Serving Detroit, Wayne County, MI and surrounding areas
Metro Detroit's dedicated commercial contractor for emergency door repair, 16-gauge industrial hollow metal steel doors, architectural aluminum storefronts, and Grade 1 exit hardware. Priority dispatch across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties.
On-site diagnostics from $185. 2–4 hour emergency response. UL 10C fire-labeled assemblies. See the rate matrix
When a commercial entryway fails, business operations, building security, and fire code compliance are immediately compromised. A jammed retail storefront door deters paying customers, while a blown hydraulic closer or misaligned warehouse hollow metal door invites illegal entry and fails local fire marshal inspections.
Our field technicians resolve commercial door failures at the structural level. Rather than temporary shims or cosmetic fixes, we replace failed bottom pivots with continuous geared hinges rated for over 1,000 lbs, weld reinforce damaged steel frames, and install ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 commercial hardware designed to endure hundreds of thousands of duty cycles.
Commercial property managers and facility superintendents need fast answers. Select your door symptoms below to view mechanical diagnosis, recommended architectural hardware, and dispatch priority.
Root Cause: Factory aluminum door pivots bear severe eccentric loads. Over time, internal bronze thrust bearings erode, causing the top corner to pull away and the bottom latch edge to drag along the threshold plate.
Permanent Solution: We remove the worn offset pivots and install a full-height aluminum continuous geared hinge (Roton/Pemko specification). This spreads the load along the entire 84" or 96" frame jamb, eliminating door sag forever.
Root Cause: Detroit winter road salt, melt runoff, and building pressure rust the lower 12 to 18 inches of steel door jambs. The internal honeycomb or polystyrene core absorbs moisture, compromising fire ratings and latch integrity.
Permanent Solution: We weld in heavy-gauge galvannealed steel patch repair sleeves and replace compromised doors with rust-inhibiting A60 galvannealed steel slabs with internal steel reinforcement ribs.
Root Cause: High building stack pressure and wind shear force hydraulic fluid past internal O-ring seals. Once hydraulic oil drips onto the frame or glass, the closer has zero dampening control, creating severe glass breakage and finger-crush hazards.
Permanent Solution: Hydraulic door closers cannot be refilled safely in the field. We replace the blown cylinder with an ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 surface-mounted closer with adjustable sweep, latch, and backcheck valves.
Root Cause: Commercial exit device latch bolts slip out of alignment with strike plates due to building settlement or worn dogging pins. Employees struggle to exit, triggering immediate life-safety violations.
Permanent Solution: We realign rim and surface vertical rod (SVR) assemblies, calibrate latch retraction, replace fatigued return springs, and install heavy-duty Grade 1 architectural exit hardware.
Root Cause: Fire marshals cite commercial doors for perimeter clearances exceeding 1/8", non-functioning self-closing mechanisms, unauthorized fasteners, or uncertified hardware replacements that void the UL label.
Permanent Solution: We bring fire doors back into 100% NFPA 80 code compliance: readjust spring hinges and closers for positive self-latching, install intumescent perimeter gasketing, and replace non-compliant hardware with labeled components.
Mobile service rigs dispatched across Wayne, Oakland & Macomb Counties equipped for emergency pivot rebuilds, frame welding, closer replacement, and lock alignment. 2–4 hour emergency arrival.
From industrial warehouse loading docks to corporate office towers and retail storefront entries, explore our core commercial services.
Same-day commercial door troubleshooting for misaligned entryways, damaged frames, sticking latches, and severe wind-damage breaches. Our mobile service rigs carry specialized hydraulic pulling tools, welding gear, and commercial hinges to restore full building security on the first visit.
Explore Door Repair Services16-gauge and 14-gauge galvannealed steel doors engineered for warehouse distribution hubs, utility rooms, and industrial commercial buildings.
Hollow Metal SpecsNarrow, medium, and wide stile architectural storefront entrance systems. Precision bottom pivot replacement and continuous hinge retrofits.
Storefront SolutionsUL-listed Grade 1 panic exit devices, vertical rod assemblies, electrified latch retraction, and ADA egress compliance retrofits.
Panic Hardware SpecsCast iron surface-mounted and concealed overhead hydraulic door closers. Sized for heavy wind-pressure and ADA opening force compliance.
Door Closer SystemsCommercial building owners and general contractors require verified hardware ratings. Below is our standard deployment matrix across commercial door installations.
| Opening System | Standard Specification | Cycle Rating / Duty | Compliance Standards | Standard Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollow Metal Steel Door | 16-Ga A60 Galvannealed Steel, Polystyrene Core | Grade 1 / Extra Heavy Duty | UL 10C / NFPA 80 (3-Hr) | 5-Year Steel Integrity |
| Aluminum Storefront Entrance | Extruded 6063-T6 Aluminum, Class 1 Anodized | Heavy Commercial Grade | AAMA / ASTM Certified | 3-Year Hardware & Seal |
| Continuous Geared Hinge | Kearney Extruded Aluminum, Delrin Bearings | 1,500,000+ Cycles (1,000 lb rating) | ANSI/BHMA A156.26 | Lifetime Performance |
| Panic Exit Device / Crash Bar | Grade 1 Heavy-Duty Rim Device, Stainless Latch | 1,000,000+ Operating Cycles | UL 305 / ADA Title III | 5-Year Mechanical |
| Commercial Hydraulic Closer | Forged Steel Arm, Cast Iron Body, Full Sweep Valves | Size 1–6 Fully Adjustable | ANSI A156.4 Grade 1 | 10-Year Factory Warranty |
Every installation we complete in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties is documented to engineering specifications. We match the exact jamb depth, wall anchor configuration, and hardware template to ensure zero binding and flawless building security.
