Sunday, June 18, 2017

How to measure for a new Garage Door

Before you ever start looking at new garage doors, be sure of the proper size garage door you need. Fortunately, measuring your garage door can be a quick, easy process with the right approach.

 

Before you start, you’ll need to be prepared with some basic materials. You’ll want a tape measure to get the actual measurements, a step ladder for easy access to all areas, and a pen and paper to write it all down.

Now you’re ready to actually measure the garage door.

Start by measuring the width of the door. For this measurement, you want to make sure you record the width at its widest point. You will measure from the middle of the left side of the finished opening directly across to the right side. Measure in feet and inches. It may be difficult for you to stretch a tape measure all the way across by yourself, so get assistance or use a digital tape measure.

Once you’ve got the width, the next step is to measure the height, also in feet and inches. Again, you want the highest possible point. Make sure the floor is level and the top of the finished opening is as well. Measure from the garage door floor to the top of the finished opening.

Now you need to know how much room you have between the door opening and the ends of the garage. Measure the width from the opening on either side to the end of the garage on that side. You’ll need up to 3.75 inches on each side to install vertical track. For a double car garage door, you need a center post at least 10 inches wide.

You’re almost done. Next, you’ll need to measure the distance from the top of the door opening to the ceiling. You’ll need a stepladder for this part. This area is known as the headroom, and it is important because the garage door will need to roll up on tracks through this area.

Finally, you’ll need to measure the distance from the garage door opening to the back of the garage. This is called the backroom, and it is also critical because this is the area where your garage door will retract when open. If you have a sectional door, you’ll need the amount of the door height plus 15 inches for manual lift doors or 18 inches for doors that retract with an electric garage door opener.

 

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Sunday, June 11, 2017

5 Reasons Why Now is the Time to Get a New Garage Door

People often put off getting a new garage door. They may think: “as long as it opens and closes, upgrading to a new door is really not necessary.”

The most obvious reason to get a new garage door is that you should not wait until it stops working altogether. You do not want to end up in a situation where you need your car but you cannot get it out because the garage door will not open.

Yes, you certainly want to replace an aging garage door so that you can avoid this kind of emergency situation. Here are five other equally important reasons why you should consider upgrading your garage door right now.

1- It will increase your property value.

A new garage door will make your home more attractive. If the property looks better, cosmetically, then the value will increase in the eyes of prospective buyers or home appraisers. Even if you do not plan on selling your property in the near future, a new door will make your home more attractive and, hopefully, give you a greater sense of pride in your property.

2- It will bring a higher level of safety and security

New doors are more secure than older ones. This means that you can store something of value in the garage and feel better about its security. As of 2014, some doors have the capability to be opened via a smartphone app. This means you can control access to your garage from anywhere in the world.

Also, all new garage doors have photoelectric reversal systems that will stop and reverse the door if the sensors detect something or someone under the door when it is closing. This has been mandatory since 1993, so older doors still may not have this important safety feature. Photoelectric reversal systems are an invaluable feature for homeowners with children and pets.

3- You can customize your new door

Rather than getting a stock door, you can combine the different elements of a garage door to create exactly what you want. When designing your own door, you can have control over both the look (color, decorative elements, windows) and the features (size, insulation).

4- It will lower your energy costs

A new door can literally pay for itself by lowering your energy costs. New doors are airtight and many models come with insulations. This will allow you to control the climate inside the garage with a minimum amount of heating or cooling. Furthermore, the airtight design will protect your car and items stored in your garage from the weather no matter how harsh the conditions outside get.

5- You will not have to worry about maintenance

Like other appliances, a new garage door will add value because it will probably not need maintenance or major repairs for a long time. If you sell your property, the buyer will value this peace of mind, and if you do not sell, you can enjoy not having to worry about paying for major maintenance projects.

 

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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

THE PROS AND CONS OF WOODEN GARAGE DOORS

One very popular material for garage door design is wood. Wood garage door offers a timeless appeal, especially for older homes in the Boston area. But wooden doors can present a host of problems, too. So what are the pros and cons of getting a wooden garage door, and is it the right garage door design for your home? The Mass Garage Doors Expert can help you decide.

PROS OF A WOODEN GARAGE DOOR

  • They are beautiful. If you want a really beautiful garage door that can increase your curb appeal and even the value of your home, a wooden garage door might be the right choice.
  • They can be built to suit any size garage door opening. Wood is a versatile material, so your garage door can be built to suit a garage door opening that’s an unusual size or has a sloped entrance more easily than with other materials.
  • They offer some soundproofing. This can be an advantage especially if you live on a busy street or in an otherwise noisy area.
  • They can be easily customized and changed. If you want your garage door to match your home, you can paint a wooden garage door easily. If you change the color of your home, you can easily change the color of your wooden garage door.
  • They are relatively resistant to damage. Most wood doors are difficult to scratch, dent, or otherwise damage. If it doesn’t get damaged, though, they are usually easy to repair.

CONS OF A WOODEN GARAGE DOOR

  • They are heavy. Wooden garage doors aren’t easy to open with manual power due to their size. You’ll probably need a heavy-duty garage door opener to handle the weight, as well.
  • They require much more maintenance. Wooden garage doors take a lot more care than garage doors made of other materials. You’ll need to occasionally sand and paint the garage door to keep it in good repair and will need to make sure water doesn’t start to rot the wood.
  • They can require a larger initial investment. While a good wood garage door should last a long time, they can be more expensive than doors made from other materials.

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOUR HOME?

So is a wooden garage door right for your home? It might be if you are looking for a beautiful garage door that complements your home’s decor and you aren’t concerned about the investment or the maintenance requirements. Our garage door design team can help you find the wooden garage door or a door made from another material that’s more suitable to your space. You can get a free estimate on all of your garage door needs from us today, from installation to design to repair and more, just by contacting us. Give us a call or fill out the form on our website and Mass Garage Doors Expert will get back to you as soon as possible with the information that you need. Let us help you find the perfect garage door for your Boston-area home today!

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Saturday, May 27, 2017

“What should I do if I lost my garage door opener remote?”

imagesWhen your garage door opener remote has been lost, stolen, or simply misplaced, a fair amount of panic can begin to set in. “What if a thief tries to break into my home?” “How am I going to get back in?” “Am I going to have to buy a whole new garage door?”

At Topline Garage Door in Blaine, we specialize in helping our customers find solutions to these exact questions.

