Dock Seals and Shelters, Installed and Serviced Across Ontario
Compression seals and shelters that close the gap around a trailer, keep weather out and conditioned air in, and cut energy loss.
Commercial & IndustrialToronto, the GTA & Southern Ontario1-888-846-6002
- In-House Crews
- Fully Insured
Property Managers and Building Owners Across Ontario
Begley Overhead Doors and Docks has kept Ontario's commercial and industrial buildings secure for over 70 years. Today those same crews are part of ReadyForce, with more divisions under one roof.
70+
Years of Industrial Work
100+
Tradespeople and Crew
20K
Projects Completed
200+
Trucks and Industrial Assets
Features and Benefits
Why Seal the Gap Around Every Trailer?
A Dock Door Is a Hole in the Wall
- Every open dock is a gap in the building envelope
- Heat, cold, wind and rain move straight through it
- Conditioned air and energy dollars escape the same way
- A seal or shelter closes that gap around the trailer
Lower Energy Bills
- Keeps heated and cooled air inside the building
- Reduces drafts at the dock and across the floor
- May qualify for Ontario utility efficiency rebates
- A tighter dock is a cheaper dock to run
Cleaner, Drier, Better Protected
- Keeps rain, snow and wind off the load
- Blocks dust, pests and debris at the opening
- Supports hygiene and inspection requirements
- Protects product moving between trailer and dock
Comfort and Safety for Crews
- Cuts the cold draft dock crews stand in
- Reduces ice and water on the dock floor
- A more comfortable dock is a safer dock
- Pairs with the leveler, door and restraint
Configuration and Options
Seal or Shelter, and Which Type?
The right choice depends on how consistent your trailers are, how tight a seal you need, and how much access you want to the trailer opening. Both close the gap, in different ways.
Compression Dock Seal
Foam head and side pads the trailer compresses against for the tightest seal. Best where trailers are a consistent size and a tight climate seal matters most.
Dock Shelter
A fabric curtain or frame around the opening that gives full, unobstructed access to the trailer. Best where trailer sizes vary or the full door width has to be loaded.
Under-Leveler and Header Seals
Under-leveler seals close the gap below the leveler, and header seals shed rain off the trailer top. Together they give a full four-sided seal.
Combination and Heavy-Duty
Combination seal-and-shelter units, rigid frames and replaceable wear pleats for high-traffic docks and demanding weather.
Specifications
Dock Seal and Shelter Specifications at a Glance
Typical configurations for the dock seals and shelters we install. The right type, size and fabric are specified to your door opening, trailer mix and climate, and confirmed on your quote.
| Types | Compression seals, shelters, combination units |
|---|---|
| Seal style | Foam head and side pads, adjustable head |
| Shelter style | Fabric curtain, rigid frame, retractable |
| Door openings | 8 ft by 8 ft up to 10 ft by 12 ft and larger |
| Four-sided seal | Under-leveler seal plus header seal |
| Fabric | Heavy-duty weather-rated fabric, wear pleats |
| Head protection | Rain-shedding head, seal hoods |
| Colour | Black, with high-visibility guide stripes |
| Energy | Reduces conditioned-air loss at the opening |
| Rebates | May support Ontario utility rebate programs |
| Integration | Works with the door, leveler and restraint |
| Finish | Steel-backed mounts, treated fabric |
Why ReadyForce
Ready Is Not Just Our Name. It Is the Standard.
Being Ready is a standard, not a slogan, and it is what keeps your building running.
More Than Overhead Doors
Overhead doors, docks, millwrights, mechanical and machinery moving, one partner for the whole building.
14 Brands Installed and Serviced
We recommend the right fit for your opening, not the one with the biggest margin.
Stocked to Fix It First Trip
Common parts ride on every truck, so most calls finish on the first visit.
Factory-Trained Technicians, 24/7
WSIB, safety training and door accreditations, and after-hours calls answered directly by an on-call technician.
Preventative Maintenance
Scheduled care so the emergency never comes.
How It Works
From the First Call to a Dock That Runs
Site Assessment
We measure the dock face, the door opening and the trailer mix, and look at how the dock is used.
Scope and Fixed Quote
We spec the seal or shelter, the pads and the mounting and price it before the work starts. The quote is the invoice.
Scheduled Around You
We book the install around your shipping and production, including nights and weekends.
Install and Full Test
Factory-trained crews install the seal or shelter, set it to the dock face and check the fit against a trailer.
Documented and Warranted
You get the paperwork for compliance and warranty, and one number to call.
Ongoing Service
Optional preventative maintenance keeps it running and catches wear before it becomes a shutdown.
Preventative Maintenance
We Keep You Ready for the People Who Count on You
Dock equipment that fails becomes an emergency call you have to explain. Scheduled maintenance catches the wear early, so it does not happen.
Peace of Mind
You stop watching the dock. We are watching it for you, on a schedule.
Continuous Operation
Trucks keep moving and the building keeps running, with no surprise downtime.
Predictable Costs
Planned care and a set price, instead of emergency invoices you did not budget for.
Choose Your Cadence
Quarterly
The most common choice, and the fit for high-cycle doors and busy loading docks.
Semi-Annual
For lower-traffic doors and docks and lighter duty.
Annual
The minimum to protect the warranty and keep the dock safe.
What Every Visit Covers
- Inspect seal pads, shelter curtains and fabric for tears
- Check the frame, headers and fasteners
- Confirm the seal compresses evenly against the trailer
- Check bumpers and the dock face behind the seal
- Check retractable frames and hinged hardware
- Leave a documented service report
Proof
"You take ownership of requests and make sure nothing falls through the cracks."
"Every detail was executed with precision, professionalism, and genuine passion."
"Extraordinarily well organized and efficient. Your team made it seem almost effortless."
"The job went very smoothly and was seamless from start to finish."
"The crew you had working with us was amazing."
"The crew did an excellent job. Super nice and very professional."
Ready to Get a Door or Dock Moving?
One ReadyForce relationship, one number to call.
New Construction
Install & Fit-Out
New overhead doors and dock equipment for a build, scoped and installed to your drawings.
Buildings & Operations
Service, Repairs & Maintenance
Breakdowns, adjustments and a maintenance schedule that keeps doors and docks running, scoped before we price it.
Procurement
Tenders & RFQs
Approved-vendor and RFQ-ready, with insurance, WSIB and safety documentation on request. Send us your drawings and specs.
Something Down?
Emergency Response
A door that will not open or close, or a dock that has stopped? Call us and we will get a crew moving.
Compliance and Certifications
Covered, Certified, and Accountable
- Fully Insured
- Metro Group
Approved-Vendor and RFQ-Ready
Insurance, WSIB and safety documentation on request.
Commercial Doors & Docks Near You
Crews dispatch from our Mississauga shop and cover Toronto, the GTA and Southern Ontario. If we cannot hit your date, you hear it from us before we start, not after.
Crews Across Toronto, the GTA and Southern Ontario
Common Questions
Dock Seals and Shelters, Answered
Always Ready
One Contractor for Every Door and Dock
Tell us what the building needs. We will scope it, price it clearly, and take care of it.
