preventing premature wear and tear.

Visually inspect tracks

Check the tracks of sliding doors and make sure the door can run freely. Any debris or obstruction in the tracks can hinder door operation, so it's crucial to keep them clean and clear for optimal performance.

Weather Stripping

Weather stripping around a swing door or revolving door forms a barrier for temperature difference. If you notice draft from the door even when it’s closed, then the weatherstripping will likely need to be replaced. Regular checks and timely replacement of weather stripping can significantly enhance energy efficiency and comfort within your premises.

Lock Latch and Strike Alignment

Swing doors have a latch and strike which need to be well aligned so that your door forms a tight seal. Proper alignment also ensures security and ease of use, contributing to the overall functionality of your door system.

Threshold

The threshold under your swing door should remain tight so that the elements and rodents are kept out. When the threshold changes then it’s time to call a technician. Maintaining a secure and intact threshold is essential for the safety and hygiene of your environment, preventing unwanted guests and water ingress.

 

Our Commercial Door Services

Preventative Maintenance

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With our industry-leading preventative maintenance agreements we prevent break-downs and save on costs over the life of your door.

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Best Local Presence

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Our extensive local presence includes 120 certified technicians across 18 locations, each equipped with a fully stocked van, ensuring fast and reliable service.

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Speed of Dispatch

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We will have a technician work on your door within 24 hours. In an emergency we will help you after hours.

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Most Industry Experience

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Our technicians have the most experience based on 60 years of company history and a leading technician training program.

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Download: Preventative Maintenance Tips For Your Automatic Doors

Take these simple measures to ensure that your commercial and industrial doors run smoothly year round and function consistently.

Our Process

Process 1

Call Us 24/7

We answer the phone day and night and have technicians on call 24/7. We schedule a technician within 24 hours. If it’s an emergency then we will service your door even after hours.

Process 2

Fast Dispatch

Our AAADM certified technician comes and investigates the problem. We assess the door and let you know what needs to be done to quickly return it to its fully functional state.

Process 3

Reliable Repair

We repair your door on the spot with cost-effective and high quality parts from the inventory in our van. For more complex issues or rare parts, we will schedule a timely follow-up.

Service Locations

NC

  • Asheville, NC
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Concord, NC
  • Fayettville, NC
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Hickory, NC
  • Jacksonville, NC
  • New Bern, NC
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • Salisbury, NC
  • Wake Forest, NC
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Winston, NC

PA

  • Abington, PA
  • Allentown, PA
  • Bloomsburg, PA
  • Blue Bell, PA
  • Boyertown, PA
  • Brookville, PA
  • Butler, PA
  • Canton, PA
  • Carbondale, PA
  • Chalfont, PA
  • Clarion, PA
  • Collegeville, PA
  • Conshohocken, PA
  • Dickson City, PA
  • Doylestown, PA
  • Franklin, PA
  • Franklin, PA
  • Greensburg, PA
  • Harleysville, PA
  • Hatboro, PA
  • Hatfield, PA
  • Hazelton, PA
  • Honesdale, PA
  • Horsham, PA
  • Indiana, PA
  • Jefferson, PA
  • Jenkintown, PA
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • Lansdale, PA
  • Lansdale, PA
  • Larenceville, PA
  • Lewisburg, PA
  • Marietta, PA
  • Mountain Top, PA
  • Muncy, PA
  • Nanticoke, PA
  • New Britain, PA
  • New Castle, PA
  • New Castle, PA
  • North Wales, PA
  • Perkasie, PA
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Pittston, PA
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • Pottstown, PA
  • Pottstown, PA
  • Reading, PA
  • Royersford, PA
  • Schwenksville, PA
  • Scranton, PA
  • Sellinsgrove, PA
  • Souderton, PA
  • Stroudsburg, PA
  • Trenton, PA
  • Tunkhannock, PA
  • Uniontown, PA
  • Warminster, PA
  • Warrington, PA
  • Washington, PA
  • West Chester, PA
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Williamsport, PA
  • Willow Grove, PA

