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Surface-mounted, concealed, and floor-spring door closers. Professional installation, adjustment, and replacement across Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

A properly functioning door closer is critical for fire code compliance, ADA accessibility, energy efficiency, and building security. From a slamming office door in Tysons to a leaking closer in a Georgetown building, we fix it right.

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Closer Types

Door Closer Systems We Install

The right door closer depends on your door weight, usage frequency, mounting conditions, aesthetic preferences, and code requirements. We match the right closer to every door.

Surface-Mounted Door Closers

The most common type, installed visibly on the door face or top frame (jamb). Available in regular arm, parallel arm, and top jamb mounting configurations.

  • Regular, parallel, and top jamb mount options
  • Adjustable closing and latching speed valves
  • Backcheck prevents door from slamming open
  • Available for doors up to 300 lbs
  • Easy to inspect and maintain

Concealed Door Closers

Hidden within the door or frame header, providing a clean aesthetic with no visible hardware on the door surface.

  • Completely hidden from view
  • Integrated into door or frame
  • Same adjustability as surface-mounted
  • Ideal for architectural aesthetics
  • Available for standard and heavy doors

Floor-Spring Door Closers

Installed in the floor beneath the door pivot point, floor springs are used for frameless glass doors, heavy entrance doors, and doors that need to swing.

  • Supports doors swinging both directions
  • Essential for frameless glass doors
  • Heavy-duty capacity up to 400 lbs
  • Completely hidden in floor housing
  • Speed and hold-open adjustments built in

Overhead Concealed Closers

Mortised into the header frame above the door, with only the arm visible. Combines the hidden appearance of concealed closers with easier access for.

  • Mortised into frame header
  • Only the arm is visible
  • Easier maintenance than fully concealed
  • Full range of adjustment valves
  • Common in institutional and government buildings

Why It Matters

Why Proper Door Closers Are Essential

Fire Code Compliance

Fire-rated doors must be self-closing. A non-functioning closer on a fire door is a building code violation that can result in fines and, more importantly, puts occupants at risk during a fire.

ADA Accessibility

The ADA sets specific requirements for door closing speed and opening force. Properly adjusted closers ensure that everyone, including wheelchair users and the elderly, can use your doors independently.

Energy Efficiency

Doors that do not close completely let conditioned air escape. In a commercial building, malfunctioning closers on multiple doors can add significantly to heating and cooling costs.

Building Security

A door that does not latch is a security vulnerability. Proper closer latching speed ensures the door fully closes and the latch engages every time.

Door and Frame Protection

Without backcheck, a door can be thrown open violently, damaging the wall, hinges, and door frame. Backcheck absorbs the opening force before the door hits the stop.

Noise Reduction

A properly adjusted closer prevents slamming. In offices, hospitals, libraries, and residential buildings, this makes a significant quality-of-life difference for occupants.

How We Work

Our Installation Process

01

Assessment

We inspect your door, frame, and existing closer. We check the door weight, width, and usage frequency to determine the right closer type and size.

02

Selection

Based on the assessment, we recommend the correct closer type, mounting configuration,

03

Installation

We install the closer with proper template placement, drill accurate mounting holes,

04

Adjustment

We set closing speed, latching speed, and backcheck to meet your needs and code requirements. For ADA doors,

Common Questions

Door Closer FAQ

How do I know if my door closer needs replacement?
Common signs include a door that slams shut, does not close fully, leaks hydraulic fluid, or drifts open on its own. If adjusting the closer valves does not resolve the issue, replacement is usually the most reliable fix.
What is the difference between surface-mounted and concealed closers?
Surface-mounted closers are installed visibly on the door face or frame and are the most common for commercial use. Concealed closers are hidden within the door or frame for a cleaner appearance, commonly used in upscale offices and hotels.
Are door closers required by fire code?
Yes. Fire-rated doors must be self-closing, which means they must have a functioning door closer. This applies to stairwell doors, corridor doors, and any door in a fire-rated wall or opening. Non-functioning closers on fire doors are a code violation.
Can door closers be adjusted for ADA compliance?
Yes. ADA requires that interior doors take at least 5 seconds to close from 90 degrees to 12 degrees and that opening force does not exceed 5 pounds. We adjust closing speed, latching speed, and backcheck to meet these requirements precisely.
What brands of door closers do you install?
We install and service all major brands including LCN, Norton, Dorma, SARGENT, Yale, Hager, and Cal-Royal. We carry commercial-grade closers for every application from lightweight interior doors to heavy exterior entries.

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