Rim exit devices
The standard push-bar hardware on most single storefront and commercial doors. Reliable and widely code-accepted.
Commercial locksmith
Panic Bar Installation & Repair in Atlanta
Push-to-exit hardware that passes inspection and works when it counts.
- Code-compliant egress on every install
- Price confirmed before work starts
Panic bar help
Panic bar installation and repair in Atlanta, code-compliant and inspection-ready.
Panic bars, also called exit devices, let people exit a building fast by simply pushing. No turning a knob, no fumbling a key. They are required by fire and building code on many commercial and assembly-use doors, and a failed inspection can stop you from opening. We install, repair, and replace exit hardware across Atlanta so your egress doors free-exit the way the code demands.
Exit devices take hard use. They get pushed hundreds of times a day, propped open, and kicked. When one starts to drag, rattle, or fail to latch, fix it before an inspector flags it or it fails on a busy night. We service and adjust existing hardware as well as install new, and we will tell you honestly whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense.
Free exit, controlled entry: getting both right
The most common setup for commercial exit devices: the bar always lets people out, while the outside trim stays locked, keyed, or runs on access control. People inside must always be able to get out instantly, but you do not want anyone walking in off the street from the alley.
Done right, it is safe and secure at the same time. Done wrong, you either fail inspection on the egress side or leave the back door open to anyone who finds the outside trim. Pairing the bar with high-security locks on the outside trim is a common setup for back doors. We set it up correctly the first time.
Fire-rated doors need fire-rated hardware
On fire-rated door assemblies, every piece of hardware must maintain the fire rating. A non-rated exit device on a fire-rated door can void the door assembly rating and create a code violation.
Panic hardware requirements fall under IBC Section 1010 and NFPA 101. We install matching fire-rated exit hardware on fire-rated assemblies to those standards, so the rating and the egress code are both satisfied, and we can advise on what your occupancy class requires. We will check your current doors and tell you if anything needs to be upgraded.
Call us for panic bar service when:
- A bar is dragging, sticking, or not latching.
- You are opening a new business and need code-compliant exit hardware.
- A fire inspector flagged your exit devices.
- The outside trim needs to be locked or put on access control.
- A fire-rated door needs matching rated hardware.
- Your double door needs vertical rod devices that are failing.
What we install and repair
Exit device types for every commercial door.
Different door types require different exit devices. Tell us the door and we will bring the right hardware.
Vertical rod devices
For double doors where both the top and bottom of the door need to latch. Top and bottom bolts activated by the bar.
Mortise exit devices
Heavier-duty hardware for high-use commercial doors with mortise-lock preparations in the door edge.
How it works
Exit device that opens every time it should.
We confirm whether repair or full replacement is needed before quoting. The job ends with a live egress test so you know the bar releases cleanly and the outside trim is set the way your building requires.
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Tell us the door
Describe the door type, the existing device, and whether a fire rating is involved.
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We assess and quote
We confirm whether repair or replacement is the right call and quote it before we dispatch.
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We install or repair
We fit the correct exit device, align it to the door, and make sure it free-exits and latches correctly.
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We test and set outside trim
We test the egress function and set the outside trim to locked, keyed, or access-control as needed.
Cost and options
What panic bar installation costs in Atlanta.
A panic bar repair or adjustment starts at $95. A full replacement depends on the device type and whether a fire-rated unit is needed. Rim devices are less expensive than vertical rod or mortise devices.
We quote on the phone based on the door type and the device needed. Final price confirmed before we start.
Service
Starting price
Panic bar adjustment or repair
Starting at $95
Rim exit device replacement
Starting at $250
Vertical rod device replacement
Starting at $350
Outside trim (keyed or lever) add-on
Starting at $85 add-on
Final price confirmed before work starts. Fire-rated hardware installed on fire-rated assemblies at no extra charge when required by code.
Why call J&M
A real local locksmith for code-compliant exit hardware.
Panic bar hardware is where life safety and commercial security overlap. J&M Locksmith has been installing and servicing exit devices in Atlanta since 2013, with insured local technicians who know the fire and egress code requirements and install hardware that keeps your business open and inspection-ready.
4920 Roswell Rd Suite 42 in Atlanta. In business since 2013, with mobile service across the metro area.
Insured and NASTF registered. We provide a certificate of insurance for commercial property managers on request.
We know the fire and egress code requirements for commercial egress doors and install hardware that passes inspection.
Reviews
What Atlanta business owners say about us.
Real, unedited Google reviews from neighbors across metro Atlanta. Our 4.7-star rating from 203 reviews comes down to two things: we show up fast, and we charge what we quoted.
Service areas
Mobile locksmith service across metro Atlanta.
J&M Locksmith is based near the Roswell Road corridor and sends mobile vans throughout Atlanta and nearby communities. Response time depends on traffic, weather, and the job before yours, so call for the most accurate ETA.
Typical response windows
Atlanta15 to 20 min
Brookhaven10 to 15 min
Buckhead10 to 15 min
Chamblee10 to 15 min
Decatur15 to 20 min
Embry Hills15 to 20 min
Sandy Springs15 to 20 min
Tucker20 to 25 min
Marietta25 to 35 min
Roswell25 to 30 min
Visit our shop
You can also visit the shop.
Need keys, lock hardware, or in-person help? Visit J&M Locksmith at 4920 Roswell Rd Suite 42, Atlanta, GA 30342. For lockouts and mobile jobs, call first so we can send a technician directly to you.
FAQ
Questions before you call.
These answers cover what we hear most. A quick call is still the fastest way to confirm the details for your exact situation.
Are panic bars required for my business?
It depends on occupancy type and door load. Assembly spaces, many retail and restaurant doors, and high-occupancy buildings typically require them. We can assess your doors and tell you what code calls for.
Can a panic bar door still be locked from outside?
Yes, and that is the usual setup. The bar always lets people out, while the outside trim stays locked, keyed, or on access control so no one walks in. Free exit, controlled entry.
My panic bar sticks. Repair or replace?
Often a repair or adjustment fixes a sticking or sagging bar. If the device is worn out or out of code, replacement is the move. We will tell you honestly which it is.
Do you install fire-rated exit devices?
Yes. On fire-rated door assemblies we install matching fire-rated exit hardware so the rating and the egress code are both satisfied.
All services
Everything J&M Locksmith handles.
We are a full-service locksmith for homes, businesses, and vehicles across metro Atlanta. Whatever the lock, key, or door problem, there is a good chance it falls under one of the categories below, and the same local team handles all of it.
Homes
Residential Locksmith
Lockouts, rekeying, new locks, and home security hardware.
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Businesses
Commercial Locksmith
Access control, master keys, high-security locks, and doors.
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Vehicles
Automotive Locksmith
Car keys, lockouts, fobs, transponders, and spare keys.
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Call J&M Locksmith and tell us what is going on.
Tell us what happened and where you are. We will ask the right questions and give you the next step.