Push Force Check
A technician presses the bar the way staff and customers do, feeling for drag and watching the latch spring back into the strike.
Round-the-Clock Exit Device Service
24/7 Commercial Exit Device Repair & Replacement for DMV Businesses
Exit hardware that releases on the first push and locks behind the last employee out.
Written price before work Available 24/7
A push bar that sticks halfway, or a latch that never springs back out, turns a rear exit into the easiest way into the building. Staff tends to work around it by wedging the door open for deliveries or leaving the latch held back with a dogging key long after closing. These are the calls DMV Commercial Door Repair answers. Our technicians replace worn latches, return springs, and outside trim, or fit a new exit device when the old one can’t be saved.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Within Minutes Callback Time
Rim & Mortise Exit Devices
Free On-Site Estimates
Parts you can trust
We Service the Exit Device Brands Commercial Buildings Count On
Every door we fix gets parts from makers that commercial buildings already rely on.
What we fix
Commercial Exit Device Repair Built Around How Your Door Gets Used
Back doors and side entrances take hard pushes all day, plus the occasional shoulder from someone carrying boxes. Spraying lubricant into the mechanism or tightening the end cap quiets the problem for a week or two. Meanwhile, the cracked return spring or worn latch bolt inside keeps wearing down until someone replaces it.
Every visit from DMV Commercial Door Repair starts with opening the mechanism case, finding the failed piece, and matching the new part to the device’s make and series. Hardware that is cracked, outdated, or wrong for the opening gets replaced with new commercial exit devices sized to the door. Doors tied to card readers or alarm panels are covered too, from electric latch retraction to delayed egress devices on high-theft exits. Staff get a bar that pushes smoothly, and the door catches its latch on every close.
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Take care of the entrance
Secure Your Rear Door Before It Becomes the Way In
Rear Entrances Are a Top Target for Business Break-Ins. Book Your Service Today.
A closer look. A clear price.
What Our Free Exit Device Estimate Covers
Each visit starts at the bar and ends with a straight recommendation.
Installed with care
Our Rules for Every Exit Device We Touch
Panic hardware gets tested at the worst possible moment, when a crowd needs out fast. That moment shapes every repair and install our crew finishes.
Secure from outside.
Ready from inside.
Easy Release
Each bar is adjusted until it opens without a struggle.
Full-Width Bars
Where code calls for panic hardware, bars cover at least half the door’s width.
Fire Labels Respected
Rated doors only get hardware carrying a fire exit label.
Strike Set Right
Strikes get adjusted until the latch seats fully on every close.
No Chains or Padlocks
An exit we secure always opens from the inside.
Repairs Before Upgrades
A worn spring gets replaced before anyone suggests buying a new device.
From our Google reviews
Words From Clients We’ve Already Served
Reviews shared by local business owners.
Google reviews2 weeks ago
Someone smashed the glass on our storefront door around 9 PM. They had a crew out within the hour and boarded it up securely, then came back two days later with the new tempered glass. Professional and fast.
Marcus T.Google review
1 month ago
We manage several office buildings in Northern Virginia and use them for all our door hardware. Closers, panic bars, locks, they’ve handled it all. Always on time and the work is clean.
Denise R.Google review
3 weeks ago
Our restaurant’s front door wouldn’t latch properly and it was a security issue. The tech diagnosed it quickly, replaced the hardware, and we were back open the same day. Fair price too.
Carlos M.Google review
2 months ago
Excellent communication from the first call. They gave an honest quote, showed up when they said they would, and the new glass doors look great. Highly recommend for any Maryland business.
Priya S.Google review
1 month ago
Good work replacing the glass on our shop entrance. The scheduling took a day longer than expected because of a glass delivery, but the crew kept us updated and the result was solid.
James W.Google review
5 days ago
Called after hours for an emergency board-up and a real person answered. The technician arrived quickly and left the site secure and tidy. That kind of service is rare.
Angela B.Google review
2 months ago
They replaced the aluminum storefront doors at our D.C. retail location. The team was careful around customers and finished ahead of schedule. Great craftsmanship.
Robert K.Google review
3 weeks ago
Our automatic door closer kept failing and two other companies couldn’t fix it. These guys found the problem in minutes. Wish I had called them first.
Tanya H.Google review
1 week ago
Transparent pricing, no surprise fees, and quality safety glass. They explained the options and helped us pick what fit our budget. Will use them again.
Michael D.Google review
1 month ago
Very knowledgeable team. They handled a cracked glass panel on our office door quickly and cleaned up completely afterward. Would use again.
Linda F.Google review
Local expertise. Every entrance.
Why DMV Business Owners Keep Our Number Saved
Whole Door Inspected
The closer and frame get looked at too, since either one can keep a good latch from catching.
Day and Night Dispatch
A back door that won’t lock at 10 p.m. can still get a technician that night.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
If the device acts up after our work, a technician returns at no extra charge.
Every Exit Device Type
Rim, mortise, narrow stile, alarmed, and electrified devices on hollow metal, wood, or aluminum doors.
Price Approved First
Owners see and approve the written price before any work begins.
Quiet Around Customers
Work fits around open hours and lunch rushes, and old hardware leaves in our van.
Break-In Claim Support
After a forced back door, photos and written notes are ready for the insurance claim.
Careful Work on Every Door
Our technicians check the fit, operation, and release of every device before finishing the work.
Serving the Whole DMV
Foggy Bottom, Adams Morgan, Wheaton, Laurel, McLean, and Springfield.
Keep business moving
Make Every Exit Bar Easy Enough for Anyone to Push
Before you book
A Few Things
You Might Be Asking.
Exit device repair. Clear answers.
How much does commercial exit device repair cost?
A latch or return spring replacement sits at the low end of the range. Fire-rated, alarmed, and mortise devices cost more to repair or replace. Outside trim and strike work add to the total as well. A free on-site estimate puts the exact price in writing before any work starts.
Why won’t my exit device latch when the door closes?
Many times the device is still dogged from earlier in the day. A broken return spring, a worn latch bolt, or a strike that shifted out of line can also stop the latch from catching. A technician can pinpoint the cause during one visit and fix it on the spot in most cases.
What does dogging an exit device mean?
Dogging holds the push bar and latch in the retracted position. The door then swings freely without latching during busy open hours. It works with a hex key or a small key cylinder. Fire exit hardware is built without dogging because fire doors must latch every time they close.
Is there commercial exit device repair near me in the DMV?
Yes, businesses looking for commercial exit device repair near me in D. C., Maryland, or Northern Virginia can book our technicians directly. The service area covers Washington, D. C., Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax County. Call us to check a specific address.
Can an exit device unlock with a card reader?
Yes, an exit device with electric latch retraction pulls the latch back when a card reader, keypad, or timer sends a signal. The door can stay unlocked during business hours and lock on its own at closing. The push bar still works normally from the inside at all times.
Do all businesses need panic hardware on exit doors?
No, the code ties panic hardware to how a space is used. Under the International Building Code, assembly and educational spaces with 50 or more occupants need it, along with high-hazard areas. Many offices and stores still choose exit devices because they hold up well under heavy daily use.
What is the difference between rim and mortise exit devices?
A rim exit device mounts on the face of the door and latches into a strike on the frame. Most single commercial doors use this type. A mortise exit device works with a lock body set into a pocket in the door edge. That design looks cleaner and latches more securely, though it takes more work to install.
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Tell us about the door, the damage, and where you need help.
Door, hardware, and operation checked.
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Washington, D.C. · Montgomery County · Prince George’s County · Arlington · Alexandria · Fairfax County