Choosing A Reputable Garage Door Company

August 15th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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What To Look For In A Garage Door Company

Like all trade professions, garage door technicians and the companies they work for come in a wide variety of  expertise levels. Unfortunately, there are some which are below par in experience and knowledge, while others are just looking to make a quick buck. However, there are also many companies that are dedicated to their profession, who stand behind the quality of the service and products they provide. When choosing a garage door company for garage door repairs or installation of a new garage door, here are some things to look for: 

  • Name brand products. Competition drives price, making it a good choice to pick a garage door company that carries several name brands of new garage doors. This ensures they are striving to be competitive, versus selling products that are only available through them as a proprietary provider.
     
  • Experience. Just because a company is new does not necessarily mean it’s not a quality company. Still, there are many disreputable companies which change names every few years to outrun their bad reputations. A company with a long community history is often a better choice.
     
  • Warranties. Garage doors, openers and repairs are often expensive investments, making it imperative to buy high-quality products which have manufacturer warranties. You also want a company that warranties their service, standing behind any service they provide. 

Don’t wait until an emergency arises to choose a garage door company. Do your research now, so that when the time comes, you will have a reputable, dependable company upon whom you can call for new installation or repairs on your garage door.

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Prevent Expensive And Inconvenient Garage Door Repairs

August 2nd, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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It’s easy to take your garage doors for granted. Up and down they go, hundreds of times a year without a sign of any problems. Until one day, when all that easy convenience comes to an end. Like any major mechanical device, garage doors need maintenance to continue working properly. Not only can servicing your garage door annually prevent many common garage door repairs, it can also alert you to impending issues before they become major inconveniences. 

Annual Garage Door Service

There are many moving parts in your garage door which can become worn and unstable after years of use. Chains, gears and springs can wear out if not kept lubricated and tightened to manufacturer specifications. The best way to make your garage door system last for many years is to have it annually serviced. 

While some do-it-yourself homeowners may be able to do some of the normal garage door maintenance themselves, for most people it makes sense to call in a professional. Most garage door service companies offer tune-up services for garage doors which will encompass inspecting all components, lubrication, tightening bolts and even rebalancing the door. Not only can this make your door last longer and prevent many issues, a professional can recognize impending problems which you can fix before they need emergency repair. 

Losing access to your garage and vehicles can create major havoc in your life; prevent this from happening to you by keeping your garage door maintained with annual garage door service. It is much less expensive to maintain your doors than to call for an emergency repair that can cost hundreds of dollars or even require a complete door replacement.

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Summer Cleaning For Your Garage Doors

July 1st, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Summer time is often when homeowners turn their attention to the exterior of their homes to do needed improvements and maintenance. Winter can leave driveways, patios and your garage doors all looking a little dingy. Not only will cleaning your garage door make it look better, it also can protect it from corrosion and damage. With a little soap, water and elbow grease, you can get your garage doors looking like new again this summer. 

Garage Door Spring Maintenance Tips

Almost all garage doors, including wood, steel and aluminum can be washed using a mild household cleaner and water. Usually this will be about one part cleaner to five parts water. However, always check your garage door manufacturer recommendations before using any cleaner. Using a soft cloth or sponge, wipe down your garage doors inside and out with the cleaning solution, then rinse with water and wipe dry. Once clean, inspect your garage doors for wear. 

  • Rust. If you find any rust spots, moisture has penetrated the paint. You will need to sand off the rust and repaint the area, or repaint the entire door. If left unchecked, rust will eventually ruin your door.
     
  • Bare spots. Are there bare spots where the finish or paint is gone or worn? Plan on painting or adding a finish coating to your doors this summer.
     
  • Cracks. Hard winters can leave your garage doors worse for the wear. Inspect your doors for cracks or damage from the winter storms. You may need to replace panels or the entire door if there is cracks in the surface. 

Once your doors are clean and in good repair, the next step on your summer garage door maintenance should be to have a tune-up performed on your opener. If it has been more than a year, call your local garage door service company to perform an annual tune-up and inspection.

 Posted on behalf of Legacy Garage Doors

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Damaged Metal Garage Door Panels

April 9th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage doors put up with a lot of abuse. They are hit with basketballs, bicycles and even cars, getting dinged and dented in the process. Over the years, your garage door can begin to shows signs of all this mistreatment, taking away from the beauty of your home. However, a few dents and dings don’t necessarily mean the whole door needs to be replaced. 

Replacing Damaged Panels

Many metal garage door panels are removable and replaceable. Depending on the door and manufacturer, you can usually order replacement panels for those which have become dented or bent out of shape. They generally come in only a few colors, or just in white. Once they are replaced you can paint the entire door, leaving it looking just like new. 

