Tips

Garage Door Related Advice

Our experts have a few professional tips that can teach you a few new things about your garage door and it's various parts and help you take better care of it. 

• Remove excess water, ice or snow from your door to prevent damage

  If you live in a colder climate, always make sure to brush away excessive water, snow or ice so your garage door’s operation isn’t impeded. Frozen weather stripping is especially prone to damage since the seal or insulation can be ruined if it's frozen to the floor when the door starts to move. If the damage is already done, contact our experts to make the proper repairs and check your entire system to make sure it operates smoothly.

• Get a garage door opener for easy operation

  Using an opener provides the convenience of saving time and effort both when you're pulling out and pulling into your garage. If you have just moved into a new home or if you're currently making some home improvements, you should consider switching your garage door from manual to automatic operation with the purchase of a brand new opener.

• Check the window frames

  Depending on the age and material of the garage door window frames, you might notice that they do not insulate as they should. Wood ones can warp over the years and that's why it's preferable to acquire aluminum frames, which are more resistant. Our specialists also suggest good quality weather seals to avoid drafts till you have them replaced.

• Use common sense, not knowledge

  It's just takes some common sense to understand that the weight of the garage door, the tension of the springs and the electric power of the opener can be dangerous and cause accidents. Avoid garage door repairs alone even if you have some knowledge. It's best to ask assistance from our specialists than jeopardizing your safety.

• Reapply Anti-rust

  A single application of antirust does not last forever. Our experts recommend reapplication of antirust on garage door metal parts such as the hinges, the tracks, or the bolts. Keep a can of antirust in the garage and inspect those certain parts when they already need reapplication. Do not let rust form on them because rust damages the metal and its integrity.

• Change the Access Codes Regularly

  Access codes for a garage door with a security lock should be changed regularly. These codes allow anyone who has them gain access to your house. They should be changed periodically to ensure the safety of both your family and your belongings. Also, you may want to refrain from writing them down.