Luckily for you, the ability to disable your remote is a possibility. Depending on the make and model of your garage door opener, a simple button press could be all that’s needed to change the code for your door, rendering all remotes that were connected to the opener unusable. That means potential thieves can’t get in.

Can’t find the button? Or maybe you found it and need to get a new garage door opener remote? We can handle whatever problem you may be having with your garage door opener. All it takes is a quick call to either our North Metro or East Metro location in Blaine and we’ll be on our way to help make sure that you’re taken care of.

Regardless of the reason you need a new garage door opener remote, getting help from the pros at Topline Garage Door Co. in Blaine is a simple process. Contact us today!

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Saturday, May 20, 2017

The Serious Dangers of DIY Garage Door Repair

Here’s Why You Should Never Attempt DIY Garage Door Repairs

Everyone has a little bit of a DIY spirit in them. So, when you first experience issues with your garage door, your inclination may be to self-diagnose the problem, watch a couple of YouTube videos, and get to work. And while it may seem easy enough, DIY garage door repairs come with some pretty grave risks.

7 Reasons Why DIY Garage Door Repair Isn’t Smart

When the kitchen faucet drips, you can typically head to the local home store and get the parts you need to fix the issue. When there’s a hole in the drywall, all you have to do is purchase a couple of items and you’re ready to patch, sand, and paint. When there’s a problem with your washing machine, you can do some research and solve the issue within a matter of hours. However, when there’s a problem with your garage door, your first reaction should be to call a professional. Here are a few reasons why:

1. Torsion Springs Can be Seriously Dangerous

There are two types of garage door spring systems: extension systems and torsion systems. The latter – while reliable and commonly used – are very dangerous from a maintenance and repair perspective.

“Torsion springs are normally mounted horizontally above the opening of your garage door,” one expert notes. “When you pull the door down, cables attached to the bottom corners actually force the springs to wind up, in turn energizing the system. When you open the door, the springs then unwind and their energy transfers to the door, helping it to lift up and making it easier to open.”

Sounds simple enough right? Well, once these springs become compromised, they can become dangerous – or even deadly in extreme circumstances. The springs store mechanical energy when they’re tightened. If a spring breaks, the tightly wound coils quickly convert that energy and unwind in a violent and unpredictable manner. If you’re nearby, the springs could hit you in the face, eyes, arms, or chest.

2. You Can Make the Problem Worse

When you embark on a DIY garage door repair, you have all the right intentions. You’re probably trying to save some time and money. However, you may actually make the situation worse. Should you mess something up – which is quite likely – you could cause additional damage to the door. It’s also possible that you could trigger damage to the garage itself or any of the items inside the garage – your car included.

3. Falls are Dangerous and Deadly

Each year, thousands of people are injured or killed in home-related accidents. And, almost without exception, the number one leading cause is always falls. The Home Safety Council says falls account for roughly 6,000 deaths annually.

While you’re always susceptible to a fall, you should do everything you possibly can to avoid situations where falls are particularly dangerous. This includes climbing ladders to fix garage door issues.

4. Improper Use of Tools

Nobody wants to drive to the local home store, just to buy a tool that may only be used once for a specific job. Unfortunately, many garage door repairs require very specific tools. This means homeowners often try to get by with the wrong tools, which results in unsafe work conditions.

Not only does the risk of using the wrong tools increase your chances of further damaging your garage door system, but it could also damage the tools themselves. Furthermore, when it comes to power tools, one wrong move could lead to injury.

5. falling garage door

Did you know that steel garage doors commonly weigh more than 100 pounds and wooden garage doors can weight several hundreds of pounds? In other words, this isn’t something you want to lose control over. Should the door come crashing down, it could damage (a) the door itself, (b) the floor beneath the door, and (c) anything standing in between the door and the floor. That last item could include you, your car, a pet, or just about anything else.

While it may seem unlikely that you’d do something to cause your garage door to suddenly come crashing down, this is actually quite common in DIY repairs. Improper disconnection of the door restraints is a huge risk that shouldn’t be overlooked.

6. Using the Wrong Parts

Every garage door has its own individual nuances. Some have very specific requirements in terms of parts and materials that can be used. As a DIY repairman, you may not be aware of this. As a result, you’ll probably end up purchasing whatever replacement parts you can find.

At first, everything may seem good. The door goes up and down. However, days, weeks, or months down the road, shoddy repairs can come back to haunt you. This could result in additional damage or even injury.

7. Fixing the Wrong Thing

Garage doors are fairly simple mechanisms, but the average person needs to spend some time studying how they work. If you’re attempting to fix a problem without doing any research in advance, you may actually end up addressing the wrong issue.

Much like human illnesses, there are often “referred symptoms” with garage doors. If you aren’t careful, you could end up fixing the symptoms as opposed to the problem itself. This is a waste of money and may make your problem even worse.

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Sunday, May 14, 2017

Safety Check Your Garage Door Before Fall

Before the weather starts to turn colder and winter bears down upon us, there are three maintenance checks every homeowner should perform on their garage doors.

Misalignment, cracking, or worn parts only get worse in winter’s rough conditions. Many emergency repair jobs happen when the temperature dips. To avoid having to repair your garage door in the dead of winter, make sure it is in good condition now. Save yourself from the frustration and cold!

1. Test the Balance of Your Door
Step 1. Close your garage door. Disconnect your door from the opener by pulling on the red release cord.
Step 2. Manually lift the garage door. Stop it at waist height, and keep it steady.
Step 3. Release the door. It should stay at waist height. If door goes down on its own, you need to have it adjusted. If it goes back up, the springs are too tight. Both of these scenarios put undue wear on the garage door opener. If the springs are too tight, the door has to work against the spring pulling it up. If the door needs re-adjustment, it has to work against gravity pulling the door down.
Step 4. If your door moves, contact us right away—a professional needs to adjust it for balance right away. A professional has to adjust the garage door and springs for balance.

2. Visual Examination of Parts

Door Service Diagram1. Start by making sure the tracks aren’t bent or rusting.
2. Make sure the rollers on the track aren’t worn out or rusty.
3. Examine the cables for rust, fraying, or areas that seem worn.
4. Close your garage door and inspect the seal around the door. You shouldn’t see any light coming through any of the four sides (left, right, top, bottom).
5. Check the hinges on your door for rust or cracks.

If any of the door’s parts are worn or rusty, give us a call for preventative repairs.