Our mobile repair units operate along Metro Detroit’s primary commercial expressways (I-75, I-94, I-96, I-696, M-10 Lodge, and M-39 Southfield), providing rapid dispatch for commercial door realignments, security breaches, closer failures, and hollow metal door installations.
Corporate office towers, historic retail entries, Woodward Ave, Michigan Ave, and Jefferson commercial corridors. Same-day continuous hinge retrofits and pivot realignment.
Ford industrial corridor, Michigan Ave retail centers, Southfield Fwy (M-39), I-94 logistics hubs, and Telegraph Rd commercial strips. Heavy hollow metal door repairs.
Town Center complexes, Northwestern Hwy (M-10), I-696 corridor, Big Beaver Rd corporate centers, and Somerset district. Grade 1 closers and ADA entrance maintenance.
GM Tech Center supplier zone, Van Dyke (M-53) industrial spine, Mound Rd stamping facilities, and Groesbeck Hwy. Factory steel doors and crash exit hardware.
Schoolcraft Rd industrial distribution parks, Plymouth Rd commercial centers, and I-275 interchange warehouses. Heavy-duty 14/16-gauge security doors.
Aviation cargo terminals, freight forwarding warehouses along Eureka Rd, Middlebelt, and I-94. High-security mortise locks, electric strikes, and egress devices.
Technicians are staged across the tri-county area for rapid on-site repair and commercial door replacement:
| Municipality | County | Expressway Corridors | Priority Response | Primary Openings Serviced | Direct Call |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | Wayne | I-75, I-94, I-96, M-10 Lodge, Woodward | 30–60 Mins | Storefront Glass, Hollow Metal, Panic Bars | (313) 488-8120 |
| Dearborn | Wayne | M-39 Southfield, Michigan Ave, I-94, Telegraph | 30–60 Mins | Industrial Steel, Continuous Hinges, Closers | (313) 488-8120 |
| Livonia | Wayne | I-96 Schoolcraft, I-275, Plymouth Rd | 45–75 Mins | Warehouse Dock Doors, Fire Rated Steel | (313) 488-8120 |
| Southfield | Oakland | Northwestern Hwy, I-696, M-10, Telegraph | 45–75 Mins | Office Entryways, Concealed Closers, ADA Hardware | (313) 488-8120 |
| Troy | Oakland | I-75, Big Beaver Rd, Rochester Rd | 45–75 Mins | Corporate Storefronts, Grade 1 Exit Devices | (313) 488-8120 |
| Warren | Macomb | Mound Rd, Van Dyke (M-53), I-696, Groesbeck | 45–75 Mins | Factory Steel Slabs, Heavy Welded Frames | (313) 488-8120 |
| Sterling Heights | Macomb | Van Dyke Expressway, M-59, 14 Mile to 19 Mile | 45–75 Mins | Manufacturing Exit Doors, Crash Bars | (313) 488-8120 |
| Romulus | Wayne | I-94, Eureka Rd, Middlebelt, DTW Belt | 30–60 Mins | Air Cargo Facility Openings, High-Security Mortise | (313) 488-8120 |
| Pontiac | Oakland | M-59, Telegraph Rd, Dixie Hwy, Woodward | 60–90 Mins | Commercial Service Doors, Fire Exit Retrofits | (313) 488-8120 |
| Taylor | Wayne | Telegraph Rd (US-24), I-94, Eureka Rd | 30–60 Mins | Retail Storefront Pivots, Steel Utility Doors | (313) 488-8120 |
Common questions from commercial property managers, facility directors, and retail business owners across Metro Detroit.
For urgent security breaches, compromised retail entrances, or damaged exterior hollow metal doors that prevent building lock-up, we provide emergency priority dispatch across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties within 2 to 4 hours. Standard non-emergency service calls and hardware replacements are scheduled same-day or next business morning.
Yes. If road salt and moisture have corroded the lower 6 to 18 inches of your steel jamb, tearing out the entire masonry wall is unnecessary. We fabricate and weld in heavy-gauge galvannealed steel jamb patch repair kits. We also reinforce deteriorated hinge pockets with internal backup plates, restoring complete structural integrity at a fraction of full frame demolition costs.
Storefront door dragging is nearly always the result of failed bottom pivot bearings or loose top pivot brackets. Because heavy aluminum and glass doors experience millions of opening cycles, pivot pins grind down over time. We install heavy-duty continuous geared aluminum hinges that permanently support the door's entire vertical height, eliminating floor drag permanently.
All panic exit hardware and crash devices we supply are UL 305 certified, ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 rated (tested beyond 1,000,000 cycles), and fully compliant with Michigan Building Code, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and ADA Title III opening force requirements (5.0 lbs maximum opening force).
Yes. We offer commercial Net-30 billing accounts for qualified property management firms, corporate facilities, industrial manufacturing plants, school districts, and retail chains throughout the Metro Detroit area. Credit card and ACH payments are also accepted for immediate dispatch.
Direct routing to dispatch technicians. We service Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County commercial facilities.