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keeping children and pets safe around garage doors

Do you worry about your children and pets around the garage door when it is opening and closing? If so, how much have you done to avoid those devastating circumstances of a child or pet becoming trapped underneath a heavy garage door? This was one thing that has always worried me with my kids because I had witnessed what can happen if a dog is trapped under a garage door. My blog will explain the many safety features that should be included in the installation of your garage door and some safety tips to teach your children to practice daily.

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Why Garage Door Repair Should Never Be Neglected

Posted on April 6, 2023

When your garage is in need of garage door repair, should you schedule the repairs right away or should you wait until your garage door entirely breaks down to get the repairs done? If it's the latter, then you're putting your family and home at risk of lots of damage as a result of waiting. Your garage door repair specialist will be able to assess the needs your garage door has in order to get the unit back to regular working condition. [Read More]

Common Problems With Garage Door Rollers And Repair Solutions For Them

Posted on January 6, 2023

Without rollers, it would be very hard for your garage door to move up and down the track. For this reason, it's important to keep these components in the best shape possible. They may suffer the following complications, but you can respond aptly if you follow these repair suggestions.  Rusted Rollers If you've had the same rollers on your garage door for decades, rust may have developed. It's not a substance you want to leave on these components because it can create added friction, as well as cause damage to the rollers over time. [Read More]

3 Reasons Why Your Overhead Door Keypad Is Not Working

Posted on August 25, 2022

The overhead garage door opener is an entry system with numerous benefits, especially when you have kids or other family members who come and go out of the house. Besides, a keyless entry gives you peace of mind since you will not have numerous keys that could be lost. That said, the last thing you want is a keypad that is not working as required. Many things can make the keypad malfunction. [Read More]

Choose Custom Features For Your New Garage Door

Posted on March 14, 2022

A damaged garage door places your vehicle and other possessions at risk of theft. Inclement weather that garage-stored items are exposed to may also be of concern. Before swapping out your old door with a new one, consider the security, ease of access, and aesthetical value that you would like the new door to possess. Security Features A motor, a built-in key pad, and strategically placed windows are some characteristics that could protect your new garage door from intruders. [Read More]