You may have heard about the importance of garage door springs, but never understood what they do. While often overlooked, garage door springs are an essential part of any garage door opener. Garage door springs are large springs that make it easier to open or close a garage door. For example, if a garage door… Read more »
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Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions about Garage Door Installation
When planning a new garage door installation, you likely have lots of questions. Below are some answers to some of the ones our customers most often ask us. #1. Can I keep my old track? It is often possible to reuse the same track; however, doing so is not advised. Even if it’s in good… Read more »
3 Signs Your Garage Door Needs New Rollers
You may not realize how often you use your garage door until something goes wrong. Keeping your garage door in good condition is important for your convenience and safety. Your garage door’s components will sometimes need to be replaced, including the rollers. The signs that your garage door needs new rollers include: Excessive Vibration When… Read more »
How to Protect Your Garage Door After Installation
You’ve recently added a garage door to your home. This feature makes it easier for you to access your garage and adds curb appeal to your property. You want to protect your investment, but now that the unit has been installed, what can you do to keep your garage door functioning well for years to… Read more »
Wood or Steel? Garage Door Materials to Consider
A new garage door adds beauty and value to your home while protecting what’s inside your garage against weather damage and theft at the same time. When a garage door is installed professionally and given regular maintenance, you can expect your investment to last for many years. There are several materials used in the construction… Read more »
3 Signs That Indicate Your Garage Door is Malfunctioning
Garage doors are built to last, and while they usually require little maintenance that doesn’t mean you should put off inspecting them until a serious problem presents itself. Over time, your door may begin showing early indications of a potentially serious malfunction. Spotting those signs before they snowball into a garage door repair emergency can… Read more »
What Happens to a Garage Door After it is Replaced?
Whether you are getting a new garage door for aesthetic purposes or because the old one is damaged, many people do not think too much on what happens to the old garage door. However, you may wonder, what does happen to your old garage door after it has been replaced? During installation, your old garage… Read more »
What to Do With a Sagging Drive Chain
If your garage door opener uses a chain drive, then it is probably like a lot of other garage doors. This opening system is one of the most popular options, but it can manifest a problem. Over time, the drive chain can loosen and create slack. Overall, this gives the opener less power to open… Read more »
To Replace or Repair My Garage Door: The Better Option
When it comes time to perform maintenance on your garage door, such as replacing a storm damaged panel or a door that isn’t closing correctly, you may ask yourself if you should repair the existing doors or invest in a replacement. One of the deciding factors is cost. If the cost to repair the door… Read more »
Do Garage Door Windows Affect Insulation?
It doesn’t matter if you live in the middle of a desert or on a snow-capped mountain; garage door insulation is important! Not only does it keep heat in, it retains cool air as well. Your garage door helps to maintain a comfortable temperature for everything in your garage as well as your home. However,… Read more »