Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Security and Door Solutions
Founded in 1972, APV (APV) has grown into one of the premier door and hardware suppliers in Virginia and Maryland. As a family-owned business with roots tracing back to 1941, we combine decades of industry expertise with a commitment to personalized service. Our team of certified consultants and technicians specializes in commercial door solutions, access control systems, and security integration, serving architects, general contractors, and facility managers. We maintain partnerships with leading manufacturers to deliver innovative products tailored to each project's unique requirements.Our pre-installed hardware solutions streamline construction timelines while ensuring quality control. With a DCJS-certified locksmith on staff and 24/7 emergency support capabilities, we provide comprehensive security solutions including fire door inspections, key management systems, and integrated access control. Our success is measured by our clients' satisfaction, supported by a dedicated team that follows projects from initial consultation through completion.
Services
Access Control
Security Integration
Pre-Installed Hardware
Locksmith Services
Fire Door Inspection
Wood Door Repair
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Celebrating 50 years of service excellence in door and security solutions
- Factory-certified technicians for major hardware and access control brands
- 24/7 emergency support for critical security and fire door needs
- Exclusive in-house pre-installation facility minimizes job site complications
- DCJS-certified locksmith provides integrated key system expertise
Associations and certifications
- ISO 27001
Services
Access Control
Our access control solutions integrate electronic locks, biometric readers, and cloud-based software to secure commercial facilities. We offer scalable systems for small offices to enterprise campuses, including mobile credentials and visitor management integration. Systems feature real-time monitoring, audit trails, and emergency lockdown capabilities while maintaining compliance with building codes and accessibility standards.
Fire Door Inspection
Certified technicians perform NFPA 80-compliant fire door inspections to verify proper operation of safety components. Our team evaluates door closers, latching hardware, and gasketing while documenting deficiencies. We provide detailed reports with repair recommendations to maintain life safety systems and meet regulatory requirements for commercial buildings.
Pre-Installed Hardware
Factory-installed door hardware solutions reduce on-site labor by 75% while improving quality control. Our 10,000 sq ft facility accommodates custom configurations with electrical components tested prior to delivery. This process minimizes job site damage and allows later installation in construction timelines, supported by labeled, location-specific packaging for efficient deployment.
Locksmith Services
Our DCJS-certified locksmith provides high-security key systems with patented cylinder technology and electronic key management. Services include master key system design, key control cabinets, and integration with access control platforms. We offer emergency lockout assistance and 24/7 support for commercial security needs across Virginia and Maryland.
Security Integration
Full-service security integration combines access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems. Our specialists design unified solutions using industry-leading platforms like AMAG Symmetry and Avigilon Alta. Systems incorporate mobile credentials, biometric authentication, and enterprise-level management software to create comprehensive physical security ecosystems for commercial facilities.
Questions
What commercial door services do you offer?
We provide access control systems, fire door inspections, pre-installed hardware solutions, locksmith services, and wood door repair for commercial clients in Virginia and Maryland.
Do you offer emergency security services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency support for critical security needs including lockouts, fire door compliance issues, and access control system failures.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team includes factory-certified technicians for major hardware brands and a DCJS-certified locksmith specializing in high-security key systems.
How does pre-installed hardware benefit construction projects?
Pre-installed hardware reduces on-site labor by 75%, minimizes door damage during construction, and ensures quality-controlled installations with tested electrical components.
What security systems do you support?
We integrate access control platforms including AMAG Symmetry, Avigilon Alta, and acre Access Control with biometric readers, mobile credentials, and enterprise management software.
Do you provide fire door compliance inspections?
Yes, our NFPA 80-compliant fire door inspections include documentation of deficiencies and repair recommendations to maintain life safety systems.
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