3. Check Bottom Seal

Between the bottom of the door and the floor, your garage door has a seal (astragal). An astragal is either a solid black flap or tube-shaped. Its shape and material enable the astragal to form a tight seal and soft close. In the fall, small animals like mice, rats, chipmunks, and squirrels can chew through the seal to get into the warm garage or to find food.

Take a moment to check your bottom seal throughout the fall to make sure no animals are trying to come in for the winter. If you determine that your door can’t close or seal effectively, try replacing your seal first.

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Friday, May 5, 2017

Advantages and disadvantages of garage doors with pedestrian walk-throughs

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You’ve no doubt seen them in magazines and on the internet – they come in many different styles and sizes – and sure, they look interesting, but what are the advantages and disadvantages of having a garage door with pedestrian walk-through installed?

PROS

  • Energy savings You’ll often find pedestrian doors on commercial and industrial doors. This is because they are more energy efficient, after all, you lose less heat by opening a small access door than by raising a 16 x 16-foot door.
  • Pedestrian walk-though doors are practical if you have a basement garage and installing a regular access door is impossible.
  • They are also a practical alternative to regular access doors if you live in a neighbourhood where the building density is high and there isn’t enough available side space for a regular door.
  • While a power cut would stop you from being able to access your garage through your electric garage door, you will be able to enter through this alternative entry point.

CONS

  • The pedestrian door itself and the safety system that must be installed to avoid any damage to the garage door can be very costly. Sometimes, adding a walk-through door to a single garage door is just as expensive as installing a full garage door system.
  • If you use an electric garage door opener system and the walk-through door isn’t fully closed, your opening system would still open your garage door, potentially causing a lot of damage, unless you have invested in a device to prevent this from happening (more cost).
  • Your garage door might not be compatible. Walk-through doors must be installed on garage doors that are at least 8-feet wide. We strongly recommend using garage doors that are insulated with polyurethane and at least 1 3/8 to 2-inches thick.
  • Although we listed energy savings in the pros, on smaller garages walk-through doors actually reduce energy efficiency.

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Sunday, April 30, 2017

Choosing The Correct Garage Door

If you are looking to increase the value of your property, then you may want to think about the advantages of investing in a new garage door. It is a simple, reasonable and very effective way to do just that. An attractive looking garage door can often reflect upon your house and make it stand out more from the homes nearby, thus making it a bit more individual and unique. If you pick something to enhance your home, then this will give a much better overall appearance to the outside of your property.

Automatic or Manual?

Manual doors are not as popular as electric ones and may be thought of as old fashioned. After all, who uses a television without a remote control nowadays? What would you think of someone that did? However, that doesn’t mean they are completely antiquated – not at all, just much less in demand.

Here at Hollington Doors, we specialise in installing electric garage doors. Just press a button on your remote control and hey presto! Many of our customers contact us just to update their current manual door (or doors) to electric.

Which Way Should a Garage Door Open?

When choosing your garage door from new, you need to decide which way you would like it to open. We can either fit double doors that open and close as a pair, or an overhead one that pulls up or down. This will depend on the look you wish to create and the space that you have. Overhead garage doors is more common to homeowners because in many cases it is more easily accessible and more compact making it easier to store, but of course, each case is personal.

Garage Door Materials

Then there is the material that the garage door is made from. The obvious fabrics are Wood, Steel,  ABS Plastic, Fiberglass (GRP) and Sectional which are insulated. Each one has different benefits, but ultimately, most people will choose the material type that goes best with their house.

Wooden Garage Doors

Hollington’s wooden/timber handcrafted garage doors are created from the very best quality timber including oak, mahogany, cedar, hemlock, spruce, iroko, and pine. Attention to detail is a priority to us as we make sure that each wooden garage door lives up to the specifications and quality that our customers should expect. Wood’s natural character and appearance is always very appealing to our customers.

Sectional/Insulated Garage Doors

A sectional garage door can be a very good choice for different reasons. These are also bespoke as are all our doors, but are provided with extra insulation making them more draught proof, however, still reasonably priced. These are also available with a window alternative.

Steel Garage Doors

Traditional solid steel garage doors are a low maintenance option as they will not rust or need painting like some fabrics. These are well known for their toughness and sturdiness. They are made from corrosion resistant hot plunged galvanised steel to ensure that they remain secure, reliable and trouble free.

GRP Fibreglass Garage Doors

GRP stands for Glass Reinforced Polyester and garage doors manufactured from this fabric are also a low maintenance option as they normally have no joints, seams, rivets or fastenings. An occasional wipe is enough to keep them looking top notch.

ABS Plastic Garage Doors

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is a mouthful so ABS is much easier to say! As you would expect, garage doors made from this are a lot lighter in weight than the traditional garage door. However, even though it’s lightweight, this fabric is still hardwearing. This type of door matches very nicely with homes that have UPVC windows.

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Sunday, April 23, 2017

7 Reasons Why DIY Garage Door Repair Isn’t Smart

When the kitchen faucet drips, you can typically head to the local home store and get the parts you need to fix the issue. When there’s a hole in the drywall, all you have to do is purchase a couple of items and you’re ready to patch, sand, and paint. When there’s a problem with your washing machine, you can do some research and solve the issue within a matter of hours. However, when there’s a problem with your garage door, your first reaction should be to call a professional. Here are a few reasons why:

1.   Torsion Springs Can be Seriously Dangerous

There are two types of garage door spring systems: extension systems and torsion systems. The latter – while reliable and commonly used – are very dangerous from a maintenance and repair perspective.

“Torsion springs are normally mounted horizontally above the opening of your garage door,” one expert notes. “When you pull the door down, cables attached to the bottom corners actually force the springs to wind up, in turn energizing the system. When you open the door, the springs then unwind and their energy transfers to the door, helping it to lift up and making it easier to open.”

Sounds simple enough right? Well, once these springs become compromised, they can become dangerous – or even deadly in extreme circumstances. The springs store mechanical energy when they’re tightened. If a spring breaks, the tightly wound coils quickly convert that energy and unwind in a violent and unpredictable manner. If you’re nearby, the springs could hit you in the face, eyes, arms, or chest.

2.   You Can Make the Problem Worse

When you embark on a DIY garage door repair, you have all the right intentions. You’re probably trying to save some time and money. However, you may actually make the situation worse. Should you mess something up – which is quite likely – you could cause additional damage to the door. It’s also possible that you could trigger damage to the garage itself or any of the items inside the garage – your car included.

3.   Falls are Dangerous and Deadly

Each year, thousands of people are injured or killed in home-related accidents. And, almost without exception, the number one leading cause is always falls. The Home Safety Council says falls account for roughly 6,000 deaths annually.

