Business Details
43 Years
experience
Premium Door & Millwork Solutions in St. Augustine
Founded in 1983, Gator Door East has been a trusted provider of premium pre-hung doors, millwork, and door hardware for over four decades. Our extensive experience in the Southeastern U.S. construction industry has cultivated an unwavering commitment to precision, cost-effectiveness, and schedule reliability. We specialize in custom solutions for both residential and commercial projects, maintaining a 30,000-square-foot production facility in St. Augustine, Florida, where all products are built in-house. Our team's deep industry expertise, developed through collaborations with renowned builders like Epoch Properties and Winter Park Construction, ensures tailored support for every client's unique requirements. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive product lines from leading manufacturers while maintaining the flexibility to create bespoke solutions that meet exact specifications.Our dual divisions serve single-family homebuilders in Northeast Florida and multifamily developers across the Southeast, combining regional specialization with broad market reach. This operational structure allows us to maintain quality control while meeting tight deadlines, ensuring client projects stay on schedule without compromising excellence. Our reputation for professionalism and reliability has been built through decades of consistent delivery of high-quality products and exceptional service, as evidenced by long-standing client relationships and numerous testimonials praising our attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
Services
Pre-Hung Doors
Door Hardware
Stair Systems
Millwork
Custom Moulding
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in the door and millwork industry
- Our products are built in-house at our St. Augustine facility
- We offer customized solutions for both residential and commercial projects
- We maintain partnerships with leading industry manufacturers
- Our team provides personalized support for every project
What people say
Beautiful doors
Professional service
Perfect fit
Timely delivery
Expert recommendations
Services
Pre-Hung Doors
We manufacture premium pre-hung doors tailored to exact specifications. Our in-house production facility in St. Augustine ensures quality control and timely delivery for residential and commercial projects. Available in various materials including wood, fiberglass, and steel, our doors combine durability with aesthetic appeal while meeting industry standards for energy efficiency and security.
Door Hardware
We supply high-quality door hardware from trusted brands like Kwikset, Schlage, and Emtek. Our selection includes locks, handlesets, and electronic entry systems that enhance security while complementing architectural styles. We offer expert guidance to help clients choose appropriate hardware solutions that balance functionality with design requirements.
Stair Systems
We provide custom stair systems in traditional and contemporary designs. Our offerings from Creative Stair Parts and L.J. Smith Stair Systems include various wood species and configurations. We assist clients in selecting and installing durable, code-compliant stair solutions that match their project's aesthetic and functional needs while ensuring safety and longevity.
Millwork
We offer extensive millwork options including base, casing, crown, and chair rail mouldings. Our inventory features both standard profiles and custom designs in multiple wood types. We partner with Fraser Millwork and ResinArt DuraFlex to provide moisture-resistant, durable solutions that maintain structural integrity across varying environmental conditions.
Custom Moulding
We create custom moulding solutions for unique architectural requirements. Our ResinArt DuraFlex flexible moulding accommodates complex curves while maintaining durability. We provide expert consultation to help clients select appropriate profiles and materials that achieve desired aesthetics while ensuring long-term performance in both interior and exterior applications.
People
Ron Platts
Co-Founder, Head of Sales
With a career dedicated to the pre-hung door and millwork industry, Ron has shaped Gator Door East's vision since its founding. His relationships with national builders and University of Florida education contribute to our industry leadership.
Timmy Callum
V.P. Director of Operations
Timmy manages order processing efficiency since joining in 2010. A University of Florida graduate with agribusiness expertise, he ensures timely material delivery while balancing family life with hunting and fishing hobbies.
Sterling Platts
V.P. Director of Sales
Sterling coordinates multifamily projects across Florida after joining in 2007. His University of Central Florida business degree and family time fishing complement his project management expertise connecting contractors and our warehouse operations.
Chris Dupont
Single-Family Sales
With over 30 years in pre-hung doors and millwork, Chris serves local contractors and homeowners. His extensive product knowledge, developed since joining in 1983, helps clients complete projects successfully while enjoying boating and NASCAR in his free time.
Nancy Graddy
Accounting
Nancy has managed all accounting aspects since joining in 1998. Her financial expertise ensures operational stability while maintaining compliance with industry standards and supporting the company's long-term growth objectives.
Questions
What types of doors do you offer?
We offer pre-hung doors in wood, fiberglass, and steel materials from brands like Masonite, Plastpro, and Therma-Tru, available in various designs for residential and commercial applications.
Do you serve both residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we serve both markets through dedicated divisions - single-family homebuilders in Northeast Florida and multifamily developers across the Southeastern United States.
Can you create custom millwork solutions?
We offer custom moulding solutions in multiple wood species and ResinArt DuraFlex flexible moulding that accommodates complex curves while maintaining durability.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Florida with extended service across the Southeastern United States, including Georgia, Alabama, and the Carolinas for multifamily projects.
Do you provide installation support?
While we supply materials, our team provides expert guidance to ensure proper installation through detailed product specifications and technical support.
What hardware brands do you carry?
We carry premium hardware from Kwikset, Schlage, Emtek, and Baldwin, offering comprehensive solutions for security, functionality, and aesthetic requirements.
Reviews (4)
Kayleigh Beaulieu
May 12, 2022
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Fantastic customer service. Timely service, great attitude, answered all questions with ease and professionalism. Would highly recommend.
Jorge Pena
Aug 08, 2021
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Although only opened to contractors, they were very helpful with information and showing some products.
Ryan Fcc Builders
Nov 14, 2020
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It's always a pleasure to pickup trim and doors over at Gator door. Reece is always helpful and kind. Great people to do business with.
Jonathan Kingham
Jan 28, 2019
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Josh and Jeremy are great to work with. I had a very unique double door build/hang for a recording studio install that they handled. The build quality was excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again.
