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Commercial Hinge Services

Continuous Geared Hinge & Piano Hinge Installation

GTA Lockman Mobile Locksmith Services provides professional commercial continuous hinge installations, door alignments, and frame reinforcements across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. We fix sagged storefront doors and loose pivot hinges under a clear price billing system.

Mobile On-Site Service
Licensed Door Installers
Clear Pricing
Flexible Scheduling
Architectural Strength

Distributing Door Weight and Restoring Structural Alignment

Heavy hollow metal doors, glass storefront entries, and high-traffic security barriers place extreme load on standard butt or pivot hinges. Over years of operation, the top hinge pockets fatigue, screw holes strip, and the door panel begins to drag on the threshold or carpet. This causes the lock latches to misalign and prevents the door closer from shutting the door. A continuous hinge, or piano hinge, distributes the door weight along the entire height of the frame, reducing stress and preventing sag.

At GTA Lockman Mobile Locksmith Services, we install aluminum geared continuous hinges on wood, metal, and glass commercial doors. We realign the door panel, reinforce the frame header, and mount the continuous hinge to restore clean operations.

Continuous Geared Hinge & Piano Hinge Installation
Hinge Failures

Common Hinge & Pivot Malfunctions

Stripped Screw Holes & Sagging

Heavy use strips screw holes in hollow metal doors, causing the door to sag and drag. We install geared hinges.

Worn Frame Pivot Pockets

Weld tabs inside steel frames break, letting the hinge pull away from the frame. We reinforce hinge pockets.

Latching Alignments

When hinges sag, latch bolts miss the strike hole, preventing the door closer from securing the door. We install continuous hinges.

Geared Continuous Hinges and Frame Adjustments
Precision Mounting

Geared Continuous Hinges and Frame Adjustments

Installing continuous hinges requires precise alignment to ensure the door opens and closes without binding. We shave door edges if needed, adjust top clearances, and install heavy-duty self-tapping fasteners. Geared continuous hinges provide quiet operation and last for decades in high-traffic commercial vestibules, offices, and schools.

We supply and install continuous hinges across the Greater Toronto Area. All commercial hinge services are backed by a detailed on-site estimate, clear pricing, and a 90-day warranty on parts and labour.

Clear Pricing

No hidden charges; all billing is quoted before installation.

90-Day Warranty

Covers geared hinges, hardware, and door alignments.

High Duty Cycles

Geared designs endure over 1.5 million opening cycles.

Fire Compliance

We fit UL-listed fire-labeled continuous hinges.

Comprehensive Security Protocol & On-Site Assessments

Our continuous hinge installation protocol helps ensure door alignment and physical security. We check the plumb of the frame, trim excess clearance gaps, and anchor the geared hinge along the entire frame height. We verify that the lock latch bolt aligns with the strike and throws fully when the door closes. For fire-rated door assemblies, we use UL-listed fire-labeled continuous hinges designed to maintain fire door integrity. These details prevent forced entry and ensure clean, smooth operation.

What Our Customers Say

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Courtney Ancestry
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Would definitely recommend. Service was incredibly fast, and the staff were very kind. I had a new programmed key within an hour of calling. Prices are very reasonable too.
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Laura Georgieff
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Sol was fantastic. He got a broken key out of a back sliding door lock that had broken off. Highly recommended.
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Leeann Lu
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I had a weird situation with my front door where the outside handle worked but the inside handle did not so I would be locked inside my unit if the door closed all the way. Sol was very friendly and professional with his services and was able to fix it for me! He was accommodating and is fully prepared to handle all sorts of issues. Highly recommend his services! :)
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Deedee Moscoe
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Sol was great. Needed one door totally fixed and another lock was also not working well. He fixed both. Friendly and efficient. Highly recommend.
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Melissa Petridis
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The service was quick and professional. We have used them for both residential and commercial work. Would highly recommend!
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Katya
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Sol was quick and efficient, showed up same day, figured out the issue and resolved it. A pleasure to deal with.
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Hao Zeng
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I had an excellent experience with Sol from GTA Lockman. He was professional, knowledgeable, and provided excellent advice and service from start to finish. Sol rekeyed all of the existing locks in my home and installed a new smart lock as well. Everything was done efficiently and carefully, and he made sure all the locks were working properly before leaving. I really appreciate his attention to detail and expertise, especially with the smart lock installation. I would definitely recommend Sol and GTA Lockman to anyone looking for a reliable and professional locksmith!
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Kate Gray
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Great service from Sol. He helped problem solve and offered multiple options to change out my locks. Sol was very mindful of the expense and worked with me on cost effective options. Great work and service!
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Lucas Zabanah
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Awesome service, Sol is the man, would highly recommend!
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Gordon Brown
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Sole was very professionnel and very experienced and changed the locks on two doors and made sure we were complety happy and were comfortable with the new process of how to use the new lock system. If ever l need a locksmith. Sole is the one l recommand. Thanks again.
Commercial Hinge Services FAQ

