Door Consultants, Inc. was founded by Lynn Ward (aka Door Guy), professional carpenter, and entrepreneur. Lynn has made installing new doors a specialty since 1980, where he began in Milwaukee. Our office is located in the loop, so if needed, we can be almost any place in the city within an hour. We respond to emergency calls at any time, day or night and weekends.
We specialize in emergency door repair from break-ins and other situations as well as custom installations of new doors. All the work we do is completed at our customer's location. The first trend in the door work was the installation of new wood doors into existing wood frames. This required that a few special tools be acquired and some custom tools be made.
We specialize in emergency door repair from break-ins and other situations as well as custom installations of new doors. All the work we do is completed at our customer's location. The first trend in the door work was the installation of new wood doors into existing wood frames. This required that a few special tools be acquired and some custom tools be made.
Services
At Door Consultants, Inc. all we do is doors. Whether it be an emergency repair as a result of a break-in or other repairs we most often can make them on the same day as you call. This being the only thing we do has resulted in experience with every conceivable repair and replacement situation imaginable and the best way to handle them.
At Door Consultants, Inc., we offer the top-quality replacement doors and the outstanding service you're looking for. We offer well-crafted, meticulously installed doors in a variety of styles - all at fair prices and backed by our years of experience and craftsmanship. The new doors that we install can be wood, steel, fiberglass, Hollow Metal, and glass and aluminum.
When you need a new door installed, Door Consultants, Inc. has the qualified experts to help you through every step of the way. From design consultation to installation, our contractors are there to give you quality assurance. Custom made and installed wood doors are a specialty and we use several different manufacturers that can get us drawings and then provide the doors quickly.
When you've had a forced entry or a door has been damaged by weather or other situations, you need it secured fast. That's where the door guy at Door Consultants comes in. We can get your door repaired quickly and your home or building secured. Most often we can this done in within hours the same day you contact us.
The following frequently asked questions and additional information are taken from an interview with Lynn Ward, founder and CEO of Door Consultants. We will replace the door, whether it be residential wood door or commercial steel, install new locks, make the necessary repairs to the frame.
In some cases, for insurance companies, we have to arrange for the finishing of the door, such as the staining and varnishing or painting of the door to put it back into the condition it was in before it was broken into.One of the things that is confusing to most homeowners is when they look at a door they have no idea what kind of a door it is.
In some cases, for insurance companies, we have to arrange for the finishing of the door, such as the staining and varnishing or painting of the door to put it back into the condition it was in before it was broken into.One of the things that is confusing to most homeowners is when they look at a door they have no idea what kind of a door it is.
Reviews (15)
Anthony Kratofil
Oct 31, 2020
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Mary T.
Jul 17, 2020
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Our house came with a janky sliding glass back door that we immediately replaced. The install job for the replacement door was shoddy and a source of regular irritation for my husband.
A few months back we got heavy rain and noticed water seeping onto our hardwood floor. We thought it was just the weather stripping, but replacing it didn't solve the issue so I reached out to Door Guy. I had reached out before for smaller issues and we never really connected, but now that we're home all the time it made things a lot easier.
Lynn came out, inspected the door and explained what he wanted
A few months back we got heavy rain and noticed water seeping onto our hardwood floor. We thought it was just the weather stripping, but replacing it didn't solve the issue so I reached out to Door Guy. I had reached out before for smaller issues and we never really connected, but now that we're home all the time it made things a lot easier.
Lynn came out, inspected the door and explained what he wanted
Mike B.
Jun 28, 2020
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Nice guy but completely unreliable. Doesn't return calls or emails. I used him once bc my building recommended him, among others. I had to chase him but he did eventually finish it after I sent an email asking "do you want to do this job or not?". Move forward a few years and I have another issue. I call him and he agrees to check it out that day and he would give a call when he is heading over. It's a Saturday and after waiting til 5 for a call I call back and he says he forgot but will head over. We meet and he says he can do it. Then he disappears again. Several
Andrew Van Ryzin
Jun 24, 2020
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Wow, the other reviewers do not exaggerate. Lynn is the real deal and the last of the truly honest independent contractors. If you stop reading now all you need to know is one thing, hire Lynn now before he's booked up!
