$2,000–$5,000 CAD
Indicative installed budget · one low-energy swing door operator
Planning to automate an existing hinged door?
This Canadian market estimate provides a starting point for budgeting.
Your operator, activation controls and the condition of the opening determine the scope.
A planning range, not an On Point Locksmith quote or minimum advertised price.
Some projects fall outside this range.
Confirm taxes, electrical work, door repairs and access control in your itemized estimate.
What would it cost for your door?
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A heavy entrance door, an unresponsive push button or a door that will not close properly can make everyday access difficult.
Talk to On Point Locksmith about a new automatic operator or a problem with your existing swing door system.
An automatic swing door operator powers a hinged door through its opening cycle.
Depending on the system, a user can activate it with a push button, a touchless switch or a compatible access control device.
For a strata entrance, clinic, shop or office, the right solution starts with the door itself: how it moves, how it locks and who needs to use it.
Often, an operator can be fitted to an existing door, but suitability needs to be checked first.
Choose the closest description for useful details to share when arranging service.
Share photos of both sides of the door, the frame above it and the lock hardware. Include the building type and how you would like people to activate the door.
If the door is striking people, slamming or moving unpredictably, keep people clear and contact your building manager or service provider.
Do not adjust the operator, bypass sensors or obstruct an exit.
A door that does not open automatically does not necessarily need a new operator.
The fault may involve the activation device, power supply, locking sequence or resistance in the door hardware.
For example, if a reader accepts a fob but the door stays shut, the lock release and operator activation both need checking.
If the door rubs against the frame, the alignment issue also needs attention.
Describe what happens before, during and after the fault, and whether it affects every use or only happens occasionally.
A repair may make sense when the fault is isolated and compatible parts are available.
Replacement may be worth discussing if parts are unavailable, faults keep returning or the existing equipment no longer suits the entrance.
The decision should account for the condition of the whole door system, not just the operator above it.
For rubbing, sagging or damaged doors, see our door repair service.
The operator, mounting arrangement, door condition, activation devices and integration with existing locks all affect the work involved.
Power supply changes and site access may also affect the estimate.
Ask what is included in the assessment, parts, labour and any separate electrical work before approving the job.
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A wave-to-open switch requires a deliberate action close to the device.
A motion-activated entrance detects an approaching person.
The choice affects how the system operates and which protective measures are needed.
An operator can reduce the effort needed to open a door, but the entrance also needs a suitable approach, clear opening, threshold and activation location.
The complete entrance needs assessment against the requirements that apply to the project.
That depends on the operator, access control system and locking hardware.
They need a compatible sequence so the lock releases before the operator tries to open the door.
Share the equipment details when requesting an assessment.
Behaviour depends on the operator, locking arrangement and any backup supply.
Confirm how the door will be used manually and how people can exit during a power failure as part of the installation assessment.
A photo of the visible label helps confirm model compatibility and parts options.
If you cannot see a label, send a photo of the complete unit.
Do not remove a cover to find it.
The operator is only one part of the sequence.
On a controlled entrance, the activation signal, lock release and door movement need to happen in the right order.
A button or compatible control sends a request.
Where access is restricted, permission must be confirmed.
Where an electric lock is fitted, it must release before powered opening begins.
A valid fob alone does not prove the lock has released.
The door opens, then remains open for the configured interval.
Protective devices respond according to the system design.
The door returns to the frame and latches where required.
The locking system returns to its intended access mode.
Example sequence, not a wiring diagram.
The exact behaviour depends on the operator, locking hardware, operating mode and protective devices.
| Check | What to confirm | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Entry and exit | How each button, reader and exit control operates in the agreed mode. | Staff understand which controls permit entry and how people leave. |
| Lock timing | The fitted lock releases before powered opening begins. | The operator should not attempt to drive against a locked door. |
| Opening pause | The configured hold-open interval and how repeat activation is handled. | People have time to pass through the entrance as intended. |
| Protective response | The technician explains and tests the fitted safety devices using the appropriate procedure. | Users know what the system detects and how it responds. |
| Final closure | The door reaches its closed position and latches where required. | A completed opening cycle should not leave the entrance unintentionally unsecured. |
| Power loss | The actual manual-use and exit procedure for this door and lock combination. | Staff do not have to guess what to do during an outage. |
| Service record | Equipment model, work completed, operating instructions and the maintenance contact. | The next service visit starts with a clear record of the installed system. |
On a small screen, swipe inside the table to see all columns.
Ask the technician to demonstrate protective functions.
Do not test them by standing in the door’s path or placing a hand between the door and frame.
