Aluminum Door Delivery and Installation for Commercial Sites

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Aluminum door delivery and installation for a commercial site works best when measurements, drawings and approvals are finished before production starts, and delivery is timed to the stage of the build when openings are ready. Coordinating these steps with the construction schedule prevents idle crews, damaged frames and doors waiting in storage.

Start With Accurate On-Site Measurement

Doors for commercial projects are made to the actual opening, not to the plan alone. Measurement should be done once the rough openings are finished, plumb and level, because walls often differ from the drawings by a few millimeters. Record each opening with its number, width, height, wall thickness and the direction of swing.

Checking the measurements against the architectural drawings before production is the cheapest way to avoid rework later. Any difference should be flagged and resolved in writing before the order goes into the factory.

Approve Drawings and Specifications in Writing

A written specification and a drawing for each door type should be approved by the contractor, architect or interior designer before manufacturing begins. The document should cover frame profile, glazing, hardware, lock type, finish color and any fire or security requirements that apply to the building.

Door schedule with a number for every opening
Swing direction and handing for each door
Finish and color reference
Hardware and lock list

Plan Production Around the Build Schedule

Work backwards from the date when the openings must be ready for installation. Aluminum doors go through cutting, assembly and finishing, and the finishing stage must be allowed enough time to cure before packing. Ask for a production date and confirm it against the site program so that doors are neither too early nor too late.

Where a building is delivered in phases, group openings by floor or zone so that each batch arrives when the corresponding area is ready to receive it.

Protect Doors During Transport and Storage

Commercial doors are often delivered in larger units and can be damaged by careless handling. Each door should be wrapped and packed upright on a stable base, with corners protected and frames kept dry. On arrival, store the doors flat or upright on clean supports, away from wet concrete, plaster and dust.

Inspect every unit at delivery against the packing list and note any damage on the delivery document while the driver is still present.

Prepare the Site Before Installation

Installation goes faster when the opening is ready. The rough opening should be clean, the floor level at the threshold, and any anchoring points or fixing blocks in place. Electrical and access-control cables for the door should be run to the correct position before the frame is set.

Clear access route for the door units
Confirmed opening sizes and plumb walls
Power or cable points where electric hardware is fitted

Fit, Adjust and Hand Over the Doors

Installation includes setting the frame, fixing it to the structure, fitting the leaf, adjusting hinges and closers, and checking the smooth operation of locks and seals. The doors should be tested for opening, closing and latching before the site team leaves the area.

Hand over with a short checklist covering operation, cleaning instructions and any maintenance items, so the site team knows what to protect during the rest of the works.

Frequently asked questions

How long before installation should aluminum doors be delivered?

Delivery should arrive shortly before the openings are ready to receive them, not weeks in advance. Storing doors on site for long periods increases the risk of damage during the remaining construction work.

Do I need to measure the openings myself before ordering?

Measurement should be done on site after the rough openings are finished, either by the contractor or by the manufacturer. Measuring from drawings alone can lead to mismatched doors.

Who checks the doors when they arrive on site?

The contractor or site supervisor should check each unit against the packing list and inspect for damage before signing the delivery note. Any issues should be recorded immediately.

Can installation be done in phases across a large building?

Yes, doors can be produced and delivered in batches grouped by floor or zone. This matches the doors to the stages of the build and keeps storage on site to a minimum.

Common mistakes to avoid

Ordering doors before openings are measured and confirmed, and letting finished doors sit unprotected in the middle of active construction.

Our recommendation

Agree on a delivery and installation date in writing, tie it to a specific milestone in the site program, and confirm openings are ready 48 hours before the doors arrive.

Summary

Plan measurement, approvals, production, delivery and installation as one sequence tied to the construction schedule for smooth aluminum door delivery on commercial sites.

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