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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Garage Door Opener FAQs
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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Looking for something fun to do in the next few days or weeks? You’re in luck! There are always family-friendly events, like those that follow, happening in Chandler. Many of these events are located in beautiful Downtown Chandler which has recently experienced tremendous growth. Many new retail shops and entertainment venues have opened in...
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How to Heat Your Garage in the Winter?
While its primary function is to shelter cars, many Americans use their garage for alternative purposes such as household storage, hobbies (e.g., working on cars, woodworking, or getting fit) and home improvement projects. If you will be spending time in the garage this winter, you very well may want to consider effective methods for...
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How to Know When Professional Garage Door Service is Needed?
Your garage door consists of several moving parts that work together each time you press your garage door opener transmitter or wall button. After being operated more than a thousand times per year, these components may show signs of wear and tear, which can subsequently cause the door to malfunction. Maintaining your garage door...
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Garage Door Opener Repair
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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Garage Door Panel Replacement
Most sectional garage doors are composed of four hinged panels. These panels are often subject to a lot of wear and tear. They may also become damaged by children playing kickball or someone accidentally backing or driving into the door – whoops! The good news is that garage door panel replacement may be possible...
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Lose the Garage Door Opener Remote
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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Which is the Best Garage Door Opener?
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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How to Measure for a New Garage Door
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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