My house was broken into while I was on vacation, I needed the door fixed asap and made more secure or I'd have to cancel part of my vacation to handle it. After getting a recommendation on a board up service, Lynn told me he'd be there the next day to take the plywood off and fix the door and inspect how secure it would be in the future. This was a massive favor as every other
My house was broken into while I was on vacation, I needed the door fixed asap and made more secure or I'd have to cancel part of my vacation to handle it. After getting a recommendation on a board up service, Lynn told me he'd be there the next day to take the plywood off and fix the door and inspect how secure it would be in the future. This was a massive favor as every other
Andrew V.
May 02, 2020
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Hire Lynn, you will be blown away by the results.
Lynn is the real deal, last of the honest independent contractors. He went above and beyond to fix our back door then replace it while we were traveling internationally.
No other contractors would do it and not only did he do a phenomenal job, coming in a snow storm to do it. He did extra work at no charge to make our door more secure and then install a top the line replacement for the same as some guys charged for cheap Home Depot pine wood doors and frames.
Thank you thank you Lynn!
Lynn is the real deal, last of the honest independent contractors. He went above and beyond to fix our back door then replace it while we were traveling internationally.
No other contractors would do it and not only did he do a phenomenal job, coming in a snow storm to do it. He did extra work at no charge to make our door more secure and then install a top the line replacement for the same as some guys charged for cheap Home Depot pine wood doors and frames.
Thank you thank you Lynn!
D. F.
Apr 12, 2020
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Background: I've been meaning to write this review for a few months. In February 2020 we had the Door Consultants come to take a look at our wood back entry door that was closing slightly off-center due to what appeared to be an issue with the top hinge. Earlier in the summer I attempted to DIY fix-it by ordering a new hinge, and it only slightly improved the situation. After getting a few quotes for a door replacement (which would be costly due to custom sizing required) I decided to try the door consultants.
I sent them an email in the late morning, they called me later that afternoon
I sent them an email in the late morning, they called me later that afternoon
Brendan Heater
Oct 04, 2019
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Steve W.
Aug 03, 2019
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I reached out to Door Consultants about fixing an old, heavy exterior door to my condo building. The owner, Lynn, is extremely knowledgeable about everything related to door mechanics and hardware. He was very responsive and thorough about understanding the specifics of the problem up front, and then very transparent about my options and pricing. During the repair, Lynn talked me through what exactly he was doing, and how I could mitigate or prevent further issues in the future. I not only resolved my issue, but learned a great deal about how doors work. I would absolutely recommend Lynn and Door
Mike Q.
Aug 02, 2019
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Erin C.
Feb 21, 2019
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I would leave 10 stars if I could! Our front door was broken and we found just the guys to do it - all they do is doors, and it was apparent that they knew exactly what they were doing! The Door Guys are even coming back to install a more secure part on the door this weekend and going out of their way to do it. Really, the absolute best service, friendliest duo and the most knowledgeable people we talked to about our door fiasco! 10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND!
Edward Richter
Sep 16, 2018
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Lynn was readily available and even answered the phone on Thanksgiving at 9pm after we learned our door was kicked in. He scheduled us for next day. Took him 1.5 hours for full frame and door replacement and he was able to save us some money by reusing the lock. Courteous, professional and quick! highly recommend.
Joy D.
Jun 15, 2017
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We called Ward when our door was broken into and he promised to come fix it that day (we needed a working door desperately). True to his word, he was calm, unhurried and explained everything. He was a balm on a nerve-wracking day! Ward is a real old-fashioned craftsman so if you are looking to have something slapped up zip-zop, he might drive you crazy. We felt lucky that we found him that day!
Joe K.
May 20, 2017
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Britt T.
Nov 23, 2016
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Amazing. Hands down a go to contact to have. Ward knew exactly what to do when the damage was assessed from the break into our garage. They were quick, professional, explained pricing and the why behind the what before doing work. You know what they say: When it rains it pours and well as they were fixing the door I heard a thud and some shelves had peeled away from the drywall due to a neighbors faulty water heater and gravity. He was a happy to take a peak because I was nervous about further damage or something worse happening and he helped me locate the main water valve to the building to shut
Leanne Y.
Oct 22, 2015
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Lynn Ward is a master door guy, adept at solving various complex matters regarding doors and their parts. We hired him on two occasions, first to replace an old security door to our condo courtyard, and more importantly, to install a custom made iron door from Abby Iron Doors in Georgia (with transom and sidelights) to replace our entry door. This particular door was a complex case, one that took over a year in planning. I was able to check with him and get his opinion and approval on various parts during the process, such as the mortise lock, the electric strike, the closer, along with many