Continuous Geared Hinge & Piano Hinge Installation FAQs

A continuous geared hinge is a heavy-duty architectural hinge that runs the entire height of the door, connecting the door panel to the frame. Unlike butt hinges that concentrate weight on three points, geared hinges distribute weight evenly, making them ideal for heavy doors.
Yes, continuous hinges are manufactured in standard lengths like 83 inches or 95 inches, but they can be cut down on-site to match the exact height of your custom entry door without losing durability.
Yes, installing a geared continuous hinge is the standard solution for sagged aluminum storefront entries. It allows us to bypass worn or broken top and bottom pivots without replacing the entire glass door frame.
Yes, we install UL-listed continuous geared hinges that carry fire-safety ratings up to 3 hours, ensuring compliance with Ontario fire separation standards.
High-quality geared continuous hinges are designed to support doors weighing up to 500-600 pounds, ensuring structural stability for heavy high-security metal gates and storefront doors.
Commercial Hinge Services Sub-services

Continuous Hinge Specialized Sub-Services

We deliver professional geared hinge assemblies to reinforce entry doors and align commercial door locks.

Geared Hinge Installation

Fitting heavy-duty aluminum geared hinges to distribute weight on storefront entries.

Bypassing Worn Pivots

Retrofitting continuous hinges to sagged glass entry doors to bypass broken frame pivots.

Fire Door Hinge Replacements

Installing UL-listed fire-rated piano hinges on hollow metal commercial fire exits.

Frame & hinge Reinforcement

Drilling and tapping steel frames to mount heavy-duty geared hinges securely.

Panic Bar & Exit Devices

Safe exit egress requirements dictate that public buildings feature crash bars on exit routes. We install and service push-pad exit bars, vertical rod panic devices, and alarms. Proper adjustment ensures the door unlatches with minimal pressure during evacuation.

Hydraulic Door Closers

A leaking or slamming door closer is a hazard that can damage frames and cause injury. We replace worn hydraulic cylinders, calibrate closing speeds, and adjust backcheck cushioning. Correct regulation keeps the door closing smoothly without slamming.

Security Plates & Latch Guards

Exposed latches are vulnerable to prying, shimming, and crowbar attacks. We install heavy steel latch protectors, cylinder guards, and frame reinforcement plates. These physical barriers shield the lock latch and discourage break-in attempts.

High-Security Lock Cylinders

Upgrading to restricted key systems prevents unauthorized duplication. We install drill-resistant mortise cylinders, patent-protected keys, and high-security locks like Mul-T-Lock Interactive+ or Classic Pro. This helps ensure key control and threshold protection.

Service Areas

Areas We Serve in Toronto & GTA

Our mobile technicians provide on-site commercial door repair and installation services across the GTA with a confirmed arrival window.

Secure Your Commercial Openings Today

GTA Lockman Mobile Locksmith Services provides reliable commercial door adjustments, closer fittings, and exit hardware installations across Toronto and the GTA. Call us to confirm a service arrival window. All parts and labour carry a 90-day warranty.

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