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Proper Garage Door Maintenance

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Repairs for a malfunctioning garage door can be expensive, leaving a massive dent in a homeowner’s budget. Routine garage door maintenance will help increase the longevity of your garage door and reduce the chances of it breaking down. Proper maintenance routines involve tightening up hardware, testing the door balance, and a close inspection of its moving […]

Garage Door Safety Month

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Garage door accidents are more common than many people think. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS), 15,000 people visited the emergency room for injuries related to garage door accidents in 2018. It is important to ensure that you and your family are practicing proper safety and […]

What’s the Difference Between Chain Drive vs Belt Drive?

 The chain drive and belt drive opener configurations offer similar utility but have varied characteristics to consider while making your purchase decision. Here’s what to expect regarding construction, durability, noise, and speed for chain drive versus belt drive openers. Garage Door Opener Construction Chain drive garage door openers operate using a basic roller chain and […]

2018 Best Halloween Garage Door Ideas

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As Halloween approaches, it’s time to start decorating. You’ve got an entire yard and porch to decorate, but don’t forget to utilize another important area of your property: your garage! You have so many opportunities when it comes to your garage and garage door that you may even want to focus on welcoming guests and […]