Hardware Installers
Door hardware installation is handled by hardware installers, who fit and align hinges, locks and handles so doors open and lock properly.Can't find it? Describe what you need and matching suppliers will come to you.
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Replacement door hardware installation starts with the door and frame, not the finish of the handle. Existing cutouts, door thickness and hinge positions affect which locks will fit without further preparation. Checking these details before specifying hardware for a renovation can prevent unnecessary drilling or patching.
Hardware Installers
Locally adopted building codes in the United States can affect hardware requirements for accessible openings and fire-rated doors. Lever handles may suit an accessible opening, but their operation and mounting height also need checking against the applicable requirements. Exterior hardware needs a finish suited to its exposure; sheltered entry doors and doors exposed to rain may call for different specifications.
What should a brief for hardware installers include?
Provide the door schedule or opening measurements, along with the selected hardware specifications. Flag any fire rating or access-control connection so the scope and trade responsibilities can be confirmed.
Can existing locks be replaced without changing the door?
Measure the current lock cutout and backset, which is the distance from the door edge to the center of the lock bore. Compare those dimensions with the replacement manufacturer's requirements before assuming it will fit.
What should be checked before the work is signed off?
Test each door through its full swing and confirm that it latches without being lifted or pushed against the frame. Ask the installer to correct binding or loose handles before handoff.