While you’re always susceptible to a fall, you should do everything you possibly can to avoid situations where falls are particularly dangerous. This includes climbing ladders to fix garage door issues.

4.   Improper Use of Tools

Nobody wants to drive to the local home store, just to buy a tool that may only be used once for a specific job. Unfortunately, many garage door repairs require very specific tools. This means homeowners often try to get by with the wrong tools, which results in unsafe work conditions.

Not only does the risk of using the wrong tools increase your chances of further damaging your garage door system, but it could also damage the tools themselves. Furthermore, when it comes to power tools, one wrong move could lead to injury.

5.  Falling Garage Door

Did you know that steel garage doors commonly weigh more than 100 pounds and wooden garage doors can weight several hundreds of pounds? In other words, this isn’t something you want to lose control over. Should the door come crashing down, it could damage (a) the door itself, (b) the floor beneath the door, and (c) anything standing in between the door and the floor. That last item could include you, your car, a pet, or just about anything else.

While it may seem unlikely that you’d do something to cause your garage door to suddenly come crashing down, this is actually quite common in DIY repairs. Improper disconnection of the door restraints is a huge risk that shouldn’t be overlooked.

6.   Using the Wrong Parts

Every garage door has its own individual nuances. Some have very specific requirements in terms of parts and materials that can be used. As a DIY repairman, you may not be aware of this. As a result, you’ll probably end up purchasing whatever replacement parts you can find.

At first, everything may seem good. The door goes up and down. However, days, weeks, or months down the road, shoddy repairs can come back to haunt you. This could result in additional damage or even injury.

7.   Fixing the Wrong Thing

Garage doors are fairly simple mechanisms, but the average person needs to spend some time studying how they work. If you’re attempting to fix a problem without doing any research in advance, you may actually end up addressing the wrong issue.

Much like human illnesses, there are often “referred symptoms” with garage doors. If you aren’t careful, you could end up fixing the symptoms as opposed to the problem itself. This is a waste of money and may make your problem even worse.

Contact Your Local Overhead Door Expert Today

As you can clearly see, your garage door isn’t something you want to tackle on your own. While it may look like a simple contraption, it’s by far one of the most complex and dangerous mechanisms in your home. The good news, however, is that help is never too far away.

Contact your local expert today!

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Saturday, April 15, 2017

Common Issues with Garage Doors and Solutions

Your garage door may suddenly have problems when operating. The problems vary and are often easy to tackle. For the repairs and adjustments that appear tough to handle, consult the manual or hiring for garage door repair services. This article explains the common problems that may cause your garage door to stop working.

Squeaking as the door opens: the hinges or springs of your door may squeak when it is being opened. This is common for the door because it is used daily. Before you think of contacting a professional technician, spray a lubricant on the door (at the hinges and springs). Ensure to use a lubricant that is specified for garage doors.

Rust spots at the bottom of the garage: this often occurs during winter when salt is used to melt ice. The door may also have been affected by a chemical splatter during a driveway cleaning. In this case, you need to remove the debris from your garage door by cleaning it thoroughly using water and soap.

Black residue: your garage door can be filled with black marks on its exterior. These marks are brought by the coated oil on the torsion springs. These require an annual washing of the entire door to remove the marks.

Failure to open using the wall switch or remote: several issues may cause this problem. First of all, consider replacing the remote batteries. The other cause may be the wrong positioning of the safety photo eyes of the door opener or breakage of spring. For this, consult a professional technician. Also, confirm that the motor unit has been correctly plugged in.

A rough opening: at times the door may not open smoothly but with a noisy and jerky motion. This happens when the garage door or its opener is not well-maintained. You need to consult a garage door professional for a check-up.

A frayed cable: when this happens, door owners usually try to adjust or repair the springs. This is not advisable since a serious injury can result from high spring tension. Consider hiring a professional in garage door repair services.

Problems with closing: the door may not close to the end or open immediately after closing. In this situation, the first step is to check for any substance that might be blocking bottom sensors of the garage door. The door might also be hitting something causing it reverse; remove all obstructions. Sometimes the garage door lights flash when it doesn’t close properly. Check on the pattern that the light flashes. It can be an indicator of the problem. Confirm the meaning of the pattern in the manual. Make the adjustments then test the door. If it’s still experiencing problems, try to open it manually after disconnecting the opener.

The motor keeps running: sometimes the motor won’t stop running. This calls for adjusting of your limit switch. This can be done well by the garage door repair services. You may also need to check your manual for additional steps of troubleshooting.

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Tuesday, March 28, 2017

HOW TO PROLONG THE LIFE OF YOUR GARAGE DOOR

  1. Keep your garage door in tiptop shape. We don’t usually think much about our garage door, but the fact is, it plays a large part in your home’s curb appeal and value. Deciding to install a whole new garage door is a major purchase, so it’s a big decision. On the other hand, it’s often better to simply keep the garage door you now have, and responsibly maintain it, so it will remain in good condition for many years. In all likelihood, you’ll keep it functioning and looking as outstanding as you can, for as long as you can.

These days, garage doors are of better quality than decades ago. They’re manufactured according to strict safety standards. A prime-quality garage door provides an effective barrier for optimized reduction of heat transfer into your garage. The door sections of excellent-quality garage doors are painstakingly tested and come with superior warranties.

With regular wear and tear, how long should you expect your garage door to last? It depends. First, the manufacturer lists an official estimate in your operator’s manual. Also, if your garage door’s materials are of exceptional quality, your garage door will probably last far longer than average.

Particularly if your garage doubles as an office, shop, or game room, all the more reason to keep your garage well-maintained ~ which means starting with a garage door that’s durable and resilient. The truth is, your garage door is the biggest operating appliance of your household, so it’s important that you keep it in working condition.

  1. Establish a routine maintenance schedule. Follow a schedule for proper upkeep of your garage door, which is what’s recommended by expert garage door technicians. For optimum safety, inspect the components of your garage door system once each month. Replace worn-out parts and tighten loose bolts. If you hear any strange noises when the garage door opens or closes, don’t procrastinate, investigate! If you observe any problems with springs, wires, pulleys, or cables, then professional attention is required. Moreover, you should schedule a yearly inspection with a trustworthy local garage door repair company.

It’s surely worth the time and effort to maintain your garage door properly, and you’ll save money overall, also. You won’t spend a lot on repairs, and you won’t have to replace it for a good number of years.

