Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Doors

Commercial doors are made for businesses: stores, hospitals, offices, schools and factories. They're built tougher than residential doors to handle heavy use and the weather.

Commercial vs Residential Doors

• Heavier materials, frames and hinges built for hundreds of openings a day
• Commercial-grade closers, locks and panic hardware
• Fire ratings and accessibility features where the building code requires them
• Designed for easy, fast repairs to limit downtime

The right choice depends on how the door is used and the look you want. A commercial door specialist can recommend brands and styles that fit.

Choosing a Material

• Glass: tempered or laminated safety glass is strong and gives a sleek, open look for showrooms and retail, though it can break under enough force.
• Aluminum: a similar modern look with a choice of finishes and colours; light, rust-free and durable.
• Fibreglass: resists corrosion from salt air, can be painted and comes in finishes including faux wood.
• Steel: strong and durable with little maintenance; the top choice for security.

What Are Storefront Doors?

Storefront doors are the main entrances of retail spaces. They come in many styles and are usually much smaller than overhead doors. A good storefront door should be:

• Attractive, because it's the first thing customers see
• Durable, because it opens and closes all day
• Easy to repair, so a problem doesn't close your business

Repairs and Emergency Service

Every business door needs repairs at some point. GVA Garage Doors offers 24/7 commercial door repair in Burnaby and across Greater Vancouver, with same-day service to keep you open. Call 604.398.4009.