Signs you need a new door closer.
Door closers wear out over time, especially in Florida's heat. Here are the most common signs that your closer needs attention.
Door Slamming
The door crashes shut every time. The closer has lost its hydraulic fluid or the adjustment is maxed out and still too fast.
Closer Leaking
You can see oil or fluid on the closer body or dripping onto the door frame. The internal seals have failed.
Door Won't Close Fully
The door gets almost closed but stops an inch or two short and won't latch. The closer does not have enough force to push through the latch resistance.
Closer Arm Bent
The metal arm is visibly bent or twisted. This happens when the door gets caught in wind or someone forces it past the closer's range.
Closes Too Fast
The door swings shut so fast it is a hazard for kids, pets, and anyone walking through. The adjustment valve is not working.
Closes Too Slowly
The door takes forever to close, leaving it open long enough for bugs and hot air to get inside. The closer has lost tension.
Types of door closers we install
There are three main types of residential door closers, and we install all of them. Pneumatic closers are the most common. They are the tube-style closers you see on screen doors and storm doors. They use air pressure to control the closing speed and are adjustable with a small screw. Hydraulic closers are heavier duty and use fluid to create a smooth, controlled close. They are used on heavier interior doors and some exterior doors. Spring-loaded closers, including spring hinges, are the simplest option. They use a spring to pull the door shut and are great for lightweight interior doors. We help you pick the right type for your door.
How we install door closers.
Door closer installation is straightforward when you have the right tools and the right closer for the door. Here is what we do.
Assess the Door
We check the door weight, swing direction, frame condition, and what kind of closer is currently installed (if any). This determines which closer will work best.
Remove the Old Closer
We take off the old closer and brackets. If the existing mounting holes are stripped or damaged, we repair them before installing the new hardware.
Install the New Closer
We mount the brackets, attach the closer, and connect the arm. Everything gets secured with the right fasteners for your door and frame material.
Adjust and Test
We set the closing speed, latching speed, and backcheck (if applicable). We test the door multiple times to make sure it closes smoothly and latches every time.
Screen door and storm door closers
Screen doors and storm doors are the most common doors that need closers. In Florida, these doors get used constantly, opening and closing dozens of times a day as you go in and out to the patio, pool, or lanai. The heat also takes a toll on the closer's internal components. We see pneumatic closers fail after two to four years of Florida use. The fluid inside breaks down, the seals dry out, and the closer either slams the door or loses all tension. We replace them with quality units from Wright Products, Ideal Security, and National Hardware. A good closer makes a huge difference in how your screen door feels and sounds.
Interior door closers for every situation
Not every door closer goes on a screen door. We also install closers on interior doors. Garage entry doors are a big one. Building codes in many areas require that the door between your garage and your house be self-closing. Spring hinges or compact hydraulic closers do the job. We also install closers on laundry room doors, pantry doors, and doors between climate zones in the house to keep the AC where you want it. If you have pets and want a door that closes behind them automatically, a closer is the solution. Call (772) 207-4146 and tell us what you need.
Door Closer Installation Pricing
* Estimated labor costs. Parts and materials may be additional. We quote the exact price before starting.
Pneumatic closer replacement on screen and storm doors starts at $89. Hydraulic closers for heavier doors run $129 to $199 depending on the door weight and closer type. Price includes the closer and labor. If we find additional issues like a damaged hinge or a torn screen, we will quote those separately.
Door closers we install and service.
We carry closers from the most trusted names in residential door hardware and can match the right product to your door.
Serving the entire Treasure Coast.
Treasure Coast Sliding Door Repair installs door closers across Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach, Fort Pierce, Vero Beach, Palm City, Hutchinson Island, Hobe Sound, Port Salerno, and Indiantown. That covers Martin County, St. Lucie County, and Indian River County. Most appointments are same-day or next-day.