  1. Lubricate. Garage door springs normally last for about ten years. The typical reasons garage door repair is required are broken springs and cables. To do all you can to prevent the need for repairs, be sure to lubricate the springs, rollers, and hinges.

Without lubrication, your garage door springs are going to rust, and eventually the coils will bind. A light coating is all you’ll need. Don’t use anything too heavy, or it will attract grime and dirt.

Most garage door professional technicians will tell you to lubricate the springs each year, before winter arrives; some even say to lubricate every three months. In any case, it’s best to choose a top-name brand.

You can also do your part to effectively extend the life of your garage door opener. Most garage door openers last about twenty years. Take a close look at the opener’s main gear periodically: Open the case, and lubricate the main gear using white lithium grease.

  1. Keep it balanced. Check your garage door’s balance twice each year:
  • Disconnect the garage door opener from the garage door, to operate it by hand: Pull on the rope that’s hanging from the opener to disconnect the door, so you can lift it up manually.
  • The owner’s manual contains instructions on how to reattach the garage door opener to the garage door.
  • Your garage door should balance at about three or four feet above the floor. If there’s any resistance, if the door is too heavy, or if it won’t stay up all the way, the spring requires adjusting. Call a garage door repair technician.
  1. Keep it working.
  • Operate your garage door for one full cycle (shut and open), to make sure it’s working smoothly.
  • Assess the automatic reversing garage door opener feature: As the door goes down, grab it to give it a bit of resistance, to see if it reverses. If it doesn’t, then a professional technician has to adjust the opener’s sensitivity.
  • If your garage door isn’t reversing, or if you discover any additional issues, hire a garage door professional to inspect, replace, adjust, or repair whatever is needed.
  1. Keep it safe. Examine the garage door’s safety features regularly: to Test out the safety sensors by waving in front of the electronic eyes. The garage door should now go back up each time the beam is broken.
  1. Keep it clean. The garage door will last much longer when you wash it thoroughly, front and back, at least annually, with a sponge and clean water with mild dish soap. Rinse well. Don’t forget the garage door opener sensor eyes: Use a clean, dry cloth. Keep the area around the sensors free of dirt and cobwebs.
  • Do you have a steel garage door? Wash it every other year. Apply car wax for added cold-weather protection.
  • Do you have a wooden garage door? If you notice any signs of peeling or chipping, you’ll maintain great curb appeal with a fresh coat of paint.
  1. Be careful! DON’T TRY to adjust the spring tension yourself, unless you’re an engineer! Only an eminently qualified garage door repair technician can suitably carry out the servicing required. A garage door spring packs a wallop, so if it isn’t repaired, adjusted, or replaced correctly, the springs can cause serious injury, and even death. Along with the garage door springs, the drums, the bottom brackets (to which the cables are attached), and the cables, are all under a great deal of pressure.

If any garage door components ever require adjustment or replacement, track down a reliable local garage door repair company you know you can count on. If you are in Englewood, Colorado, consider hiring a dependable company such as Englewood Garage Door Repair.




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Friday, March 24, 2017

Englewood Garage Door Repair: Identifying Garage Door Spring Issues

Your home has many important entrance ways including your front door, your bedroom door, and even your bathroom door. When these begin to creak or otherwise show signs of damage, we immediately begin to find ways to fix them using either WD-40 or replacing the whole door itself. There is one more entrance way that needs the same consideration but often gets neglected, the garage door. The garage door protects our vehicles and miscellaneous knick-knacks from the elements yet, we don’t know something is amiss until the day we can’t seem to get it to open or it falls down completely. While most companies will tell you to “replace the whole thing completely”, Englewood Garage Door Repair in Englewood, CO wants to teach you what to look for instead. The typical culprits are garage door springs.

Garage door springs come in two categories: torsion springs and extensions springs. Their basic function is to counter the weight of the garage door itself. Think of it this way, if a garage door weighs around 100 pounds, then you need a spring capable of producing an equal 100 pounds of “spring force”. So when even one of these springs begins to stop serving that purpose, you can imagine the issues that arise.

So what are some ways that can be used to identify when a garage spring needs replacing?

While springs can last upwards of a thousand open and shut cycles, inclement weather as well as extended wear and tear from multiple users can make this process that much quicker. The first sign of a bad spring is typically one of three things: low tension in the spring, lack of regular maintenance, and them physically snapping.

Low tension in the spring can be spotted rather easily by an expert or if you happen to know what to look for. The reason low tension is a major indicator of a spring needing replacement is because they no longer serve their primary focus (as mentioned earlier) but in addition, increases the risk of the coil snapping while your car is backing out and bringing the door down on it. If you or an expert notices that there is something amiss with the garage spring in regards to tension, do not wait! Call a garage repair service immediately.

Outside of tension, the second most important factor to consider is maintenance. When was the last time you or someone you know oiled the garage door springs in your home? If your answer was never, then you probably are in need of replacing them. Garage door springs, like anything else, require constant maintenance to continue to work. In addition to oiling each one, there is also a process of rebalancing that needs to happen within the first two years of being installed.

Most home owners, unless specifically told by the realtor or construction company, will neglect to rebalance their garages and this causes a massive amount of wear and tear that shortens the life cycle of the springs significantly. It’s no surprise that a spring in need of rebalance is called “failing” however there are some tests to see if your springs are unbalanced.

Users with or without an opener can move the garage door to the up position and watch for any discrepancies in the track. Typically, if either bottom roller is uneven with the vertical or horizontal track, this is a sign of spring failure and they need to be serviced ASAP. The other way to test for an unbalanced spring is to pull your door down to where it is about in the middle of the track. If it is able to rest in that position without outside help, then there are no major Issues. However, if it slowly moves up or down, then the door is no longer being fully supported.

Finally, the best way of identifying garage door spring issues, is if they simply snap! This can happen in a wide variety of ways but is often accompanied by a large bang that can be heard from just about anywhere in the house. This sound is the one of the coils snapping in two, leaving just the bare cable exposed. While the garage may still operate as intended for a short period of time, each cycle you place on the door from then on is a gamble.

Another way to tell if they’ve snapped (if you never heard the noise) is to look up when you open the garage and see if the attached springs are separated, loose, or in two parts which is a telling sign that it’s time to get your garage springs replaced.

Now that we know how to identify it, how can we fix it?

