Is Your Garage Door Secure?

April 3rd, 2017 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Unfortunately, there are people in the world that will try to enter your home and steal your belongings if the opportunity arises. If you have an attached garage, potential intruders may look for weaknesses in your garage door security to gain access to your home. It is important to ensure that your garage door and opener are offering the best defense against intruders and thieves – here are a few tips to keep your garage doors secure.

  • Remote lock. Does your garage door opener allow you to lock your door remotely? While the door should lock automatically when closed, you want the ability to control locking and security features. Newer garage door openers offer smartphone apps that help you manage your garage door security, even when you are not home.
  • Revolving security codes. If you have an older garage door remote, it may not have revolving codes that protect you from invasion. Talk to your local garage door service company – they can check to make sure your opener has rolling or revolving security codes that are difficult to duplicate.
  • Battery backup. Don’t let a power outage put you at risk. Get battery backup for your garage door opener to ensure your security stays tight when there is a storm or other causes of power outages. This also ensures you have easy access in and out of your garage when there is no power to your home.

Modern garage door openers have incredible features to help keep your home and garage secure. Talk to your local garage door repair company about upgrading your opener to give you more options to keep your home and family safe.

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Habpro Garage Doors
Snellville, GA
770-985-3355

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7 Things to Inspect on Your Garage Door

April 3rd, 2017 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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You may not be mechanical or a garage door expert, but you can still perform a visual inspection on your garage doors. Your garage doors are not just a convenience – they are important to the security of your home and are also a high-risk factor for injury if they are not maintained. You should visually inspect your garage doors throughout the year to ensure they are in good working order. Here are seven things you should look at when inspecting your garage doors.

  1. Tracks. Look at the tracks and rollers that move your garage door. Check for rust, dents or abnormalities.
  2. Door panels. Check the whole door for issues like rust, dents or holes.
  3. Seal. Does your door seal completely when closed? This is important for security and to keep your garage weatherproofed.
  4. Weather stripping. When checking to see if the door seals, also check the weather stripping for cracks or tears.
  5. Safety features. You can perform a quick safety test by putting a box or board under your garage door. The door should stop closing when it realizes there is something below it; if it doesn’t, it needs the sensors adjusted or replaced.
  6. Cables and other hardware. A frayed cable or a rusted screw could be dangerous. Look for any signs of wear and tear on your hardware.
  7. Listen too. It is not just your eyes that are useful for inspecting your garage door – listen for strange noises, squeaking or loud operation that could indicate an issue.

If you notice any wear, tear or dysfunction with your garage doors, get service right away. A thorough tune up from a professional can help avoid unnecessary and ensure your garage doors stay safe and provide years of reliable service.

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Habpro Garage Doors
Dacula, GA
770-985-3355

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5 Common Garage Door Opener Problems

April 3rd, 2017 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage door openers offer convenience and security for your home and garage, day after day, year after year.  However, even these reliable devices can have issues, usually at the most inconvenient times. The good news is most issues with garage door openers can be easily resolved with some simple troubleshooting. Here are five common garage door opener problems and what to do when they occur.

  1. Remote won’t work. If your remote isn’t working, check your wall unit. If the wall unit works and the remote doesn’t, it is often a battery issue. Do you have a second remote? Try the backup remote – if it works then the dysfunctional remote probably needs a new battery.
  2. Neither remotes work. It is unlikely that both remotes will have a dead battery at the same time. There is likely an issue with the signal receiver on your wall unit – you will need to have a repair.
  3. Door will not close. If the garage door partly closes then goes back up, check under the door. Anything below the door can trigger the safety mechanism. If it is clear, the sensors may need realignment. You can do this yourself or call your garage opener service company.
  4. Wall unit and remote don’t work. If neither the remote or wall unit will work, check the power source. It could be a tripped circuit breaker or the unit become unplugged. Got power? You may need to call your service company.
  5. Door doesn’t close or open completely. If your door suddenly doesn’t close or open all the way, the limit stops may need adjusting.

Power sensors and switch adjustments are often causes for garage opener failure and are easily fixed. However, sometimes a circuit board or other components can go out, requiring professional garage door repairs. When you rule out the simple solutions, call in a professional.

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Habpro Garage Doors
Dacula, GA
770-985-3355

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