Is your garage door struggling to close correctly? Does it shake or come down uneven? Or does it refuse to close at all? Having a garage door that won't close can be a frustrating experience. You also may be concerned that you'll need a costly repair or even a replacement to fix the issue. The good news is that many garage door issues have very simple solutions. Below are three of the most common reasons why a garage door won't shut properly.
3 December 2015
Garage door openers are extremely useful to have, especially when bad weather strikes and you just want to get the vehicle in the garage without having to get yourself wet. Therefore, you might want to make sure that you are doing everything you can in order to always have a well functioning garage door opener. To do that, you will want to review the following signs that it might be time for a replacement opener.
4 November 2015
Are you shopping for a new garage door opener? If so, how do you choose from the many available openers on the market? Below, you will find a short list that can help you determine which garage door opener is the best investment for your home. Horsepower Every garage door is rated by the amount of horsepower it has. The higher the horsepower, the heavier the door it can raise safely.
25 August 2015
Many homeowners haven't fully taken advantage of their garage space yet. There are several ways to make a home garage more appealing so that it adds value and useable space to the home. Here are some tips to get you started: 1. Paint the Floor Having bare concrete in your garage can diminish the appeal of your space and make it less pleasant to spend time there. However, renovating your garage floors is fairly simple.
30 June 2015
If you need to be sure that you are able to keep your garage door in the best possible condition, you'll want to follow some great tips that'll assist you. A broken garage door is bad for your home, especially if you park inside of your garage on a regular basis. By keeping up with this garage door, you will be able to keep it in motion with no issues and you will be able to maintain it for years to come.
6 June 2015
While there are many garage door options available to choose from, wood and fiberglass doors remain among the most popular options the market has to offer. This is due largely in part to the fact that wood and fiberglass doors offer several unique benefits that other building materials cannot. Consequently, while it may not be hard to narrow your choices down to these two popular options, choosing between them can be far more difficult.
4 May 2015
Whether it's your smart TV or your feature-loaded smartphone, access to modern technology is everywhere. However, your garage is likely one place in your home that you've overlooked when it comes to new technology. Over the years, garage door manufacturers have introduced a number of new features. If you're still using an old, outdated garage door system, you're missing out. Take some time to familiarize yourself with some of these new features to learn which options are right for you.
4 May 2015
The installation of new garage doors includes choices about the best materials for providing the highest security and most money saving R-value. However, when considering the type of material and style most suitable for your home's external decor, you might also think about the long term maintenance of your garage door's beauty and finish. Check out these tips for cleaning your garage door and keeping it looking brand new for years to come.
29 April 2015
Your garage door system is a complex balance of springs, cables and pulleys. This allows you or an electric garage door opener to raise and lower a wooden or metal door weighing several hundred pounds. Because the system is under a lot of tension, repairs should be left to a garage door repair company. But you can extend the life of the system and look for potential trouble spots with regular routine maintenance that you can do.
28 April 2015
Does your metal garage door struggle to move and detract from the beauty of your home because it is dented up? You can hire a specialist to attempt repairing the garage door, but it may be in your best interest to just get a new one. Below, discover what a specialist can attempt to do to repair your malfunctioning metal garage door if you don't want to buy another one.
18 April 2015
