The garage door is often looked at as one massive home feature, but it is really a system of many parts and components that make it functional for you as the homeowner. One specific component of garage doors that make them functional is the garage door springs. Torsion springs serve the vital purpose of holding tension on the door so it can open and close without you having to supply all of the muscle or hold them up when you need the door to remain open.
8 November 2016
Does it sound like nails on a chalkboard every time you operate your garage door? This could be happening for several reasons, but thankfully, it's possible to fix it. Here are the reasons that could be causing it. The Tracks Garage doors tend to be very noisy when there are problems with the door's tracks. Common issues include the door's tracks becoming loose, rusty, or dented over time, causing issues with how smoothly the door opens and closes.
1 November 2016
Choosing the right material for your garage door installation may be one of the first decisions you make for your house, and it can affect its cost, quality and aesthetics. Here are some of the garage door material options you have, along with their strengths. Heavy Metal The most common heavy metal garage doors are aluminum and steel. They both have the benefit of being some of the most durable garage door materials.
28 October 2016
Now that you are expecting, there are many things you want to do around your home to protect baby and ensure that your home is baby friendly. This includes taking a close look at how well protected your home is. The safer your home, the better peace of mind you will have when bringing your newborn home from the hospital. Here are three home safety tips to consider: Install a Security Gate
26 October 2016
Easily one of the largest moving pieces in your home, you want to make sure you always pay attention to what is going on with it. From a falling garage door to a broke garage door opener, there are a lot of things that could go wrong with the equipment. While some garage doors quit working properly due to wear and tear, sometimes it is actually the owner's fault. An unsafe garage door can be a huge risk for your family.
20 October 2016
When you want to be sure that you are able to protect your home from storms, one of the best things to do is invest in a set of hurricane shutters. Devastating hurricanes have made news in recent years, so you need to be sure that your home is properly reinforced when you live in an area that is susceptible to storm damage. With this in mind, read on and learn all about the benefits of hurricane shutters, what to know about a purchase, and more.
14 October 2016
The work that you put into your garage door will allow you to get the greatest performance possible for as long as you own the door. Since the door is a large structure that provides the convenience of parking your car inside, while also allowing for secure entry and exit, you'll need to keep the door as solid and stable as possible. Follow these tips below and use them in order to best maintain your garage door for as long as you own it.
12 August 2016
Has your garage door been malfunctioning and you have no clue how it should be repaired? Depending on the type of problem the door is experiencing, it is possible that only a minor repair is required. However, some types of damage require that the garage door is replaced altogether. This article covers a few of the questions that might come to your mind in regards to dealing with a problematic garage door.
2 August 2016
Have your garage doors stopped opening properly? Are you thinking about replacing them entirely with more aesthetically pleasing ones? Replacing a set of garage doors can be a great way to revitalize the look of your home. While old or damaged garage doors can make your house look like it's barely lived in, brand new doors can have the opposite effect. But with so many options out there, how do you find the right one for your home?
21 June 2016
