Self-closing doors in units: hinges, closers, and tenant removals

Where a unit entry door is required to self-close and latch, the failure is rarely the door — it is the closer that was disconnected because it slammed, the spring hinges painted stiff, or the closer arm a resident removed entirely. The test takes five seconds: open the door partway, let go, and watch it close and latch on its own, with no push. If your walker has to help it, the inspector's result will be the same as yours. Stock spare closers on the turn cart; this is a same-visit fix when the parts are in hand. How often do you find closers disconnected in occupied units? — Admin