🚪 Montreal New Door Installation Issues – Adams Rite Push Paddle Problems
Installing a new door? ⚠️ Don’t ignore these common issues!
Having trouble with your newly installed Adams Rite push paddle? 🤔 Here’s what might be going on:
🚪🔐 NEW DOOR INSTALLATION – COMMON PROBLEMS & WHAT TO WATCH FOR 🔧⚠️
Just installed a new door and already having issues? It happens more often than you think — and if it’s not fixed properly now, it can turn into years of problems 😬
Here are the most common issues we see on new installations:
🔹 Adams Rite Push Paddle Jammed
➡️ Often caused by misalignment during installation
➡️ Posting screws may be off ⚙️
➡️ Paddle cam not centered (left/right issue)
🔹 Deadlatch Problems (Even When New!)
➡️ Yes — even new parts can be defective ❌
➡️ Faceplate may be too tight → needs adjustment 🔩
➡️ Latch can stick inside frame
🔹 Debris Inside Lock
➡️ After drilling or adjustments, metal or plastic pieces can fall inside 🧱
➡️ This can block the mechanism and cause malfunction
🔹 Latch Not Catching Properly
➡️ Common with low-profile strikes (ex: RCI U65)
➡️ Door gap too tight 🚪
➡️ Latch gets stuck on strike and won’t lock
⚠️ IMPORTANT ADVICE
If your door was just installed, always call the installer first 📞
👉 Fixing it now = avoiding long-term damage
👉 Ignoring it = years of frustration 😤
⚠️ Warranty Warning
If a locksmith touches a brand-new installation:
➡️ Installer may VOID your warranty ❌
This is normal in all trades.
💬 Our Honest Opinion
Installers should never leave a job unfinished.
A proper company stands behind its work until everything is working perfectly ✔️
🛠️ Need Help? Service?
We can diagnose and repair the issue — the right way.
📞 514-836-9097
📧 info@serruriermontreal.com
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