Rated One of the first things most homeowners should do during the rainy season or weather months is either install or replace their garage door weatherstripping. But this can be a bit of a daunting task for an individual, especially if they have never done it before — and an improper application of weatherstripping could be […]
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Maintaining a Safe and Working Garage Door
Despite how common a garage door is, it can still be rather dangerous. In most homes, the garage door is the largest piece of machinery, and it needs to be treated as such. Garage doors can seriously injure an individual when going up and down, and can malfunction in very hazardous ways. In order to […]
Do You Need an Insulated Garage Door?
Are you wondering whether you should get an insulated garage door? Insulated Garage Doors are the perfect solution for homeowners who want to maintain the temperature of their garage, reduce their overall energy costs, and improve the soundproofing of their garage as a whole. But an insulated garage door is more expensive than a traditional garage door, […]
What Is an Insulated Garage Door?
What is an insulated garage door and why might a residence require one? Garage doors are generally sold with varying degrees of insulation, depending on your location and your persona needs. Some doors are simply a thin layer of metal: though they may serve to keep the harsher elements out of your garage, they won’t […]
Properly Cleaning Your Garage Doors
When was the last time you cleaned your garage doors? Garage doors can be difficult to properly clean. Not only are they made out of multiple sections, but sometimes it isn’t clear what parts you should clean and what parts you should leave alone. Still, it’s better than simply leaving them dirty: a garage door […]
Is Your Garage Door Seal Working Properly? Here’s How to Check
The unsung hero of the garage door, the door seal helps in reducing flooding, keeping out pests, and improving the overall insulation of the garage and the home. Nevertheless, the old adage “out of sight, out of mind” does apply: most people never think about checking whether their garage door seal is working properly until […]
Pest Control: Keeping Mice Out of Your Garage
Adorable to some and terrifying to others, mice are never a welcome visitor to any home. Not only do mice attempt to get into stored food, but they can also carry with them other types of pests and disease. Keeping mice out of your garage can be especially difficult, as your garage is often exposed […]
Garage Door Basics: Knowing the 7 Major Parts of Your Garage Door
A regular inspection of your garage door will keep it in safe and operable condition, but that can be difficult if you don’t know the parts of your garage door. There are seven major parts to a garage door, and their operation is fairly simple. The Opener. The opener to the garage door operates on […]
Garage Door Safety Tips
Every year there are an estimated 13,325 injuries in the United States due to garage doors. These injuries range from being crushed underneath a falling door to being cut by the sharp edges of the door tracks. When properly installed and maintained, garage doors should not represent a safety risk; almost all injuries occur due to […]
Understanding Common Garage Door Sizes
When you are looking at replacing your old garage door, or perhaps looking to install a new garage door for your newly built home, you will want to know the common garage door sizes available. Action Garage Door has compiled the most common garage door sizes for you! If your needs are not met by […]