As the school year winds down across North Carolina, South Carolina, and South Central Virginia, facilities managers and administrators know that summer isn’t just for a break—it’s prime time for planning and executing essential building upgrades.

At Seven Oaks, we’ve been helping schools and institutions retrofit and upgrade their door systems for over three decades.

With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the quieter halls and empty classrooms to improve safety, efficiency, and accessibility through door retrofitting.

Why Summer Is Ideal for Door Retrofitting

During the academic year, schools are bustling environments filled with students, faculty, and staff. This makes large-scale maintenance projects challenging, disruptive, and sometimes unsafe. Once school is out for the summer, however, facilities teams have a narrow but valuable window to tackle crucial updates without interrupting daily operations.

Retrofitting your school’s doors during this time means:

• Minimized Disruption: No students or staff to work around means faster, safer installations.

• Improved Safety & Compliance: Ensure all doors meet current fire, ADA, and security standards before students return.

• Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Upgrade door materials and sealing to reduce heating and cooling costs year-round.

• Planning for the Future: Take advantage of budget cycles and grant funding timelines with proper summer planning.

Custom Retrofitting for Every Facility

Seven Oaks is proud to serve public and private educational institutions across NC, SC, and South Central VA. Whether you’re working with an aging middle school in Greensboro, a high-traffic high school in Charleston, or a multi-building college campus in Roanoke, we provide custom retrofitting solutions designed to fit the structure, function, and compliance requirements of your facility.

Our team assesses your current door systems, hardware, and entryways and delivers tailored solutions that include:

• Hollow metal door and frame replacements

• Wood door upgrades

• Hardware improvements (locksets, panic devices, closers)

• ADA and fire code compliance updates

• Energy-efficient entry solutions

• Keyless access control system integration

We work with only the highest-quality commercial door and hardware manufacturers to ensure long-term durability and reliability.

Serving Schools Throughout NC, SC, and South Central VA

From the mountains of Western North Carolina to the Lowcountry of South Carolina and up through the rolling hills of Virginia, Seven Oaks has long-standing relationships with schools, universities, and government facilities across the region. Our specialized knowledge of local building codes and climate considerations ensures that each project is compliant and built to last.

We are proud to offer:

• Over 30 years of local expertise

• Licensed and insured service teams

• Full-service installation and product procurement

• A commitment to only premium-grade products and workmanship

Whether you’re upgrading a few entrances or planning a full-scale retrofit across campus buildings, our team can help you meet your timeline and budget this summer.

Let’s Plan Your Summer Retrofit Today

As the final bell rings and the buses roll out, it’s time to get to work. Partner with Seven Oaks to ensure your school is safer, stronger, and more secure by the time students return. Don’t wait until the last minute—our summer calendar fills up fast! Contact us today to schedule a site visit or request a quote.

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