Garage door opener repair is something you should never attempt yourself. That is, however, not to say that you cannot troubleshoot the problem yourself. Just make sure to contact a garage door professional for all needed repairs or replacement. Do You Need Garage Door Opener Repair? Here are some common problems that you may...
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According to the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA), “when Americans come home from work or school, the front door now takes a back seat to the garage door.” Being able to drive right in after a long day provides unsurpassed convenience. Residents have also reported feeling safer and more secure when entering...
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Purchasing a new garage door is an excellent way to increase your curb appeal, energy savings, and leisure time. Most new garage doors can be professionally installed in the course of a few hours. One thing that you may very well be wondering about is new garage door cost. While, only a local garage...
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The garage door opener was invented in 1926 – five years after the creation of overhead garage doors – with minimal features. Early models were designed only to lift and lower the door. Garage door openers have certainly grown up since then! Today, there is a full range of openers available with a multitude...
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Automatic garage door openers provide drive-right-in convenience. Simply press a button, and the door opens and closes in quick succession, meaning you never have to exit your vehicle. If it malfunctions, however, you could be left out in the heat until repairs can be made. Frequent breakdowns indicate replacement. You may also want to...
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The average lifespan for garage door openers is 10 to 15 years. Designed to work with torsion or extension springs, this system opens and closes your door at the press of a button; usually four times a day. Over time, problems may present themselves, necessitating the need for repair. While it is possible to...
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Do away with the remote all together with a Wi-Fi compatible garage door opener. Core features include: Controlling the door from anywhere, anytime; customized alerts on the status of the garage door; and scheduling the door to close at a specific time. These features help to ensure much needed peace of mind. MyQ Retrofits...
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Are you in the market for a new garage door opener? To help you discover the best garage door opener for your own personal needs, we examined three popular models: chain-drive, belt-drive, and screw-drive. We also discuss must have features such as battery backups and smart technology. Garage Door Opener Types There are three...
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Whether you’re unhappy with your existing door’s appearance, it is damaged beyond repair or it is nearing its life expectancy (from 15 to 30 years), deciding to purchase a new garage door provides an excellent opportunity to increase curb appeal. A new garage door can also increase property values making it a popular home...
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Don’t let their modest size fool you, garage door springs work to balance the entire weight of the heavy door as it lifts and lowers, whether manually or with an automatic garage door opener. As such, they under tremendous tension, which can make repairing them dangerous. Here is everything you need to know about...
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