GA

DE

  • Bear, DE
  • Bridgeville, DE
  • Camden, DE
  • Dover, DE
  • Laurel, DE
  • Milford, DE
  • New Castle, DE
  • Newark, DE
  • Seaford, DE
  • Smyrna, DE
  • Townsend, DE
  • Wilmington, DE

LA

  • Bayou Cane, LA
  • Calcasieu, LA
  • Crowley, LA
  • East Baton Rouge, LA
  • Evangeline, LA
  • Hammond, LA
  • Iberia, LA
  • Iberville, LA
  • Jefferson Davis, LA
  • Lafourche, LA
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Laplace, LA
  • Livingston, LA
  • Mandeville, LA
  • Marrero, LA
  • Morgan City, LA
  • Orleans, LA
  • Saint Bernard, LA
  • Saint Charles, LA
  • Saint Landry, LA
  • Saint Mary, LA
  • Saint Tammany, LA
  • St John the Baptist, LA
  • Sulphur, LA
  • Tangipahoa, LA
  • Terrebonne, LA
  • Vermilion, LA
  • Zachary, LA

NJ

  • Ashbury Park, NJ
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • Bridgeton, NJ
  • Cape May, NJ
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Freehold, NJ
  • Glassboro, NJ
  • Hammonton, NJ
  • Middletown, NJ
  • Newark, NJ
  • Ocean City, NJ
  • Patterson, NJ
  • Point Pleasant, NJ
  • Somerset, NJ
  • Toms River, NJ
  • Trenton, NJ
  • Vineland, NJ
  • Wildwood, NJ
  • Woodbury, NJ

TX

CA

  • Alhambra, CA
  • Anaheim, CA
  • Arcadia, CA
  • Buena Park, CA
  • Burbank, CA
  • Carson, CA
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Corona, CA
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • Downey, CA
  • El Monte, CA
  • Escondido, CA
  • Fullerton, CA
  • Garden Grove, CA
  • Glendale, CA
  • Hemet, CA
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • Indio, CA
  • Inglewood, CA
  • Irvine, CA
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • Lake Elsinore, CA
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • Long Beach, CA
  • Menifee, CA
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • Murrieta, CA
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • Norwalk, CA
  • Orange, CA
  • Pasadena, CA
  • Perris, CA
  • Pomona, CA
  • Riverside, CA
  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • Temecula, CA
  • Torrance, CA
  • Tustin, CA
  • West Covina, CA
  • Westminster, CA
  • Whittier, CA
  • Yorba Linda

ME

  • Biddeford, ME
  • Brunswick, ME
  • Saco, ME
  • Sanford, ME
  • Scarborough, ME
  • Westbrook, ME

  • Saint Martin

MA

  • Boston, MA
  • Brockton, MA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Cape Cod, MA
  • Fall River, MA
  • Martha's Vineyard, MA
  • New Bedford, MA
  • Norfolk, MA
  • Rutland, MA
  • Salem, MA
  • Salisbury, MA
  • South Shore, MA
  • Taunton, MA
  • Winchester, MA

RI

  • Coventry, RI
  • Cranston, RI
  • Cumberland, RI
  • East Providence, RI
  • Johnston, RI
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • North Providence, RI
  • Pawtucket, RI
  • Providence, RI
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • Warwick, RI
  • West Warwick, RI
  • Woonsocket, RI

VT

  • Bennington, VT
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • Burlington, VT
  • Colchester, VT
  • Essex Junction, VT
  • Essex, VT
  • Harford, VT
  • Milton, VT
  • Montpelier, VT
  • Rutland City, VT
  • South Burlington, VT

NY

  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • Troy, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions

Scheduling routine maintenance for your commercial doors is essential to ensure reliable performance and long-term cost savings. With regular care, your entry door will operate more efficiently, reducing the risk of unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.

Maintenance also helps extend the lifespan of your doors and ensures they meet safety and accessibility standards, which is critical for automatic door openers and storefront entry doors in high-traffic businesses.

Our preventative maintenance plans in include thorough inspections, adjustments, and repairs for all types of commercial doors, from sliding doors to electric door operators. By investing in maintenance, you minimize disruptions, keep your doors functioning at their best, and maintain a safe and accessible environment for employees and customers.

