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4 Key Differences in Mortise vs Cylindrical Lock for Contractors

4 Key Differences in Mortise vs Cylindrical Lock for Contractors

Explore the key differences between mortise and cylindrical locks for contractors' security needs.
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4 Best Practices for Commercial Door and Hardware Selection

4 Best Practices for Commercial Door and Hardware Selection

Discover essential best practices for selecting and maintaining commercial door and hardware.
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How to Adjust a Hydraulic Door Closer: Step-by-Step Guide for Contractors

How to Adjust a Hydraulic Door Closer: Step-by-Step Guide for Contractors

Learn how to adjust a hydraulic door closer with this step-by-step guide for contractors.
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Mortise Lock vs Cylindrical Lock: Key Comparisons for Contractors

Mortise Lock vs Cylindrical Lock: Key Comparisons for Contractors

Discover key differences between mortise and cylindrical locks for enhanced security and durability.
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Master the Door Closer Adjustment Diagram in 4 Simple Steps

Master the Door Closer Adjustment Diagram in 4 Simple Steps

Master door closer adjustments effortlessly with our step-by-step guide and diagram.
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Master How to Adjust a Door Closer Commercial: Step-by-Step Guide

Master How to Adjust a Door Closer Commercial: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to adjust a door closer commercial with this step-by-step guide for optimal functionality.
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4 Key Comparisons: Cylindrical Lock vs Mortise Lock Explained

4 Key Comparisons: Cylindrical Lock vs Mortise Lock Explained

Discover the key differences between cylindrical locks and mortise locks for your security needs.
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Cylindrical Lock vs Mortise Lock: Key Comparisons for Contractors

Cylindrical Lock vs Mortise Lock: Key Comparisons for Contractors

Explore key differences between cylindrical and mortise locks for security and installation insights.
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Best Practices for Commercial Metal Door and Frame Success

Best Practices for Commercial Metal Door and Frame Success

Discover best practices for selecting, installing, and maintaining commercial metal doors and frames.
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Master Commercial Door Systems: Key Practices for Contractors

Master Commercial Door Systems: Key Practices for Contractors

Master key practices for selecting, installing, and maintaining commercial door systems effectively.
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4 Best Practices for Effective Commercial Door Framing

4 Best Practices for Effective Commercial Door Framing

Discover essential best practices for effective commercial door framing to enhance safety and longevity.
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What Is a Fire Door? Importance, History, and Types Explained

What Is a Fire Door? Importance, History, and Types Explained

Discover what a fire door is and its vital role in safety, regulations, and types for protection.
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4 Steps to Choose the Right Cylindrical Lever Lockset

4 Steps to Choose the Right Cylindrical Lever Lockset

Discover how to select the ideal cylindrical lever lockset for safety and compliance.
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4 Best Practices for Automatic Closing Fire Doors in Projects

4 Best Practices for Automatic Closing Fire Doors in Projects

Discover best practices for installing and maintaining automatic closing fire doors to ensure safety.
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Master Door Closure Adjustment: Essential Steps for Contractors

Master Door Closure Adjustment: Essential Steps for Contractors

Master door closure adjustment techniques to enhance safety, security, and compliance for contractors.
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Master Fire Grade Door Selection: A Step-by-Step Guide for Contractors

Master Fire Grade Door Selection: A Step-by-Step Guide for Contractors

Master fire grade door selection with this step-by-step guide for contractors ensuring safety and compliance.
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Understand How Tall ADA Compliant Toilets Must Be for Projects

Understand How Tall ADA Compliant Toilets Must Be for Projects

Learn the height requirements for ADA compliant toilets to ensure accessibility in your projects.
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Master Hollow Metal Exterior Door Best Practices for Contractors

Master Hollow Metal Exterior Door Best Practices for Contractors

Master best practices for selecting, installing, and maintaining hollow metal exterior doors.
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FAQs

Do you supply any residential doors or hardware?

No, residential is a different beast, and we rarely help there, even for commercial-grade hardware. Other shops handle homes—we focus on commercial doors, frames, and hardware for schools, churches, and offices. Our architectural wood doors and fancy hardware make buildings gorgeous, but that’s for commercial projects, not houses.

Do you supply commercial overhead doors or garage doors?

Nope, we don’t supply commercial overhead, garage, or roll-up man doors for factories right now. We’re eyeing those products for the future, but our focus is on doors, frames, and hardware (DFH) for schools, hospitals, and offices. We stick to what we do best to keep your projects on track.

Do you require a down-payment and/or will you give terms to contractors?

We’ve learned the hard way and tightened up our payment process. Long-term clients won’t notice a change, but for new folks or slow payers, we need 50% down on special orders and the remainder at pickup or delivery. We’re happy to talk terms after a credit check and good payment history show you’re solid.

Why should we trust Midwest Door over other Commercial Door and Hardware distributors in the region?

We get it—everyone claims great service, but you’ll judge us by what we do, not what we say. If we don’t deliver, you’d pick someone else, and that’s fair. We’re not perfect, but we work hard on our team and systems to nail your project every time. You’ll choose us every time you have a choice because we’ve earned it with solid service and communication.

What is your service area for minor adjustments and complete installation work?

For minor door, frame, and hardware tweaks, we stay a little closer to home, covering Lincoln, North Platte, and some work in the Omaha metro area. For bigger installations, we team up with trusted third-party contractors. However, the buck stops with us—we guarantee quality service and products every time.

What is Midwest Door and Hardware’s market area?

We serve national retail clients, but our heart is Nebraska, covering the whole state and Omaha-Lincoln metro areas. We’re expanding to underserved regions and love supporting rural communities alongside big metro projects. Wherever you are, we partner to make your project work.

I have a gouged wood door, do you do cosmetic repair?

Absolutely! We fix gouges, holes, scratches, and dings to make wood doors look brand new, saving you thousands on replacements. We work with contractors, building owners, and manufacturers to repair doors damaged in shipping, installation, or workplace activities. It’s like the damage never happened.

Do you typically deliver products to the job site?

We deliver on our trucks from Council Bluffs to North Platte, ensuring doors and hardware arrive ready to install. Unlike others, we don’t wait for a full truckload—we get you what you need fast, area by area. If timelines are tight or you’re further out, we’ll drop-ship from factories or use carriers, always prioritizing your project’s schedule.

I heard you have 2-3 day lead times on common stocked items. What are those items?

With thousands of door, frame, and hardware combos, it’s tough to stock exactly what every small project needs. We keep common sizes ready for 2–3 day delivery, and our shop can make tweaks if we’re not swamped with big jobs. If you’re flexible, we’ll talk through what’s in stock to fit your needs fast.

What are your typical lead times for special order items?

Special order lead times vary by item and timing, typically 3–5 weeks for most projects. We can rush orders, but they may still take weeks due to supply chain hiccups. Our wholesale partners often have stock available, and we’ll keep you posted with honest timelines and updates.

How can your fabrication shop help me with my project needs?

As the only fabrication shop west of Omaha, we modify stock doors for small jobs and assemble frame pieces in-house for large projects. This saves you money over pricier factory-welded frames and bulky shipping costs.

What sets Midwest Door apart from other distributors?

Our team, systems, and tech work together to deliver consistently, earning a reputation that brings clients back. We know a strong reputation means repeat business, and a weak one can hurt us.

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