This is a simple answer, call an expert!  At Englewood Garage Door Repair, they can tell you all kinds of horror stories of people with general knowledge attempting to fix a garage door on their own. While this is definitely doable, imagine trying to support a 100 pound sheet of metal as you reconnect another large coiled piece of metal that needs to be placed exactly where the tension is just right.

If you imagined all the horrible things that can happen and go wrong, then you’re absolutely right! The reason for garage door repair specialists is because it’s not a simple mechanism that anyone can replace like a light bulb. Calling a professional when you see any signs of low tension, lack of maintenance, or snapping of a garage spring is the right thing to do.

Another benefit of having someone else look at the springs is peace of mind. Sometimes, we overlook crucial details that seem insignificant to us. An expert will spot this in a second and when deciding a course of action, make sure that the garage door is replaced and fixed right the first time.

So before you head to work, why not check in on those springs that keep your most important entranceway operational. They may be overlooked but proper maintenance can keep an inevitable problem from turning your great morning into a horrible one.




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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Signs You Have a Garage Door Problem

You might think it’s all in your mind or that you are doing something to cause the reaction that you are receiving when you attempt to open or close your garage door. The truth of the matter is that it is probably something wrong with your door and it isn’t all in your head. The biggest problem that we see at Englewood Garage Door Repair is that people in Englewood, CO wait too long to seek the help they need. They either notice that there is a problem and ignore it or they try troubleshooting it on their own but when they don’t see any visible sign of a problem they go on about their business thinking that they have done all that they can to address the problem. The one thing that we would highly discourage anyone from doing is ignoring a problem that they may be experiencing with their garage door. The problem could be more serious than you know. If there is a problem and you continue using your garage, you can either harm yourself if the door comes down on you or the repairs could be far more expensive than if you were to address the problem at the onset.

If you listen carefully whenever you are using your garage, you’ll be able to save yourself the added expenses of expensive repairs and eliminate the possibility of being harmed by your garage door. We are often too busy to pay attention. Most people simply go on, day after day, doing the same thing without paying much attention to the way their garage door is functioning. The only time they pay attention is when they notice something or the noise they hear is so loud that they cannot ignore it any longer. By the time the sound has become so loud that you are unable to ignore it, this tells us that there is something seriously wrong that needs to be addressed by a professional technician. Your garage door will generally continue working until there are some indications that it is about to stop. It hardly ever just stops working without notice. If you are able to identify the warning signals that your garage door is about to stop working, you might be able to prevent this from occurring. You are likely able to be able to catch the problem while it is still small before it turns into a much more expensive repair job.

Signs There Is A Problem

Door Not Closing Completely

When you notice that your garage door will not go all the way down to the ground, this means that there is something blocking your sensors. The sensors are located toward the bottom of the door. If there is something blocking them, it will not close completely. Over time, debris may develop on the lenses and this makes it impossible for the sensors to work properly. You can clean them with a soft cloth. Gently wiping away any debris on them. We stress ‘gently’ because if you wipe them too hard, you could damage the lens. If there is something as simple as a trash can or a shoe blocking even one of the sensors, it should be removed in order for the door to go to the ground. If they are not correctly aligned, this will also prevent the door from going all the way to the ground. If you sense that this might be the problem, allow an expert service technician to evaluate this for you. They will open the garage door opener and make the needed adjustments. Finally, it there is any loose or damaged cables, this could prevent the door from opening.

Unusual Noises

You will have to deliberately listen for any noises that your garage door makes. You shouldn’t wait to address the issue when the problem is so loud that you can’t ignore it. If you’re hearing noises when your garage door is in use, it is likely that there are some loose hardware or parts that need to be lubricated. A technician will lubricate the moving parts of your door system with WD-40. They will only apply a light coating so that debris doesn’t quickly begin to build up. They also examine the bolts and screws attached to the door along with its connecting hardware and make needed repairs and adjustments.

Door is Difficult to Open

When your garage door does not appear as though it will not close, there may be a problem with your springs. The door balance will need to be checked. Since the springs are tightly wound, they can become dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. We recommend that you allow a qualified professional to handle the job of assessing your spring problems. However, to get out of your current situation, disconnect your garage door opener and pull the override cable in the rear of your opener. This will enable you to open the door manually. If there are problems with your garage door springs, allow a trained professional to repair or replace them as soon as possible. If you allow the problem to get worse, the springs can break and the door will fall down. If the door falls down, it will make the problem a lot worse. Your car can be damaged or the falling door may harm you.

These are simply some of the most common things that we see our customers ignoring. Pay attention to what is going on when you use your garage, it can mean the difference in the amount of money you ultimately end up spending to get your garage door working appropriately again. The best way to avoid an incident from occurring is to schedule routine garage door maintenance. Every inch of your door will be evaluated to ensure that there is no problem that can stop your door from functioning the way that it should. You can also avoid any potential harm due to a faulty garage door.




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Thursday, March 9, 2017

SPRING SYSTEM VS PULLEY SYSTEM – GARAGE DOORS

We often hear the term “garage door springs” and while many folks know exactly where they are and what they do, many others do not. Here at Englewood Garage Door Repair, we sell, service, repair and install garage door springs of all types, sizes and categories. Our local customers often ask us about the main differences between the two types of springs – torsion and extension. These are often called by other names including spring system (torsion) and pulley system (extension).  Read on and see how these two main garage door spring types work tirelessly to make your life more convenient and safe.

Torsion garage door springs (spring system)

If you have a newer garage door opener system, chances are you are using torsion springs. These are located at the top of your garage door. They consist of a torsion spring bar mounted on the header on the inside of your garage door opening. The actual torsion springs are mounted on this tube that runs parallel with your garage door. At each end is a drum with cables that connect to the bottom bracket on each end of the garage door. As your garage door opens and closes, these cables move up the length of the door and around the drums. The actual torsion springs provide the strength to open and close the door while the drums and cables do the lifting. Torsion spring sizes depend on how heavy your garage door. This is calculated with all attached components and not by simply weighing the garage door itself. These torsion springs tend to last longer than the older, less used extension springs. We measure the life cycle of torsion or extension springs as one open and one close. This is different from saying that something lasts 5 years or 10 years. Instead, we measure springs in these life cycles which average 10,000 to 20,000 cycles for torsion springs and 5,000 to 10,000 for extension ones. Also, some lighter garage doors will only use one torsion spring while larger, heavier ones will use two or more.

