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Help! Why Is The Garage Door Not Closing All The Way?

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While electronic garage doors are a convenience, they are also dangerous. To help prevent injuries, they have sensors and fail-safe options. These systems can lead to garage doors not completely closing. Here are the main reasons your garage door isn’t closing the whole way and what you can do about them. Check the Sensor Lights Most garage doors will have sensors on either side of the door. All sensors should have lights that are always on. Read More»

3 Ways To Prevent Injuries From Broken Garage Door Springs While Waiting For A Technician

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Torsion springs for the garage typically have a life expectancy between 15,000 to 20,000 cycles, whereas tension springs have a life expectancy between 5,000 to 10,000 cycles. At some point, the springs will stop functioning properly and need to be replaced. Never repair or even touch broken garage door springs, as the springs contain a lot of potential energy and can snap at any moment and cause serious injuries. While waiting for a technician to come, here are 3 ways you can prevent the springs from becoming a hazard. Read More»

Areas To Check On A Broken Garage Door

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There are many different areas of a modern garage door that can stop working. if you’re having problems with your garage door, here are the key areas that you should check on.  Check on the Photo Eye One simple area to check first is the photo eye of your garage door. Between the beams of your garage frame, there are two sensors that send an invisible laser beam to one another. Read More»

Three Things Not To Forget When Installing A New Garage Door

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If you’re about to have a new garage door installed on your home, you’re likely looking forward to having a door that functions smoothly and that doesn’t have the cosmetic flaws of your old door. But before you install the door, ensure you’ve made arrangements for these three things that you may have forgotten about. Depending on where you live, forgetting these could make your garage door installation a lot less satisfying and a lot more expensive. Read More»

4 Reasons Your Garage Door May Be Malfunctioning

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There may be multiple reasons that your garage door is not functioning the way that it should. Here are a few of them:   The photo eyes of your garage door may be dirty. Your garage door may include a mechanism called a photo eye. There should be one eye on each side of the door. Between the photo eyes, there is a beam that prevents the garage door from shutting when the beam is interrupted. Read More»

3 Questions To Ask Yourself When Purchasing A New Garage Door

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Making the decision to invest in a new garage door can improve your home’s curb appeal. Since garage doors aren’t purchased too often, you might find yourself wondering where to begin when evaluating the many options available on the market today. Here are three questions that you can ask yourself to help narrow your garage door options in the future. 1. What is my home’s architectural style? To ensure that your new garage door complements your home’s existing style, it’s important that you take the time to identify the architectural style reflected in your home’s features. Read More»

Home Safety: Helpful Hints For Securing Your Garage Door

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Your garage door is the largest opening to your home, so it should be a priority when you are planning your home security. Garage doors that are not properly secured is a prime target for burglars, especially if the interior door to your house is not secure. Your home could become easily vandalized in no time at all if your garage is not properly locked. The following are some tips for ensuring your garage remains safe and sound:   Read More»

Creating An Inviting Entryway For Your Home

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One inexpensive and fairly simple way to give the look of your home a boost is to upgrade your entryway. By creating an inviting entrance, you give your home more curb appeal while giving yourself a more enjoyable environment. Only a few changes can make your home’s entryway the envy of the neighborhood. Arches and Arbors Making the front of your home a plant haven can transform its appearance. If you have any DIY skill at all, you can erect an arch, trellis or arbor that allows for you to either plant climbing vines, hang potted plants, or both. Read More»

The Biggest Reasons Why Garage Doors Fail Faster Than They Should

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You may take your garage door for granted, but of the door gets stuck or is no longer functional, it is definitely easy to appreciate the value it provides to you and your home. While most garage doors and garage door components will have a lengthy lifespan with the proper maintenance, there are some things you may do as a homeowner that can shorten this duration. If you want your garage door to last you and your home as long as possible, there are a few HUGE mistakes that you should work to avoid. Read More»

Three Troubleshooting Steps To Take When Your Garage Door Won't Close

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Garage door opening systems aren’t complex, but it can still be frustrating to try to figure out the problem when your garage door won’t close all the way or at all. This problem can come from multiple sources, from the motor itself to a component like the “safety eye” sensors. Whether your door closes partway and then opens again or whether it just won’t close at all, there are a few steps you can take to try to fix the problem yourself before you call a technician. Read More»