Accessibility Doors & Automatic Door Operators in Kitchener-Waterloo
Installation and setup of automatic door operators and barrier-free entrance upgrades for businesses, institutions, and multi-unit buildings across Waterloo Region — compliant, reliable, and integrated with the glass and entrance systems we know inside out.
Accessibility Door Services
Automatic Operator Installation
Low-energy and full-energy door operators installed on new entrance systems or retrofitted to existing doors — surface-mounted and concealed options.
Activation & Controls Setup
Push plates, touchless wave sensors, motion activation, and access-control integration — programmed and positioned for intuitive, code-compliant use.
Barrier-Free Entrance Upgrades
Clear-width improvements, accessible thresholds, door hardware swaps, and vestibule reconfiguration to bring entrances up to barrier-free standards.
AODA & Code Compliance
Configurations aligned with the Ontario Building Code and AODA design standards — opening force, timing, clearances, and signage considerations covered.
Service, Adjustment & Repair
Speed and force adjustments, sensor realignment, weatherstripping, and operator repairs — keeping automatic entrances safe, smooth, and compliant.
Storefront & Entrance Integration
As glaziers, we pair operators with the aluminum entrance and storefront systems we install — one contractor for the full entrance, glass to activation.
Every Building That Welcomes the Public
Accessible entrances aren't just good practice — for most public-facing and institutional buildings in Ontario, they're required. We work with owners, property managers, and project teams to bring entrances up to standard without disrupting operations.
- Schools, colleges & public facilities Barrier-free entrances and interior door operators for institutional buildings.
- Healthcare & professional offices Touchless activation and low-force operators for clinics and medical buildings.
- Retail & restaurants Customer-friendly automatic entrances that meet AODA expectations.
- Multi-residential & condos Accessible lobby and common-area doors for residents and visitors.
From Assessment to Working Entrance
Site Assessment
We review the door, frame, power, traffic flow, and the requirements that apply to your building.
Recommendation & Quote
Operator, activation, and any entrance upgrades — itemized with lead times.
Install & Setup
Clean installation, then speed, force, and sensor configuration to spec.
Test & Handover
Full operation testing and a walkthrough with your team on safe use and care.
Accessibility Door Questions
Can an automatic operator be added to my existing door?
In most cases, yes. Low-energy operators retrofit onto existing aluminum, wood, and hollow-metal doors. We assess the door, frame, hardware, and power availability on site, then recommend the right operator and activation setup.
What accessibility requirements apply to entrance doors in Ontario?
The Ontario Building Code and AODA design standards set requirements for barrier-free entrances, including clear width, opening force, thresholds, and automatic operation in many building types. We configure doors and operators to meet the requirements that apply to your building.
What activation options are available?
Push plates (round, square, jamb-mounted, bollard-mounted), touchless wave sensors, motion sensors, and key-switch or access-control integration. We help select activation that suits the traffic and layout of your entrance.
Do you service and adjust existing automatic doors?
Yes — we set up, adjust, and service automatic door operators, including opening speed and force adjustments, sensor alignment, and hardware repairs to keep entrances safe and compliant.
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Assessments and quotes for automatic operators and barrier-free upgrades across Kitchener-Waterloo.