Are you tired of struggling with a misaligned pedestrian door? A door that’s out of alignment and won’t close properly isn’t only annoying, it can leave your facility vulnerable to break-ins, as well as cause damage to the door itself. Therefore, it’s important to address the issue as soon as possible.

What Causes Frame Misalignment in Pedestrian Doors?

Misaligned pedestrian doors can be caused by various factors, ranging from temporary to severe, including:

• Shifting foundation. The natural expansion and contraction of wood can cause your pedestrian doors to stick temporarily, leading to misaligned doors. This typically isn’t a cause for concern. However, if it happens frequently, it could indicate the need for foundation repair.

• Weather and humidity. After heavy rainfall, the doors in your facility may become stuck. This is because the humidity and moisture in the air rise, causing the wood to swell. As the wood swells, it becomes harder to open and close the doors. However, when the humidity level drops, the wood will dehydrate and shrink back to its original size, making it easier to open and close the doors.

• Sagging hinges. Your pedestrian door may be sagging due to weak hinges. With frequent use, hinges can become weakened over time. This is especially true for automatic swinging doors, as their hinges are more prone to warping. When hinges warp, the door can sag and scrape along the floor.

• Improper installation. If the door slab isn’t installed correctly and isn’t square in the frame, this can lead to binding, rubbing, or sticking when trying to operate it. Pedestrian doors serve as important access points that help improve the safety of your business so if they’re improperly installed, it can leave your business vulnerable to break-ins and weather damage.

Troubleshooting a Misaligned Door

Before calling a professional, here are a few things you can try to get your pedestrian door back on track:

1. Tighten hinge screws. Try tightening the screws that hold the hinge to the jamb, as well as the screws that hold the door to the hinge. It might seem like a small thing, but even a little bit of tightening can help to realign the door.
2. Replace hinge screws. Consider replacing the hinge screws with longer ones. This will help to better support the weight of the door and keep it properly fastened to the hinge and jamb.
3. Check the strike plate. Over time, the strike plate can loosen from the door jamb, causing it to scrape against your door latch. Try tightening the screws on the strike plate. You might be surprised at how much of a difference it can make.
4. Realign the strike plate. If your door is still misaligned, you might need to try realigning the strike plate. Even if it’s tightly secured to the jamb, the latch on the door might not be properly lined up with the strike plate. Try moving it incrementally to see if that fixes the problem.

If your sagging door is still misaligned after trying the solutions above, you may need to call a professional from Creative Door Services^TM. They have the knowledge and expertise to get your door back on track in no time. Whether it’s a simple realignment or a complete reinstall, they’ll have your door functioning properly in no time.

How To Prevent Your Pedestrian Door From Becoming Misaligned

Although there’s no guaranteed way to stop misaligned or sagging pedestrian doors, investing in ongoing maintenance is a huge help. Fortunately, Creative Door Services^TM offers a flexible planned maintenance program.

When you sign up for our planned maintenance program, an expert technician will visit your facility regularly to inspect your door system. They’ll look for signs of wear and tear and make any necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure your pedestrian doors are functioning optimally. By catching minor problems before they become major issues, our technicians can save you from having to invest in a new system prematurely. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that your door system is safe and reliable.

Manual And Automatic Pedestrian Doors

If you want to prevent misaligned or sagging pedestrian doors and ensure your door system is working as it should, don’t hesitate to reach out to Creative Door Services^TM. In addition to our planned maintenance program, we offer a range of other services to help keep your door system in top shape. From emergency repairs to full installations, our team of experts is here to help. Contact us today for a free quote.

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