Once installed, your automatic door should be in good operating condition. You should have received an owner’s manual and this describes routine maintenance, cleaning and safety checks that you can and should perform. In addition to this you should consider a preventative maintenance program offered by Door Services Corporation. This can take on a variety of forms from basic inspections for safety and operating effectiveness to full turn-key plans that include all labor and parts for a fixed fee.

Yes. This can take on a variety of forms from basic inspections for safety and operating effectiveness to full turn-key plans that include all labor and parts for a fixed fee.

AAADM is the industry association that governs the automatic door industry and they provide guidelines designed to ensure that automatic openings comply with ANSI safety requirements. The daily performance and safety checks described in your owner’s manual are an ideal starting point. In addition, AAADM suggests an annual inspection by an AAADM certified technician. This is a key component to both the continued safe and effective operation of your automatic opening as well as a key piece of evidence in an ongoing safety due diligence program for the facility.

Performing routine maintenance and cleaning are key to a long service life for your automatic door system.

Service work should only be performed by AAADM certified technicians. During the warranty period, the work should only be performed by the vendor’s technicians for your warranty to remain valid.

Contact Details

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  • Durham, NC

    Advanced Door Automation

    4122 Bennett Memorial Road 
    Suite 305B
    Durham, NC
    27705 USA
    919-384-0232
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  • Hatfield, PA

    Advanced Door Service

    777 Schwab Rd 
    #A
    Hatfield, PA
    19440 USA
    215-368-8700
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  • Roanoke, VA

    Advanced Door Service

    1807 Murry Road SW 
    Suite Q
    Roanoke, VA
    24018 USA
    540-427-7050
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  • Atlanta, GA

    Advanced Door Service

    3615 D Brookview Dr. 
    Loganville, GA
    30052 USA
    678-433-6386
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  • Beaver Falls, PA

    Allegheny Door Enterprises

    903 Constitution Boulevard 

    Beaver Falls, PA
    15010 USA
    724-774-2870
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  • Lansdale, PA

    Automatic Door Enterprises

    1441 Industry Road 
    Hatfield, PA
    19440 USA
    215-361-3300
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  • Middletown, DE

    Del-Mar Door Service

    116 Sleepy Hollow Dr. 
    Suite B
    Middletown, DE
    19709 USA
    800-492-2392
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  • Londonderry, NH

    Door Concepts, Inc.

    8 Delta Drive 
    Londonderry, NH
    03053 USA
    866-428-8636
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  • Londonderry, NH

    Door Control, Inc.

    8 Delta Drive 
    Unit D
    Londonderry, NH
    03053 USA
    800-258-9742
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  • Covington, LA

    Door Controls

    17991 Painters Row 
    Unit 4
    Covington, LA
    70435 USA
    504-468-8337
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  • Burlington, NJ

    Eastern Door Service

    70 Cathy Lane 
    Unit One
    Burlington, NJ
    08016 USA
    800-492-2392
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  • Burlington, ON

    Horton Automatics Ontario

    1150 Blair Road 
    Unit 1N
    Burlington, ON
    L7M 3T4 Canada
    905-331-7491
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  • London, ON

    Horton Automatics Ontario

    610 Newbold Street 
    Unit 10
    London, ON
    N6E 2T6 Canada
    519-668-0830
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  • Ottawa, ON

    Horton Automatics Ontario

    38 Auriga Drive 
    Unit 14
    Ottawa, ON
    K2E 8A5 Canada
    613-221-9680
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  • Dunmore, PA

    Keystone Automatic Door

    1030 Reeves St 
    Dunmore, PA
    18512 USA
    800-492-2392
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  • Buda, TX

    Texas Access Controls

    1705 Robert S Light 
    Unit 105
    Buda, TX
    78610 USA
    713-683-8887
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  • Houston, TX

    Texas Access Controls

    6000 Gardendale Drive 
    Houston, TX
    77092 USA
    713-683-8838
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  • Dallas, Fort Worth, and Mesquite, TX

    Texas Access Controls

    2019 Hillview Drive 
    Mesquite, TX
    75149 USA
    214-683-5514
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  • Pomona, CA

    Pasco Doors

    848 Towne Center Drive 
    Pomona, CA
    91767 USA
    919-394-7311
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