There are a few situations where garage door repairs may not be a good option and you will need to get an entire new garage door. These include: 

  • Older models. Some of the older models of garage doors may have been discontinued by the manufacturer. When a model is discontinued, there may not be replacement panels available to order. In this case, you would either have to have panels custom made or replace the entire door.
  • Door structure is damaged. If more than just the panel is bent or damaged, the entire door may need to be replaced. Before ordering new panels, have your local garage door service company inspect the entire door to make sure that only the panel area is damaged.
  • Multiple panels. If two, three or more of the panels are damaged, it may be more cost effective to replace the entire door, especially if the door is already a few years old. 

Replacing old panels on your metal garage door can give your whole garage and home a fresh, new look. Talk to your garage door service company about replacing your dented panels today!

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Garage Door Safety Tips

March 25th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage doors can weigh hundreds of pounds, making them extremely dangerous if they come crashing down unexpectedly. A poorly maintained garage door system can unexpectedly fail, creating a serious hazard for you and your family, especially small children. It is important to understand the risks that a garage door can pose. Reduce these risks by following standard safety rules regarding upkeep, and use them to keep your family safe from harm. 

  • Garage door controls – Never allow children to play with garage door controls. Make sure your remote garage door opener is installed at least five feet off the ground to keep it away from small fingers.
     
  • Reverse mechanism – Your garage door opener should have a reversing mechanism that stops the door from closing when an object is in the way. Test this mechanism monthly by putting a board under the door. If the door does not reverse after touching the board, call your garage door repair company to have it serviced.
     
  • Emergency release – Know how to use the emergency release feature on your garage door opener. Your manual should have instructions on how this feature can be engaged.
     
  • Check balance – Manually lift and pull down your door, checking for any resistance. When closing, stop about three feet off the ground to ensure that it does not close on its own. Any resistance or automatic closing means the door may be out of balance.
     
  • Inspect your door – Periodically, you should inspect your garage door. Look at the springs, pulleys, cables and rollers for any sign of wear or damage. Never attempt to repair these on your own. Call a professional who has the right tools and experience to safely handle garage door repairs. 

Garage doors should have an annual inspection and tune-up to keep them working properly, and to promote safety. Call your local garage door service company to schedule your annual inspection today.

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When Is The Last Time Your Garage Door Had A Tune-Up?

February 12th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Most people don’t think about maintaining their garage doors until the day they go to leave and it won’t open or close properly. The mechanisms which operate a garage door and their automatic openers need maintenance, just like any mechanical device. Without regular tune-ups, inspections and attention from a professional technician, your garage door will eventually stop functioning safely and effectively. 

Importance Of Scheduling An Annual Garage Door Tune-Up

Keeping your garage door working properly not only can prevent unnecessary breakdowns, but can also keep your family safe from injury. Garage doors are very heavy, and when a cable or spring snaps unexpectedly, they can come crashing down to cause serious injuries or damage to property. Annual tune-ups and inspections by a garage door technician can keep your garage door in good working order. Most annual tune-ups will include: 

  • Inspection. The technician will look at all the working parts of the garage door and opener for wear and parts which may need replacement.
     
  • Tighten nuts and bolts. A nut or bolt can slowly loosen. and can cause a major accident. Tune-ups will usually include tightening of the nuts and bolts in the system.
     
  • Lubricating the system. As a mechanical system, many of the parts require lubrication. Tune-ups will usually include lubrication of the hinges, rollers, springs, garage door opener sprocket and chain.
     
  • Door balance and pressure. Many tune-ups will also include rebalancing the door and checking the downward pressure of the garage door opener. 

By having annual tune-ups and garage door repairs performed on your garage door by a qualified technician, you can increase the safety and life of your garage door. In the long run it can save money plus keep your family safe from injury.

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Signs Of Common Garage Door Problems

February 11th, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Most of us use our garage doors every day, putting heavy wear and tear on the mechanical aspects of the door. Over time, the cables, chains, springs and other mechanisms can wear out and cause problems with your garage door. One way to prevent problems is to have annual inspections and maintenance performed by a professional. However, even with regular maintenance, garage door problems can still occur. 

First Signs Of Garage Door Problems

The majority of garage door problems don’t happen overnight. There are generally signs your door will need garage door repairs soon. Knowing the signs can help you identify when there is a possible problem before it causes a bigger issue. 

  • Strange noises. If your garage door is making strange noises when opening or closing, it could be a sign that it needs some of the hardware tightened, replaced or lubricated. Squeaks can mean lubrication, where scraping sounds can mean struts, pulleys or bearings need repair. A popping noise may indicate the rollers need replacement.
     
