Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Door Supplier in Buffalo
Founded in 1975 by the late Tom Dikeman, Door Specialties has grown into a trusted leader in the commercial and industrial door industry. Under the leadership of President Kevin Dikeman and Vice President Tony Genovese, our team of 30 dedicated professionals brings over 70 combined years of expertise to every project. We specialize in supplying hollow metal doors, architectural wood doors, finished hardware, and Section 10 products to general contractors, developers, and industrial facilities across Western New York. Our in-house fabrication capabilities allow us to weld and modify frames under controlled conditions, ensuring seamless field installations and precise delivery timelines.Certified technicians provide pre-installation services using state-of-the-art door handling machinery, reducing costs and minimizing errors. Our field service team offers on-site solutions for door, frame, and hardware issues, while our architectural hardware consultants deliver tailored specifications and fire door inspections. Committed to integrity and customer satisfaction, we maintain partnerships with leading manufacturers to guarantee quality products that meet or exceed building codes. With a focus on innovation and safety, we work closely with clients to meet unique project requirements efficiently and within budget.
Services
In-House Fabrication
Pre-Installation Services
Field Repair
Consulting Services
Hardware Supply
Fire Door Inspection
Door Replacement
Master Keying
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving the construction industry.
- Our leadership team brings 70+ combined years in door and hardware expertise.
- We utilize state-of-the-art machinery for efficient pre-installation services.
- Our staff works directly with clients to meet unique project requirements.
- We maintain partnerships with leading manufacturers for quality assurance.
Services
In-House Fabrication
Our in-house fabrication services specialize in welding and modifying hollow metal frames under controlled conditions. This ensures precision in creating three-sided frames, borrowed lites, sidelite frames, transom frames, and radius top frames. By maintaining quality control during fabrication, we streamline field installations and guarantee timely delivery of components that meet exact project specifications.
Pre-Installation Services
Certified technicians prepare door hardware for wood and hollow metal doors prior to site arrival. Using advanced door handling equipment, we install hardware faster and safer than traditional methods. This reduces field complications, lowers contractor costs, and accelerates project timelines while maintaining compliance with safety standards and building codes.
Field Services
Our field service team addresses door, frame, and hardware issues at client locations. Services include complete opening removal/replacement, field repair of existing components, and full installation of new systems. Technicians provide expert recommendations to resolve operational challenges while ensuring compliance with fire safety and accessibility requirements.
Consulting Services
Architectural hardware consultants create customized specifications aligned with project budgets and requirements. We offer fire door inspections, estimating services, and master keying solutions. Our team collaborates with architects and contractors to develop code-compliant designs that meet functional and aesthetic needs for commercial and industrial spaces.
Product Supply
As a stocking distributor, we supply commercial doors, frames, and hardware from trusted brands like Ceco, Stanley, and Hager. Our inventory includes hollow metal doors, architectural wood doors, access control systems, and Section 10 products. We ensure all materials meet industry standards and project-specific performance requirements.
People
Tom Dikeman
Founder
Founded Door Specialties in 1975, establishing a legacy of quality and service in the door and hardware industry.
Kevin Dikeman
President
President with over 35 years of industry expertise, leading the company's expansion into Section 10 products and advanced fabrication techniques.
Tony Genovese
Vice President
Vice President with 30 years of experience, overseeing operations and maintaining the company's reputation as a market leader in door solutions.
Questions
What services does Door Specialties offer?
We provide in-house fabrication, pre-installation, field repair, consulting, hardware supply, fire door inspection, and master keying services for commercial and industrial doors.
What areas do you serve?
We serve general contractors, developers, and industrial facilities throughout Western New York.
How long has Door Specialties been in business?
We have been serving the construction industry since our founding in 1975.
What makes your pre-installation services unique?
Our state-of-the-art door handling machinery allows faster, safer installations with reduced costs and fewer errors compared to competitors.
Do you work with architects and contractors directly?
Yes, our architectural hardware consultants collaborate with clients to create customized specifications within project budgets.
What product brands do you carry?
We partner with leading manufacturers like Ceco, Stanley, Hager, and General Partitions for doors, hardware, and Section 10 products.
