July 31, 2023
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Garage Door Maintenance
The Best Improvement Projects to Increase Your Home’s Value Many property owners tackle home renovations like kitchen and bathroom remodeling to accommodate their family’s changing needs and style preferences. For example, you may want to upgrade to new smart home technology for the added convenience it brings to your daily life. Some financially savvy people renovate because they want to command a higher selling price when putting their homes on the market. If that’s the case for you, you should choose projects based on their return on investment. The Cost vs. Value Report is a good starting point to determine the national average of […]
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January 30, 2023
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Garage Door Openers
Does your home have a keyless entry garage door? This feature offers numerous benefits, including convenience, no more worries about lost keys, increased security and a reliable alternative if you lose your remote control or it no longer works. With a keyless setup, you only need to type in a personal identification number (PIN) to operate your door. However, situations may arise where you need to reset this personalized code. With so many passwords to remember these days, it’s easy to forget your garage door PIN and need to reset it. It’s also advisable to change it after allowing a […]
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January 20, 2023
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When you have a two-car garage, double versus single garage doors is likely a topic you’ve considered multiple times. If you’re ready to upgrade your garage door or doors, but you’re not sure which option to choose, consider the benefits and disadvantages of each. A Single Door One garage door for a two-car garage is often called a double-width garage door. Since these doors stretch from one end of your garage to the other, they can influence the look of your home’s exterior. If this option is appealing to you, it’s helpful to weigh the pros and cons of this […]
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October 1, 2022
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Garage Door Maintenance
Properly Winterize Your Garage Door Winter is tough – even if you love snow! You know what else might agree? Your garage door, especially if you have a mishap and find yourself needing emergency garage door service. Is your garage door ready for the quickly approaching winter season? It is important to remember that your garage door should be properly prepared for the colder weather to come. The good news is that there are a few things you can do to prevent a problem that disrupts your day. Winterizing your garage door only takes 30 minutes, but your comfort level will […]
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July 22, 2022
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Garage Door Openers
Does your garage door opener look like it’s straight out of the ’80s? Do you worry about waking up your neighbors every time you open your garage in the morning to go to work? Do you have to perform a quasi-rain dance to get your door to open or close? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it may be time for a new garage door opener. You can’t underestimate the importance of your garage door opener. Your opener is responsible for opening and closing the largest moving component of your home, which, for nearly 70% of people, […]
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July 2, 2022
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Your home’s garage door is a complex system of moving parts working simultaneously to provide you with convenient, reliable and secure entry to your home. With consistent daily use, it’s common for several parts of your garage door to succumb to normal wear and tear over time. Most at risk are springs and cables, which are under an extreme amount of tension, weight and pressure. There are many reasons why garage door springs or cables may snap/break, including: Aging/repeated use Lack of maintenance Objects striking the door Items jammed in the tracks Aggressive lifting/closing actions If this occurs, you may […]
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When leaving for work this morning or returning home, was your garage door refusing to close? While an uncooperative garage door is inconvenient for homeowners, several possible explanations exist for why your garage door is not closing. The most typical reasons your garage door won’t close are mechanical issues or a garage door opener motor malfunction. You can repair some of these garage door issues with minor adjustments. Other problems are too complicated or hazardous for homeowners to replace themselves and require the assistance of a local garage door repair company. Why Won’t My Garage Door Close? If you’re dealing with a garage door that won’t close, it’s more than a harmless […]
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January 4, 2022
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Garage Door Openers
Garage door openers are a wonderful piece of technology that allows you to automatically secure your garage space, keep your vehicles safe from the elements and, in most cases, have an extra barrier protecting your home. When it comes to your garage door opener, you expect it to work as intended and without any hiccups. However, as with all pieces of technology, that expectation is not always feasible. Eventually, situations arise where your garage door opener doesn’t work or does something different from its normal functioning. One such situation is when your LiftMaster garage door opener begins beeping suddenly. If […]
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November 11, 2021
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Garage, Buyer's Guide
You may need or want to buy a garage door because your current one has broken or you’re looking to give your home a facelift. Buying a new garage door is an important decision. Garage doors provide essential functionality and can be a crucial design statement for your home. Because of their necessity, you want to make sure you choose a new garage door that suits your wants and needs. If you’re wondering what type of garage door is best for your house and what kind you should buy, you’ve come to the right place. When choosing a new door, […]
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September 8, 2021
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RCS Garage, Garage
Your home is an important investment, which is why you protect it with homeowners insurance. But what if something happens to your garage door? Does insurance cover garage door repair? Garage doors protect a large entryway into your house and all of the possessions you store inside your garage. If a driver in training accidentally backs into your door or a tree lands on your garage during a hurricane, you’ll want to make repairs right away. It’s important to understand what’s covered by your garage insurance policy to help you make affordable repairs if disaster strikes. How to Determine if Your […]
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