Shopfront Repairs

Most shopfronts we are called to do not need replacing. They need a door re-hung, a closer swapped, a lock changed or a pane of glass replaced. Done properly, a repair can add years to a front for a fraction of the price of a new one.

Doors that drag, drop or will not lock

The most common call. Heavy shop doors wear out their hinges, pivots and floor springs (the closer hidden in the floor under many glass doors). The door sinks, scrapes the floor and stops lining up with the lock. We re-hang or replace the worn parts and set the door so it closes and locks cleanly again.

Closers and floor springs

A closer that slams, swings too fast or will not hold the door open needs adjusting or replacing. Floor springs leak oil when they fail; we lift the door, swap the spring and reset it.

Locks and cylinders

Snapped keys, stiff locks, lost keys after a staff change: we replace cylinders and locks the same day in most cases, and can upgrade to anti-snap cylinders while we are there.

Glass

Cracked or broken panes are replaced with glass that meets the safety rules for that position, which may mean a higher spec than what was there before. If the replacement glass has to be made to order, we board or temporarily glaze the gap first.

Frames and panels

Bent frames after a vehicle strike, damaged stallriser panels, loose fascia boxes and leaking seals can all be repaired or sections replaced. We match the frame colour as closely as possible.

Insurance

For damage after a break-in, storm or vehicle impact, we provide photos and a written report of the damage and the repair, which you can pass to your insurer or landlord.

When repair is not worth it

If a front is so worn that it will keep failing, we will tell you plainly and give you both prices, so you can decide.