Why Your Business Needs Emergency Exit Door Inspections

In an emergency, your exit doors become the most critical part of your building. Whether it’s a fire, gas leak, or power failure, those doors need to function perfectly—every time. And if they don’t, your business could face legal liability, failed inspections, or even worse—putting lives at risk.

At Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm, we help Phoenix businesses maintain safe, code-compliant emergency exits with routine inspections and repairs of door hardware and locking mechanisms.

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Why Exit Door Inspections Matter

Fire marshals and inspectors frequently cite businesses for
Exit doors that won’t open
Missing or broken panic hardware
Blocked exits
Unlabeled or locked doors
Each violation can result in fines, shutdowns, or delays in occupancy.

Key Features of a Compliant Emergency Exit Door

Opens in the direction of egress
Can be opened with one motion—no key, tool, or special knowledge required
Equipped with panic hardware for high-occupancy areas
Self-closing and self-latching
Unobstructed by equipment or signage
Marked with illuminated exit signs

What We Check During an Inspection

Panic bars and push-to-exit hardware
Door closers for proper swing and speed
Strike plate alignment and lock engagement
Latch functionality and ADA lever operation
Fire door labeling and hardware certification
Weatherstripping or hinge issues
Clear path of egress from the inside

How Often Should Exit Doors Be Inspected?

Annually at minimum
Quarterly or monthly in high-traffic buildings (retail, restaurants, schools)
After any renovations that affect walls, doors, or hardware
Immediately after a reported malfunction or fire inspection failure

Common Issues We Find

Doors that drag, stick, or fail to latch
Panic hardware that’s broken or missing return spring
Deadbolts added to fire exits (illegal in most cases)
Blocked exits with inventory or displays
Hardware replaced with non-compliant or residential-grade locks

Who Needs Exit Door Inspections?

Restaurants and bars
Retail storefronts
Medical offices and clinics
Schools and daycares
Warehouse and manufacturing
Commercial office buildings
Churches and event venues

We Inspect Exit Doors Throughout Phoenix

Our locksmith team works in
Arcadia
Ahwatukee
Maryvale
Downtown Phoenix
Camelback East
Biltmore
North and South Phoenix
And all of Maricopa County

Safety, Compliance, and Peace of Mind

When it comes to emergency exits, there’s no room for guesswork. Let us inspect your doors, fix what’s not working, and make sure your business is ready—before the next inspection or emergency happens.

Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix
(602) 854-2766
affordablesecurityphoenix.com

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