  • Door opening/closing slowly. A slow moving garage door may be a sign it’s time to replace your spring. Replacing a spring can be dangerous, so always call in a professional.
     
  • Not closing all the way. If your garage does not close all the way, check to see if anything is blocking the door path. If not, there may be a problem with the sensors, rails or cables. Call in a garage door technician to diagnose the problem. 

If you know the signs that your garage door is having problems, you can get these issues resolved before it stops working altogether. Proactively taking measures to have these problems looked at can save you both time and money in the long run.

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Garage Door Safety

January 3rd, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage doors are very safe and while accidents are relatively rare, the accidents that do occur are generally the result of improper installation and improper inspection and maintenance of the garage door.  The installation and maintenance of garage doors should always be performed by a licensed and insured garage door contractor. 

Often safety issues can occur if the door is not properly installed.  Common installation issues occur when framing that holds the door track is not properly secured to the structure of the home.  Other installation issues include improper tension on torsion or extension springs, which assist in opening of the door, as well as holding it open. 

The lack of inspections and routine garage door maintenance leads to many garage door safety issues.  Once of the most common issues is related to a garage door opener not being able to reverse the closing process, if an obstacle gets in the way while the door is closing.  Typically, these obstacles could be either a child or a pet, which could be crushed by the door while it is closing.   Older openers do not have this reverse feature, but new openers are required by law to have this feature. 

As a part of any maintenance inspection, the proper operation of this feature must be verified.  Other safety issues occur when untrained homeowners attempt to perform maintenance on items without the proper training and tools.  It is important to keep in mind that significant personal injury or death is possible if a 300-pound garage door is not installed and maintained properly.

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Routine Garage Door Maintenance

January 3rd, 2014 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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As with most other item in the home, garage doors need periodic inspection and maintenance in order for the door to perform properly and safely.  The best way to make sure that these inspections are made and the maintenance is performed is to have a qualified, licensed and insured garage door contractor make these inspections at least two times per year.  In many cases, the inspections and preventative garage door maintenance will allow potential issues to be identified early and corrected before they fail.  Periodic inspection and maintenance services are quick and economical as well! 

During the inspections and maintenance visits, the technician will operate the door with and without the opener to listen for any unusual noises.  While they are operating the door they will also be conducting a visual inspection of the door, door parts, track, springs, cables, pulleys, and rollers.  The next thing that will be checked is the door balance.  Here the technician will verify that the door springs are working properly by lifting the door and making sure that the door remains fully open.

If the garage door has an opener, the technician will verify that the reversing mechanism is working properly.  As a part of this part of the inspection, the technician will verify the proper alignment of the photo eyes and examine the amount of force being applied by the opener to close the door.  The final part of the inspection will be a lubrication of the moving parts on the door and in some cases the moving components on the opener.  If issues are discovered during the inspection, the technician will be able to make the necessary corrections on the spot.  Periodic inspection of maintenance is the key to keeping garage doors operating properly and safely!

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Considerations for Garage Door Repair or Replacement

October 9th, 2013 Posted in Garage Door Repairs
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Garage doors are one of the essential elements of any home or building. It protects the people living inside. It also adds beauty to the house or building.  If you have a home or building needing a new garage door or your current garage door repaired, then it’s highly recommended to hire a Garage Door Repair company.

When you search for garage door repair companies, you’ll discover numerous companies.  Therefore, your next step is to decide upon the best company.

Consider these three (3) factors:

  • The quality of the service to be provided
  • The warranty
  • The price (your budget)

Select a garage door repair company that has been in business for many years.  Avoid going with a company that does general construction or contracting because they lack the specialized experience necessary to provide you with quality service.

Different Types of Garage Doors

If you decide to replace your current garage door with a new one, you’ll need to choose among the various types.  Garage doors have different characteristics depending upon the type.

Wood Garage Doors

Wood garage doors are environmentally friendly. They offer many awesome technical features, including:

  • Insulation
  • Good ventilation for garage

Furthermore, wooden garage doors can be decorated. For example, garage door carving is now quite popular.

Nevertheless, wooden garage doors require regular preventive maintenance such as cleaning and painting. Additionally, wooden garage doors require chemical protection to minimize or avoid damage caused by:

  • Water
  • Fire
  • Insects (different kinds)

Metal Garage Doors

Metal garage doors are durable and widely used for both homes and buildings. This type of garage door provides you with:

  • Solid protection
  • Durability
  • Reliability
  • Long-term use
  • No special treatment required

Perhaps, the most important part of metal garage doors is having them professionally installed and insulated.  For more help in getting your current garage door repaired or replaced, contact a professional garage door company.

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