2018

  • Getting A New Garage Door? Tips For Improving Its Curb Appeal

    You may not realize it, but the door on your garage consumes a lot of what people see when they look at your house. While you may think a garage door shouldn't be something special, it should be if you are concerned about the curb appeal of your home. These tips can help your garage door look great so your home will stand out. Simulate The Look Of Wood You may want to make your home look a bit more rustic with a wood garage door, but don't want to deal with having a door made with actual wood.
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  • Dealing With A Broken Door On Your Garage

    The garage door on your garage can be difficult to deal with if it is damaged in some way. Whether the door is physically damaged or it just does not want to operate properly, fixing the door is not as easy as just changing a hinge or making a quick adjustment. The doors are heavy, the system can be complex, and there are some parts of the door that can cause injury to someone working on them without the right tools.
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  • 3 Ways A Lightning Strike Can Damage Your Garage Door Opener

    Lightning strikes are relatively rare, but they can still happen under the right circumstances. During a severe storm, your home stands a 1-in-200 chance of being struck by lightning. The large frontal area of your metal garage door makes it especially vulnerable to an unexpected lightning strike. Cosmetic damage isn't the only thing to worry about in the aftermath of a garage door lightning strike. Lightning can also affect your garage door opener in a number of unexpected ways.
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