Panic bars (exit devices) let people leave a building instantly in an emergency while keeping doors secure from outside. We install, replace and repair panic hardware to meet fire and ADA codes.
When you need panic bar installation you can count on, Don's Locksmith delivers fast, licensed and insured service across Southern California, with upfront pricing on every job.
Our mobile technicians come to you in fully-stocked vans, so most panic bar installation jobs are finished in a single visit — no need to leave your home, office or vehicle.
Why Choose Us for Panic Bar Installation
- Fast, code-compliant egress
- Keeps doors secure from outside
- Fire- and ADA-code hardware
- New installs and replacements
- Pairs with access control
- Repairs for sticking or failed bars

What Panic Bar Installation Involves
Not sure exactly what panic bar installation covers? Here is the short version. Panic bars (exit devices) let people leave a building instantly in an emergency while keeping doors secure from outside. We install, replace and repair panic hardware to meet fire and ADA codes. Customers also search for this as exit device repair, panic hardware installation and panic bar replacement — whatever you call it, we handle it.
No two jobs are identical, which is why we start with a quick assessment and a clear explanation of your options before we begin. You stay in control of the decision and the cost.
Why Panic Bar Installation Matters
Getting panic bar installation done right the first time saves money and stress. A rushed or amateur job can leave you with hardware that fails, a key that will not work, or a security gap you will not notice until it is too late.
We would rather do it right than do it twice, and our customers reward that with repeat business and referrals across the region.
How It Works
- 1Check requirementsWe confirm the code and door type for your building.
- 2Select the deviceRim, mortise or vertical-rod exit devices as needed.
- 3Install to codeThe panic bar is mounted and adjusted properly.
- 4Test egressWe verify fast, reliable exit and secure re-latching.
Honest, Upfront Pricing
We keep pricing transparent. Before any panic bar installation begins, your technician confirms the exact price and answers your questions, so you can decide with confidence. Call (909) 455-3660 for a fast, no-obligation quote.
When to Call
- An inspector flagged your exit doors
- The push bar sticks or won’t latch
- You are opening or remodeling a space
- Occupancy requires panic hardware
- You want exit hardware tied to access control
The Don's Locksmith Difference
Our approach to panic bar installation is simple: arrive fast, explain your options clearly, confirm the price before we start, and leave you with work that lasts. No pressure, no hidden fees, no mess left behind.
Panic Bar Installation Across Southern California
We provide panic bar installation across more than 170 Southern California cities — from Los Angeles and Long Beach to Pasadena, Anaheim, Riverside and beyond. Wherever you are in the region, help is close by.
Panic Bar Installation FAQs
Many assembly, educational and high-occupancy spaces require panic hardware on exit doors. We help confirm requirements for your occupancy and jurisdiction.
Yes. People exit freely by pushing the bar, while the outside stays locked or requires a key/credential to enter.
We repair sticking, misaligned or worn exit devices and replace them when repair is not cost-effective.
Yes, we can pair panic hardware with alarms, electric latch retraction and access control for controlled, monitored egress.
Hollow metal, aluminum storefront, and wood doors can all use the appropriate exit device, which we match to your door.





