A garage door is like a feature wall for the front of the house. It can be a subtle feature or can help your house stand out! If you like the idea of a funky garage doors, you can experiment with different colours, different textures or different styles of garage doors. I love seeing the different approaches that people use, and I like to include really cool technology trends for garage doors on my blog. Who knows what a standard garage door will look like in a few years - but isn't it fun to imagine what the future holds?!
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5 Garage Door Problems You Should Anticipate
21 November 2017
Even with proper installation, garage doors can develop problems over time, because they have several movable parts that are prone to wear and tear. To prevent most problems, proper care and maintenance is necessary. In this article, we have compiled a list of some garage door problems that you should anticipate and how best to handle them. 1. Loud noises Loud noises from a garage door are not just irritating but are a pointer to something wrong with the door or the opener.
When to Call a Contractor for Garage Door Service
12 July 2017
Minor problems with a home's garage door can often be fixed by the homeowner; a quick spray of lubricant along the chains can be all that's needed to get the door moving again, or you might need to remove debris inside the frame so nothing is in the way of the door. However, there are times when needed repairs to a home's garage door should be left to a contractor; note when that is, and why it's best to call a professional in these cases.
Up, Up And Away: Things To Consider When Choosing An Opener For A Tilt-Up Garage Door
20 June 2017
Adding an automatic garage door opener to your garage is an easy and often surprisingly inexpensive way to add a touch of luxury and convenience to your home. However, garage door openers must be carefully chosen to ensure that they can handle the specific demands placed on them by your type of garage door. This is especially important when purchasing an automatic door opener for a tilt-up garage door, as these doors handle in a unique way and can render unsuitable door opener models partially or wholly ineffective.
Advice for Landlords Who Rent Garages
14 June 2017
Landlords who rent garages privately tend to fall into one of two categories. The first is residential landlords who have garages that are either a part of the dwelling they rent to tenants or that are on the same property. In such situations, the use of the garage by the tenants is commonly included as a part of their tenancy agreement. As such, the rental income for the garage or garages on the property is included as a part of the overall charge.
Typical Causes of Garage Opener Failure
15 May 2017
Garage doors are typically massive components in the home that require significant physical effort to open and close manually. That's why they are often equipped with a garage opener. A garage opener is a motorised device that controls garage door operations. It helps homeowners make easy work of the opening and closing of garage doors by eliminating the need for manual operation. Garage openers usually rely on hardwired switches mounted on the garage wall and/or radio transmitters that pick up signals from remote-controlled gadgets to open and close garage doors.