Autumn and winter are not good seasons for your garage door. Cold air, rain and snow all contribute to to processes of rusting and decay which can render you garage door both unsightly and unsafe. Conducting a few routine maintenance checks and cleaning rituals can, however, save you a great deal of time and money in the long run. Today I’ll explain the importance of lubrication. (more…)
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Lubrication: Protect Your Garage Door This Winter
Monday, October 25th, 2010Don’t Leave Your Garage Door Opener In Your Car!
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010Don’t leave your garage door opener in your car! As inconvenient as this may seem, this is the exact advice police are giving out, following a spate of incidents involving burglars breaking into cars, stealing garage door openers and using them to gain access to people’s houses. (more…)
Painting Your Garage Door
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010When it comes to the colour of your garage door, it is best to think carefully before buying and put some effort into choosing the tone. After all, it’s far easier to put a little more time in before buying than it is to try repainting the garage door later on. However, here’s some advice for those who are determined to change the colour of their door. (more…)
Importance of Garage Door Maintenance
Saturday, July 3rd, 2010Garage doors are important features of a house; they protect your car or, more likely, all the stuff you store away in your garage because you can’t bear to part with it or can’t fit it in the house. Whatever it is you keep in your garage, the fact that you bother keeping it in there implies you probably don’t want it stolen.
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Garage Door Opening Mechanisms
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010Opening mechanisms are a popular addition to garage doors and a little knowledge can go a long way when picking the right one for you. In this post I cover the main types of mechanisms and safety features you can expect from a door opener.