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PIVOT HINGE REPLACEMENT

Don't let broken pivot hinges compromise your security

FAQs

A door pivot hinge is a mechanism that facilitates the door’s opening and closing even if it is not attached to the frame. It can be found on many common fixtures such as cabinet doors, patio doors, garage doors, etc. 

There is nothing preventing property owners from installing a door pivot hinge on their own, but it is not recommended. You should instead hire a professional, so that you can save yourself from the hassle and future problems arising from improperly installed door pivot hinges.

The cost of a door pivot hinge replacement will be subject to a wide variety of factors, including the kind of door you have as well as the kind and brand of pivot hinge you want. Sometimes there will be cost variations even in cases where the only difference is the location – such as a kitchen door pivot hinge replacement being cheaper than replacing one found in the bathroom.

If you hire a professional from Locksmith Palm Springs, replacing a door pivot hinge should take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on the number of hinges you need replace as well as mitigating factors (such as age of door, complexity of the project, etc.)

Yes, door pivot hinges are designed for safety. Their designs are simple and have no complicated steps when it comes to opening and closing doors. 

What Is A Door Pivoting Hinge?

Most commercial storefront doors use a hinge mechanism called a door pivoting hinge. These types of hinges allow the door to swing both open and shut without being attached to its frame. Homeowners often choose these types of hinges because they don’t require drilling into the walls of their houses or garages.

Do All Garage Doors Need a Door Pivot Hinges?

There are many reasons for choosing a door pivot hinge instead of other types of garage door openers. First, they’re more convenient. Most garage door openers allow the garage door to be moved independently of the garage door itself. It means that you won’t have to worry about accidentally locking yourself out of the house when you’re inside. Another advantage of using a door pivot hinges is that they make the garage door easier to operate. Unlike traditional garage door opener systems, door pivot hinges make opening and closing the garage doors a breeze.

If you’re looking for an easy way to replace your old door hinge, you might want to consider installing a new one instead of replacing your old one.

This is because replacing a door pivot hinge is not always the most efficient solution. There are more cases where it is better to just buy a new one. Here are some reasons why:

1) There is damage or defect in your old pivot hinge

2) The old pivot hinge is of the wrong size

3) You want the color of your existing hinge to be changed.

4) You wish to improve the aesthetics of your garage door

5) Functionality of the old door is compromised

6) The old garage door is lacking in security

7) Your current garage door opener is not compatible with your old door pivot hinge

8) You simply need a new door pivot hinge

9) You want want an automatic garage door opener

10) A new door is being added to the garage

Regardless of the reason for needing a new door pivoting hinges, you want to do them right the first time around. Hire professionals to get things done right the first time. Locksmith Palm Springs can help repair, replace or install a new door pivot hinge or solve any business lock out issue. Get in touch with us now to speak to one of our support team members. We’re always here for you!

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