Fire Door Inspection Plantation

What Does a Fire Door Inspection Include?

We check 12 items per NFPA 80: door condition, frame condition, hinges, closer operation, latch engagement, gap clearances (3/16 max at head/jamb, 3/4 max at bottom), fire label, glazing label, astragal (if paired), coordinator (if paired), gasketing/seals, and no field modifications. That's the complete NFPA 80 checklist.

NFPA 80 Section 5.2 requires annual inspection of all fire door assemblies by a 'knowledgeable individual.' That's us. According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire doors are the most commonly failed inspection item in commercial building fire audits.

What Does a Fire Door Inspection Include?

NFPA 80 (Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives) requires annual inspection of all fire-rated door assemblies. Triton Locksmith Plantation performs comprehensive fire door inspections covering every component of the rated assembly:

• Door label: Verify the fire rating label is present and legible on the door edge.
• Frame label: Verify the frame carries a matching or higher fire rating.
• Hardware: All hardware (hinges, closer, latch, exit device) must be listed for fire door use. No unauthorized modifications.
• Gaps: Maximum 1/8" gap at head and jamb sides. Maximum 3/4" gap at the bottom (unless a threshold is present).
• Self-closing: The door must close and latch from any open position without assistance.
• Self-latching: The latch must engage the strike without manual intervention.
• No hold-open devices: Unless connected to the fire alarm system for automatic release.
• Glazing: Any glass must be fire-rated and properly labeled.
• Seals and gaskets: Intumescent seals and smoke gaskets must be intact.

Common Fire Door Deficiencies

• Missing or illegible labels: The door or frame label has been painted over, removed, or is no longer legible. This may require a field inspection by a qualified person to determine the rating.
• Excessive gaps: Worn hinges cause sagging, increasing gaps beyond allowed maximums. We replace hinges and realign the door.
• Non-rated hardware: Someone installed a residential-grade closer, non-listed hinges, or a non-fire-rated lock. We replace with listed hardware.
• Wedges and hold-open devices: Staff propping fire doors open with wedges, chairs, or unauthorized hold-open devices. This is a code violation. We install hold-open closers that release on fire alarm.
• Damaged closer: A door closer that does not close and latch the door from any position fails the inspection.

Fire Door Repair After Inspection

Triton Locksmith Plantation repairs all deficiencies found during the inspection on the same visit whenever possible. Common repairs include hinge replacement ($150-$250), closer replacement ($200-$400), gap adjustment ($95-$200), and hardware upgrades ($100-$300). All repairs are documented in the inspection report for your building records and fire marshal compliance.

How Much Do Fire Door Inspections Cost?

• Single fire door inspection: $75-$125
• Building-wide inspection (10-20 doors): $500-$1,000
• Building-wide inspection (20-50 doors): $1,000-$2,000
• Repairs: Quoted per deficiency found
• Written report with photos: Included with every inspection

Where Does Triton Locksmith Plantation Inspect Fire Doors?

Any commercial building required to have fire-rated door assemblies. Hospitals, schools, office buildings, apartment buildings, hotels, and retail. Plantation, Lauderhill, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, Davie. Call (954) 994-2625 to schedule an inspection.

Fire Door Inspection Scheduling

Triton Locksmith Plantation schedules fire door inspections during normal business hours or after hours based on your preference. For hospitals, schools, and other facilities where door access is critical during the day, we perform inspections during low-traffic periods. We coordinate with your facility manager to minimize disruption while ensuring every fire-rated door assembly gets a thorough NFPA 80 inspection.

For property managers with multiple buildings across Plantation, Lauderhill, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Triton Locksmith Plantation provides portfolio-wide fire door inspection services with consolidated reporting. One comprehensive report covers all buildings, making it easy to track compliance across your entire portfolio and budget for any needed repairs.

Triton Locksmith Plantation is a trusted fire door inspection provider for property managers and building owners across Plantation and Broward County. Over 20 years of commercial door experience means we identify deficiencies quickly and repair them on the same visit whenever possible. Your compliance documentation is ready before we leave.