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DIY Versus Professional Service: Navigating Garage Door Repairs

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Garage door repairs often pose a dilemma: should one opt for a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach or seek professional services? This question warrants careful consideration, as the decision can impact safety, cost-effectiveness, and the longevity of the garage door. Assessing the DIY Approach The allure of DIY repair lies primarily in its potential for cost savings. With access to online tutorials and the right tools, minor issues like replacing worn-out weather stripping or lubricating squeaky tracks might be manageable tasks.

24 October 2023

What Are the Advantages of Tilting Garage Doors?

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Every homeowner has had to consider the type of garage door they'd like to install. There are a variety of materials, sizes, and styles that can be used for a garage door, but one of the most popular options is the tilting variety. Tilting garage doors have been around for decades and have been steadily gaining popularity due to their many benefits. But why are these doors so attractive? Safety Benefits

21 February 2023

Two Ways in Which Having an Automatic Garage Door Could Make Your Life Easier

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Here are two ways in which having an automatic garage door could make your life easier.  It could allow you to lock the garage whilst you're inside your house on rainy or snowy days Automatic doors for garages can be particularly useful in areas where it snows or rains a lot. For example, if your local area has a wet climate, and you forget to lock your garage door after exiting the garage and returning to your house on a day when it happens to be raining or snowing heavily, you won't need to bundle up in a big coat or find an umbrella, put your shoes back on and make a run for the garage, whilst being pelted by torrential rain or getting snowed on.

8 July 2022

Thinking About Taking the DIY Route With Garage Door Installation? 4 Reasons to Leave It to the Pros

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Most people handy with repair tools are likely to have already completed several DIY tasks in their homes. They gain more confidence and experience with time as they complete more complex projects by themselves. Some people could showcase their skills by undertaking extensive home improvement projects like garage door repair or replacement. While this may seem so far-fetched for seasoned DIY enthusiasts, replacing a garage door isn't a layman's task. Things could quickly go south and end up costing you even more.

14 December 2021

Garage Door Service: Things That Lead to the Failure of Your Garage Door Springs

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It can be frustrating to drive home from work only to find a broken garage door. Having to leave the vehicle in the driveway puts it at risk of vandalism. Moreover, a malfunctioning door can be an easy access point for thieves into your home. Not knowing what is wrong with the door might push your patience to the limits. However, your troubles may get easier when you know some of the common reasons why garage doors fail to open.

9 March 2021

Reasons To Upgrade Your Garage With A Sectional Door

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The garage door stretches across a large section of your home's facade. Thus, a shabby, tattered one will cheapen the look of the entire landscape. Consider the following reasons to restore your garage with a new sectional door. Mechanism Suits Numerous Buildings Consisting of multiple horizontal panels that hinge together, sectional doors open by sliding upwards and across the garage ceiling. This mechanism only requires minimal headspace — the area between the top of the opening and the ceiling.

28 July 2020

Three Garage Door Repair Tips to Follow

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The garage door is a very crucial part of your home's security.  When the garage door is in perfect condition, you are assured that your vehicles are safe in the home and that no one can use the door to access the rest of the house. On the other hand, when the door is in a bad state or is broken, your safety is compromised. At times, some problems can create a safety hazard for all users.

20 January 2020

Why you should hire professional garage door services

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Garage doors are prone to damage not because of being mishandled but the fact that they are always in use. The garage is where you park your cars and store some of your property, so there are chances that the door will break down at one point in time due to regular movements of parts. It is therefore essential that the garage door gets inspected every once in a while or at least twice every year to ensure proper function.

22 July 2019

Why You Shouldn't Skip the Safety Audits Meant for Industrial Roller Garage Doors

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Industrial roller shutter garage doors are widely used by large businesses, schools, hospitals and various industrial facilities.  If you have these doors installed at your industrial facility, you will need to have safety audits performed on them on occasion. These audits are designed to ensure that your door continues functioning properly and safely post-installation. Any problems with the door are highlighted and remedial action recommended. Unfortunately, some industrial facility managers skip industrial roller garage door safety audits.

27 March 2019

What to Ask When Getting an Automatic Gate for a Residential Property

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An automatic gate is a good choice for any residential property, as it can keep out pesky salespersons and other unwanted visitors, while also keeping your pets and children safe in the yard. An automatic gate is also more difficult for an intruder to force open than a standard gate, as a potential thief needs to work against the resistance offered by a motor when trying to pry open an automatic gate.

23 August 2018