A damaged door sweep is easy to add to a punch list, but the repair scope should consider the doorway around it. A sweep, threshold, frame and door hardware work together. Replacing one piece may not address a door that is misaligned or does not close properly.
What to photograph before requesting work
Take a wide photograph of the doorway and closer views of the bottom edge, threshold and any visible damage. Note whether the door closes fully, whether it catches during normal operation and whether the concern is constant or intermittent. Do not force or alter the door to test it.
Questions worth asking
- Is the visible gap limited to the bottom edge, or does it continue along the frame?
- Is the sweep torn, missing or pulling away?
- Does the threshold or surrounding surface also need repair?
- Has your pest-control provider identified this door as a concern?
- Are there access, fire-door or building-management requirements to coordinate?
How door repairs fit pest prevention
The EPA includes door sweeps and repairs to gaps under doors among building pest-prevention measures. The right repair depends on the condition of the opening and the requirements of the door assembly. Read the EPA building guidance.
For restaurants, consider the delivery routine as well as the repair. Let the repair crew and pest-control provider know which doors see frequent use so the scope reflects the way the property operates. Repairs must preserve required access and the door’s intended operation.
Request a coordinated repair scope
Onyx provides door sweep, hardware, gap and surrounding-surface repairs as part of commercial maintenance. We can review existing pest-control findings or look for potential entry points during a free evaluation. Share the location, photographs and available access times when you call.
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