Extension garage door springs (pulley system)

If you hear some people say that they have the pulley system in their garage; it is their extension springs that they are talking about. These are still being used today even though this system is older and the springs tend to not last as long. Your extension springs are mounted on either side of your garage door and yes, you will always have two of them. These springs use pulleys and cables to pull your garage door open and closed. They need to be balanced and in good shape if you want your garage door to move evenly up and down. Our Englewood, CO garage door repair techs have found that it is best to replace both extension springs if one goes out as they tend to fail about the same time. If only one spring is working, it will give your garage door an obvious tilt to one side. If your garage door uses extension springs, they will stretch as your garage door closes and loosen when it opens. Extension springs also use safety cables that attach on each side to the track while running through the middle of each spring and then further attaching to the track support brackets. Why all this extra support? Namely because extension springs can be dangerous. They pack a lot of power and when they snap or break, they can fly through the air with tremendous power – even to the point of crashing through a windshield! Every year people and/or pets are hurt or even killed when an extension spring is mishandled during amateur repair or replacement is being done. The safety cables mentioned earlier help to keep these dangerous springs from flying everywhere but they are no guarantee that havoc will not commence if handled in the wrong way.

OK – which should you use?

That’s entirely up to you. If you already have extension springs and you are careful, keep using them. If you are still unsure which kind of spring set you have, call a local Englewood, CO garage door repair shop and get further clarification. If you like, get replacement estimates from your garage door pros and see if this fits within your budget. You can always wait until one or both of your extension springs needs repair or replacement and then make the switch to torsion springs. Many local garage door installation and repair shops (including ours) offer free price quotes and no obligation, free details on new installations, upgrades, replacements and maintenance service.

Does it really matter?

Actually, yes it does! Your garage door springs are the true heavy hitters in the industry. They are hardly thought of (until there’s a problem, anyway!). Think about it – how many times have you opened and closed your Englewood, CO garage door over the years? Did you once think about what a great job your set of springs is doing? Be honest; no, you didn’t! Yet, without those hard working, powerful springs your garage door opener would not be able to lower or raise your heavy garage door. It doesn’t matter if you have a single sized residential garage door, a double sized one or even a massive industrial garage door – springs are the force behind opening and closing each one of them.

Security feature

Springs not only afford us convenience, they provide safety, as well. Without garage door springs, we would have to manually move our own garage doors up and down each time we used them. No opener on earth could work without the use of either extension or torsion springs; that much is a given. On the security side, you would have to actually leave the safety and comfort of your car in order to lift your garage door open. This puts you outside the vehicle where someone could accost you, force their way into your home or even steal your car, complete with insurance, registration and driver’s license inside!




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Saturday, February 18, 2017

WHICH GARAGE DOOR IS RIGHT FOR YOU? ELECTRIC OR MANUAL?

When you are shopping for a garage door, you will soon discover that there are a good number of options ~ an endless list of size, shape, style, and material combinations. By and large, we don’t think much about it, but the garage door plays a major part in the overall look of your property. The fact is, an unsightly garage door will make your property look rundown, and the curb appeal and value will decrease. Therefore, it is important to have a stellar-quality garage door that’s resilient and solid. When it’s time to purchase a new garage door, you’ll want to achieve the ideal combination of price, attractiveness, toughness, and acceptable maintenance requirements.

Electric Garage Doors

Pros

Convenience. The handiness of a remote control is the main reason most folks want to have an automatic garage door. This highly desirable selling point means that you can open or close your garage door without getting out of your vehicle. It’s also very convenient to have a push-button control for the garage door also, normally inside your garage. Either way, someone inside the garage should always be capable of opening the garage door. You ought to keep one remote control permanently inside your automobile, and keep aside a second remote control in case you lose your regular remote.

Aesthetics. The good news is, an automatic garage door does not have to look like it’s electric. It really doesn’t need to appear any different from a manual garage door. Basically, an electric garage door doesn’t have to look modern to be modern. You can select any garage door material or style, including steel, Fiberglas, aluminum, wood, or wood composite, in raised panels or long panels.

Options. With an electric automatic garage door, you’re able to adjust the speed that your garage door opens and shuts. You can make your garage door suit your style.

Safety. An automatic garage door is generally safer than a manual garage door. It will automatically stop when it detects that there are any objects blocking the way ~ such as a garbage can, box, bicycle, or toy ~ so that it won’t smash into them. Your garage door will be better protected, instead of getting damaged by touching any objects in its path.

Moreover, an automatic garage door typically also has a manual locking and unlocking mechanism. This works as an effective fail-safe for safety and maintenance reasons. For example, in case of a fire, you might have to open the garage door to escape your home. Furthermore, if a power failure happens, you’ll be able to operate the garage door by hand.

Cons

Complicated installation. You can have an entirely new garage door put in, or you can convert your manual door into an electric garage door. The main trouble with an automatic electric garage door is that its installation is more difficult, and thus it must be carried out by a professional garage door technician.

If you are brave enough to install the garage door yourself, it’s going to take a lot of effort. But please, don’t attempt to install an electric automatic garage door by yourself unless you’re sure you know exactly what you’re doing.

Maintenance. The maintenance requirements of an automatic garage door are a bit more complex than those for a manual garage door; but overall, an electric garage door is sturdy and reliable. There are numerous kinds of automatic garage doors, so before you choose, find out about the maintenance routine needed.

It’s vital to keep an automatic garage door well-lubricated in order to prolong its life, ensuring that the door will operate smoothly and quietly for as long as possible. It’s best to schedule an annual inspection with a reputable garage door company.

Manual Garage Doors

Pros

Easy installation. A single-panel garage door is a solid slab, which slides up and into the area above your car when it’s opened. It’s also known as a “one-piece-up” or an “up-and-over” garage door. There are only a few parts, and therefore it’s easier to install. Most single-panel garage doors are hung on a durable hinge system attached to the jam. Once this type of garage door is fitted with springs, it swings easily, and a garage door opener is not even needed.

Lower cost. A single-panel garage door is often less expensive than an automatic garage door. If you ever need to repair or replace the cables or torsion springs, your cost will also probably be lower.

Simplicity. With fewer parts, there is much less to maintain and fewer items that could potentially break over time.

DIY. If you have an older home, a single-panel garage door is perfect because it will be relatively effortless for you to complement its traditional style. If you ever desire to retrofit the garage door hardware that you already have, a single-panel door is a less problematic choice.

Cons

Safety. A single-panel garage door has extension springs, which, when it malfunctions, can be hazardous. If not correctly maintained, the springs can actually go straight through a wall! They can cause serious injury and even be deadly.

