Many business owners find that automatic doors are convenient for their customers, especially in shops where the customer would otherwise struggle to open the door while carrying armloads of groceries or merchandise. When something goes wrong with the door’s mechanisms, however, this level of convenience is sacrificed until repairs are done. Here are three potential issues you may encounter with your doors.

3 Problems That May Afflict Automatic Doors

1. The Door Jams While Halfway Open

When a door stops before it has fully opened or closed, your customers and employees may find themselves stuck on the wrong side. Debris could be keeping the rollers from moving along the tracks properly, so a technician’s first step will be to clean the tracks. They will also check that none of the components are damaged or bent.

2. The Door Refuses to Open

When someone walks up to a door and it doesn’t budge, one of the most likely causes is a malfunctioning sensor. Either the sensor didn’t pick up the motion of the approaching person, or the sensor did pick it up, but didn’t communicate it to the opening mechanism, likely because of bad wiring. An expert will deduce whether the wiring needs fixing or the sensor or another component needs replacement.

3. The Door Has Poor Timing

An ill-timed automatic door likely has a sensor issue. Even if the door functions well enough to tell when it needs to open to let someone inside, it may not be able to tell when the visitor has finished passing through. The door may close before the person has cleared the entrance or remain open long after they’ve left the area. In this case, the sensors will need to be inspected and perhaps replaced.

When you need help with your automatic doors, turn to the experts at Automatic Door Specialists in Waipahu, HI. For over 30 years, they’ve provided clients throughout Oahu and the neighboring islands with a massive selection of options for door installation as well as the repairs and maintenance necessary to keep them working. Whether you want an automatic door for your home or your business, these licensed technicians can help. Learn more about their products and services online, and call (808) 678-8880 to discuss your needs with a representative.