Automatic sliding doors are designed to be durable and long lasting. However, with several years of regular use and exposure to outdoor conditions, even they eventually start to break down and require additional maintenance. These are some of the signs your office’s automatic sliding doors need repair and what you can do to prevent these things from happening in the future.

The Doors Aren’t Operating

One of the first things to be on the lookout for are indicators that your doors are no longer operating. This could mean they refuse to open, or even that they’ll open but fail to close afterwards. Both of these cases demonstrate issues with the motor mechanism or, potentially, the optical sensors. So, you’ll need your maintenance professionals to take a look at them to accurately diagnose the problem.

They Move Uncontrollably

Your doors might also be in need of repairs if they’re regularly opening and closing on their own accord. This can prevent you from fully utilizing them because they simply aren’t capable of being controlled. Doors closing by themselves may even shut on visitors if you aren’t careful. As such, you should always address this immediately by inspecting the door’s optical sensor for access sensitivity.

Door Panels are Getting Stuck

Another crucial sign your office’s automatic sliding doors need repair is if their door panels are consistently getting stuck along their tracks. After years of being walked over and possibly kicked by individuals entering and exiting your building, the tracks have sustained damage. When this happens, it’s easier for the rollers to catch on slight bends and stick when they’re trying to open or close. Take the time to check them before they can become damaged prevent this from happening.

There Is Visible Damage

You may notice your doors have sustained visible damage—possibly from the outdoor elements or from improper movement patterns. Unfortunately, this can’t always be avoided. You can help mitigate the chances of it happening by properly maintaining each component of the door and ensuring it’s always functioning correctly.

If you’re in need of professionals to fix your office’s automatic doors, look no further than Pacific Entrance LLC. Our team of highly-trained engineers have experience handling a series of different mechanical issues—making us the perfect pick for any automatic door repair or installation job. So, don’t hesitate to give us a call or request a quote.