Maintenance. When a single-panel garage door fails, it usually fails completely, and the entire garage door can come down.

Space limitations. If space is at a premium in your closely packed neighborhood, you may feel cramped. Extra area in the driveway is required for your single-panel garage door to tilt up and down, so each time you open or close your garage door, you’ll have to park further back.

To choose the garage door that’s right for you, there are a great deal of factors to consider. It all depends on your property; your garage’s uses; as well as your budget, taste, and specific requirements. It’s best to call an expert. If you’re anywhere in Englewood, Colorado, choose a legitimate staff mobile professional from a trustworthy garage door company, such as Englewood Garage Door Repair, where free consultations are available.




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Thursday, January 19, 2017

Englewood Garage Door Repair: Sectioned Garage Door vs Solid Garage Door

There are so many different options when it comes to making a decision as to which garage door is best for you. The thing is, everyone has different preferences, needs and wants. In Englewood, CO, locals have the option of getting on the phone with Englewood Garage Door Repair for help in choosing the best options for them. Because this team of experts gets so many questions regarding the differences between solid garage doors and sectioned garage doors, they have put together some pros and cons that anyone could look into. These might help you to make the best possible decision if you are currently in the process of choosing a new garage door for your property, regardless of where you live. First, we will go over sectioned garage doors. This type of door is also referred to as a sectional garage door. This should help you out before spending your hard-earned money on something that might be subpar to your taste.

The benefits of sectional garage doors

A sectional garage door tends to have to work well in two foot segments. Numerous panels need to pull off to be put together properly. For some property owners, this is a deal breaker in itself, but for others, they like how it looks overall. The fact that there are numerous panels can also be good in the event that damage occurs. One panel might need to be replaced, versus an entire garage door.

Sectional garage doors are very safe, and perhaps even safer in comparison to single panel garage doors. Why? Well, single panel garage doors use extension springs to operate, which can fail to work correctly if they are not maintained properly, and when they fail to work correctly they can snap or fly off their connectors. You might not think a little spring can do much damage, but the fact is, they have indeed gone through drywall and caused damage to car windows. With that amount of strength, you can only imagine the damage which would occur if an extension spring were to hit a person.

Another pro of a sectional garage door is that it fares well in harsh weather conditions. If any damage occurs to the garage door, it might only impact one section. On the other hand, a solid garage door might end up with a huge dent in the door or other damage which impacts the entire garage door.

An additional pro of a sectional garage door is that you can get better space with it. What is meant by this is that a single panel garage door has to tilt and it needs the space to do this, so while the garage door is opening, it could end up being problematic for you if you have spacing requirements or limitations.

The benefits of solid garage doors

Now that you know some of the pros to having a sectioned garage door, we will discuss some of the pros to having a solid garage door. A solid garage door might also be referred to as a swing garage door, up and over garage door or even a one piece. You might also see this type of garage door referred to as a single panel garage door. This type of garage door is great for those who are on a tight budget, as they are cost-efficient. You might find that getting a solid garage door is less expensive than getting any other kind of garage door, depending on the style and material that you are going with. Another pro is that with a solid garage door, you have a wide range of options in terms of finishes and materials. Finally, this type of garage door is easy to open manually, if need be. That’s because its design is very well balanced.

The cons of single panel garage doors

Now let’s get into some of the cons of these different types of garage doors. As mentioned earlier, sectional garage doors are able to better withstand harsh weather conditions. A single panel garage door is less durable. Also, single panel garage doors come with the risks associated with using extension springs to operate. No one wants to have to deal with personal injury or property damage because an extension spring has snapped. It is important to ensure the springs are maintained properly for safety. Finally, this type of garage door will have to swing out to open, which can end up being dangerous if you have small children or if you happened to park too close to your single panel garage door.

The cons of sectional garage doors

There are also some downfalls to owning a sectional garage door, depending on who you might ask. One of the biggest complaints about sectional garage doors is that they are expensive. When you are looking into customizations, you might find that you are spending too much money. If money isn’t an issue, however, then this won’t be a problem. A sectioned garage door can also get dirtier than other kinds, as dirt and debris can get trapped in the panels. It can also get stuck while opening or closing if the panels or sections aren’t in sync with one another. As long as you are willing to keep your garage door maintained, you shouldn’t have many problems, if any at all. If you have an expert that you like, you can schedule regular inspections or have them come out at the first sign of a problem.

Remember, what is a downfall to one person might be viewed as a benefit to another person. Be sure to talk with an expert in your area. If you are in Englewood, CO, give the team at Englewood Garage Door Repair a call to discuss options. If you don’t live in this part of the country, call an expert in your local area to discuss the differences between the various types of garage doors. Pick the best one for you and your needs!




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Englewood Garage Door Repair

When a service technician from Englewood Garage Door Repair provides you with service, they will offer you a thorough job, done right. Our service technicians are capable of installing your garage door and the components associates with it. If you’re shopping around for a new garage door, let the service associates of Englewood Garage Door Repair find the best door for your and your family needs. They are knowledgeable and helpful. Take the time to consult with them about what you want. The service technicians of Englewood Garage Door Repair are professionally trained. They know how to successfully address your many garage door issues and concerns. To make it possible for us to give you the service that you need, contact us today and allow us to do so. Services offered at Englewood Garage Door Repair consist of: garage door repair repairs, garage door installation, garage door replacement, garage door opener installation, garage door opener repairs. There is a large selection of services offered to you at Englewood Garage Door Repair. We are sure we’ll have the service you need to resolve your garage door problems. We proudly stand by our work and offer guaranteed satisfaction to all of our customers.




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Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Englewood Garage Door Repair

When a service technician from Englewood Garage Door Repair provides you with service, they will offer you a thorough job, done right. Our service technicians are capable of installing your garage door and the components associates with it. If you’re shopping around for a new garage door, let the service associates of Englewood Garage Door Repair find the best door for your and your family needs. They are knowledgeable and helpful. Take the time to consult with them about what you want. The service technicians of Englewood Garage Door Repair are professionally trained. They know how to successfully address your many garage door issues and concerns. To make it possible for us to give you the service that you need, contact us today and allow us to do so. Services offered at Englewood Garage Door Repair consist of: garage door repair repairs, garage door installation, garage door replacement, garage door opener installation, garage door opener repairs. There is a large selection of services offered to you at Englewood Garage Door Repair. We are sure we’ll have the service you need to resolve your garage door problems. We proudly stand by our work and offer guaranteed satisfaction to all of our customers.