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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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Five Things You Can Do For A More Environmentally Friendly Garage

Posted on March 16, 2016

Don't let your garage be the energy pit of your home any longer. Homeowners looking to increase the efficiency of their home should be aware of the fact that the garage tends to increase a home's carbon footprint in a variety of ways.  The following are five little changes you can make in your garage to reduce utility bills, create a safer home, enhance comfort, and more: Save and use water that falls on the roof of your garage [Read More]

Garage Door Maintenance 101

Posted on February 4, 2016

Your garage door may require a bit more care than a standard home door, since there are several moving parts to keep track of. Here are some steps to perform when maintaining your garage door.  Inspect The first thing to do during your maintenance is to check the door for damage. The tracks are one area that's prone to damage, since small dents can occur from frequent use and pressure on the garage door. [Read More]

Three Important Garage Door Parts And How To Maintain Them

Posted on January 11, 2016

While it's best to call a garage door contractor upon noticing a serious problem with your garage door, there are a variety of smaller maintenance tasks that you can successfully accomplish on your own. Taking care to maintain your door's critical parts helps to ensure that the door operates properly and safely; failing to keep an eye on these parts can lead to a problem with the door that can result in injury, given the considerable tension of the door's springs. [Read More]

3 Things To Check On Your Garage Door For Winter

Posted on December 7, 2015

You might be thinking about shoveling your driveway and otherwise getting your property ready for winter, but you may not have thought about doing a winter inspection of your garage door. However, there are a few things that you should check on your garage door for the winter season. These are a few of them. 1. Weatherstripping Your garage door probably already has weatherstripping on it, but weatherstripping is rather flimsy and can become worn out over time. [Read More]