Rated There are three common types of drives for your garage door opener – Belt Drive, Chain Drive, and Screw Drive. Before you choose one, take into account how you use your garage and how often you open and close it. Belt-Drive Garage Door Openers – Belt Drives often chosen specifically because it operates very quietly. Rather […]
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Should I Buy a Light or Heavy Duty Garage Opener: A Buyer’s Guide
Automatic garage door openers give you easy, well-lit access to your garage and home. They can also add security features to your home. But before you install a garage door opener, it’s important to know how much power will be needed to lift your garage door safely, effectively, and at a reasonable speed. Horsepower: How […]
How and How Often to Perform a Garage Door Safety Test
Garage door openers are a staple of convenience. In fact, they’re typically so reliable and effective that you forget about them, which is how it should be. Still, they do need a little attention from time to time and performing three outrageously simple tests once a year can ensure that your garage door is operating […]
Why Garage Door Maintenance Is Important
Very few people think about garage door maintenance when they think about home ownership. Instead, we think of things, such as roofs and foundations, but your garage is something that you’re going to use every day. It’s an exterior barrier to your home and it’s entrusted with the safety of your vehicle every night. It’s […]
Are Garage Door Springs Dangerous?
Yes. Garage door springs can be dangerous. The danger lies in what happens if and when the springs suddenly fail. Since the spring is under constant tension, a sudden failure can cause the spring to break apart violently. Without the right safety measures in place, a sudden spring failure can cause serious injuries to anyone […]
Your Simple Guide to Stylish Garage Doors
If you need a new or replacement garage door, you have a chance to bring an amazing touch to the look of your home. This quick lesson in style will introduce you to the standards in garage doors, enhancing your ability to choose a door that you will appreciate for many years. Choosing Your Garage […]
Understanding Why Your Garage Door Isn’t Working in the Winter
Having a garage either attached or detached from your home is one of the best amenities to have. A garage can serve a multitude of purposes, including housing storage, vehicles, and more. And while a garage can be of the utmost value, there are many homeowners who complain about their garage doors not working correctly […]
Keeping Snakes out of and Away From Your Home in Pearland, TX
Pearland’s location just outside Houston means that residents can expect to see all the critters and creatures associated with the bayou, including snakes. These creatures will come into your yard and home looking for food, water, and shelter. Excluding the snakes from your property is the best way to control them because some of those […]
Holiday Theft Protection
For most people, the holidays are a time of celebration and joy. They are filled with family, friends, and activities that help make memories that will last a lifetime. Other people, though, see the holidays as a time of opportunity. They are on the lookout for ways to exploit any weaknesses that could be beneficial […]
How to Sync Your Car’s Garage Door Button in Four Easy Steps
Modern cars are full of conveniences, and for many Americans, onboard garage door remotes are an expected luxury that has become commonplace. If you installed your garage door or purchased a new vehicle, you should have easy access to instruction manuals that can show you how to sync your car to your home. If you […]