Aluminium & Glass Door Repair Experts in Broadstairs

Urgent Response for Broadstairs Businesses

A jammed door in a high-traffic retail environment can mean lost revenue. Our Broadstairs emergency team prioritises commercial call-outs, carrying extensive stock of universal closers, locks, and hinges to effect a first-time fix. We handle smashed glass shopfronts and failed automatic doors with the urgency your business requires.

Aluminium Door Diagnostics & Repair

Aluminium doors are the standard for commercial shopfronts in Broadstairs due to their durability, but they are prone to specific wear-and-tear issues. Common faults we rectify include:

• Dropped / Misaligned Doors: Often caused by worn pivot sets or loose frame fixings, leading to the door scraping the floor or failing to lock.
• Worn Wool Pile & Weather Stripping: Essential for insulation; we replace these to improve energy efficiency.
• Frame Fatigue: In high-traffic Broadstairs locations, aluminium joints can crack. We offer on-site welding and reinforcement.

Hydraulic Door Control Solutions

A slamming door is a liability lawsuit waiting to happen. Our engineers in Broadstairs carry out precise hydraulic adjustments to latching speed and closing force (BS EN 1154 compliance). If a unit has lost pressure (oil leakage), we replace it immediately with a compatible unit from Axim, Alpro, or Ryobi to ensure safe, controlled closing.

Emergency Glazing in Broadstairs

Whether due to vandalism or accident, shattered glass leaves your property exposed. We offer emergency boarding services in Broadstairs followed by rapid re-glazing. All our glass installations comply with BS 6206 / BS EN 12600 impact safety standards.

BS EN 16005 Safety Compliance

All automatic doors in Broadstairs must adhere to strict safety regulations. We conduct safety audits, checking closing forces (max 150N) and ensuring safety sensors cover all crush zones. If your door is non-compliant, we can retrofit monitored safety sensors to bring it up to legal standards.

Home Security Upgrades

Secure your home in Broadstairs with our lock replacement services. We upgrade standard locks to 3-star British Standard cylinders and install sash jammers and restrictors for added peace of mind.

High-Security Locks & Access Control

We supply and fit a vast range of locking mechanisms for Broadstairs properties:

• Hook Locks & Deadbolts: For aluminium narrow stile doors (Adams Rite style).
• Maglocks & Electric Strikes: For intercom-controlled entry systems in blocks of flats and offices.
• Mechanical Digital Locks: Code locks for staff-only areas.
• Panic Hardware: Push bars and touch bars for fire escape routes, ensuring easy egress in an emergency.

Why Choose Us for Door Repairs in Broadstairs?

• Local Knowledge: We know the area and can navigate Broadstairs traffic to get to you fast.
• Fully Stocked Vans: We carry universal parts to fix 90% of issues on the first visit.
• Transparent Pricing: No call-out charges, just honest hourly rates and fixed prices for parts.
• Experienced Engineers: Our team has decades of combined experience in the door industry.

Frequently Asked Questions in Broadstairs

Q: My shop door slams shut dangerously fast. Can you fix it?
A: Yes, this is usually a sign of a failed hydraulic damper in the transom closer or floor spring. In Broadstairs, we can often adjust the valve to regulate speed, but if oil has leaked, we will replace the unit with a new Dorma or Axim closer to ensure safety.

Q: Do you repair automatic sliding doors for shops in Broadstairs?
A: Absolutely. We repair motor gearboxes, drive belts, and carriage wheels. We also test and replace safety beams and microwave radar sensors to ensure your door meets BS EN 16005 standards.

Q: My aluminium door scrapes the floor. What is the cause?
A: This is 'door drop', common in Broadstairs. It can be caused by the glass slipping (needing 'toeing and heeling') or a worn bottom pivot. We can realign the door to ensure smooth clearance and proper locking.

Q: Can you replace the glass in my commercial door the same day?
A: For standard laminated safety glass, we often can. For toughened glass (which requires furnace processing), we will secure your property with boarding or a laminated pane immediately and return to fit the custom unit.