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Automatic Doors & Accessible Entrances for Washington DC Businesses
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Automatic Door Types We Install & Service
Automatic Sliding Doors
Ideal for high-traffic retail, healthcare, and hospitality entrances. Smooth, quiet operation with sensor-activated opening.
Automatic Swing Door Operators
Convert existing manual doors to automatic operation. Low-energy and full-energy operators available, including models designed to support accessibility requirements.
Automatic Revolving Doors
Energy-efficient revolving door systems for office buildings, hotels, and large commercial facilities.
Accessible Entrances
Automatic Door Repair & Maintenance
Automatic door systems require regular maintenance to operate safely and reliably. We offer service contracts and emergency repair for automatic doors of all major brands, including Horton, ASSA ABLOY, Stanley, dormakaba, and more.
Automatic Door Systems We Work With
- Automatic sliding doors Common for high-traffic and accessible entrances
- Automatic swing doors Low-energy and full-power operators on standard swing doors
- Low-energy and ADA door operators Power-assisted opening for accessible entrances
- Push-button and push-plate activation
- Motion and presence sensors Detect approaching traffic and someone standing in the doorway
- Safety sensors Prevent the door from closing on someone in its path
Push Plates, Push Buttons, and Activation Devices
An operator is only as useful as the way it is activated. We install and replace wall-mounted and bollard-mounted push plates, hard-wired and wireless push buttons, touchless wave switches, and motion sensors, and connect operators to card readers and electrified exit devices so a secured door unlocks before it opens. For the wider picture of accessible door hardware, including levers, closers, and thresholds, see our commercial door accessibility page.
We install and replace BEA motion and presence sensors and Camden Door Controls push plates, wireless actuators and key switches, then test the full opening, hold-open and safety-sensor sequence before the door goes back into service.
Common Automatic Door Problems
Automatic door won't open
This is usually a sensor, activation switch, or operator problem. We check whether the sensor is detecting activity, whether the switch is sending a signal, and whether the operator itself is responding before deciding on a fix.
Door stays open or closes slowly
A door that won't fully close is often a sensor that's stuck detecting an obstruction, while slow closing usually points to an operator adjustment or wear issue.
Sensor malfunction or intermittent operation
Sensors can be affected by misalignment, dirty lenses, or wiring issues. Intermittent operation — working sometimes but not consistently — is a common sign of a sensor or connection problem rather than full operator failure.
Push button doesn't activate the door
This is typically a wiring or switch failure between the button and the operator, rather than an issue with the door itself.
Noisy operation or operator failure
Unusual noise during operation often signals a worn operator component. A full operator failure — the door not responding at all — usually means the unit needs repair or replacement.
Door Alignment & Maintenance
Automatic doors depend on correct alignment between the door, track, and sensors to operate safely and consistently. Routine maintenance — checking sensor calibration, operator function, and alignment — helps catch problems before a door fails to open or close correctly.
Repair vs. Replacement
Sensor and switch problems, and many operator adjustment issues, are typically repairable. Replacement of the operator or door assembly is usually the right call when the unit has failed structurally or repairs haven't resolved consistent malfunctions.
Accessibility Considerations
Automatic and low-energy door operators are commonly used to support accessible building entrances. Specific accessibility requirements depend on the building and jurisdiction — we're happy to discuss the door hardware itself, but recommend confirming code-specific requirements for your property with the appropriate authority.
Industries & Properties We Serve
We install, repair, and maintain automatic doors for government buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial properties in Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
- Government Buildings & Facilities Automatic sliding and swing entrances, operators, and push-plate openings at busy public buildings.
- Schools & Educational Facilities Low-energy operators and push-button entrances that make main doors easier to use for students, staff, and visitors.
- Universities & Colleges Automatic entrances for student unions, libraries, residence halls, and medical and research buildings.
- Commercial & Multi-Family Properties Office buildings, healthcare facilities, retail properties, hotels, warehouses, apartment buildings, condominiums, and property management portfolios.
Serving Washington DC
DC Commercial Door Solutions installs and services automatic door systems for businesses throughout Washington, DC, including Downtown DC and Dupont Circle, where high-traffic office and retail entrances commonly use automatic sliding and swing doors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my automatic door open?
This is usually a sensor, activation switch, or operator problem. We check each part of that chain to find where the signal is being lost.
Why does my automatic door stay open or close too slowly?
A door that won't fully close often has a sensor stuck detecting an obstruction. Slow closing usually points to an operator adjustment or wear issue.
Why is my automatic door operating intermittently?
Intermittent operation is commonly caused by sensor misalignment, dirty sensor lenses, or a wiring connection issue rather than complete operator failure.
Can a noisy automatic door operator be repaired?
Often, yes — unusual noise typically signals a worn component that can be repaired. Complete operator failure may require replacement.
Do you service both sliding and swing automatic doors?
Yes, we install and repair both automatic sliding doors and automatic swing door operators, including low-energy and ADA-oriented operators.
Can an automatic operator be added to an existing manual door?
In many cases, yes. Low-energy swing operators are designed to fit existing doors. We check the door, frame, power, and locking hardware before recommending one.
Does installing an automatic door make my entrance ADA compliant?
Not by itself. An operator can remove a major barrier, but accessibility depends on the whole entrance. We install the hardware and do not certify compliance; a qualified accessibility professional or code official makes that determination.
Do you repair automatic door sensors?
Yes. Sensor faults are among the most common automatic door problems. We clean, re-aim, adjust, and replace activation and safety sensors.
Request Commercial Door & Lock Service in Washington DC
Call (202) 517-2407 or book a consultation appointment online. DC Commercial Door Solutions serves Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, 7 AM–10 PM daily.