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We keep on top of the important advances, trends and changes in the world of garage doors as they happen.
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GARAGE DOOR OPENER FIXES - 20 July 2010
Modern garage door openers often have indicators on them to identify any operation errors. Here’s our list of fixes for the most common problems for the older openers.
Problem: The garage door reverses when almost closed:
Fix it: With this its more than likely the case that the power unit is malfunctioning. The issue is probably with the close limit switch which can be adjusted on the power unit to fix the problem.
Problems: Garage door reverses mid-operation and doesn’t close.
Fix it: The cause of this problem is maybe more predictable – the garage door opener’s closing function is faulty. Again this can be adjusted relatively easily.
Problem: Garage door is ‘stuck’ – wont open at all.
Fix it: If neither the remote control nor the inside switches aren’t working as expected, it is first worth checking the tracks of the garage door for any accumulated dust or anything that might be obstructed the operation. If the tracks are clear then it could be the opener’s motor not functioning properly.
Problem: The garage door struggles to open or sounds unusual.
Fix it: If this occurs, it may be the case that the garage door was fitted a while ago and simply needs the tracks re-lubricated.
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GARAGE DOOR - 17 June 2010
Firstly be sure to understand that of the two main types of garage door springs; torsion and extension, torsion sprung doors are far more dangerous to adjust on your own.
For torsion sprung doors it is certainly advisable to seek the help of a professional with the experience of dealing with the immense pressure involved.
With extension sprung doors it is possible to service them yourself, although you will need to recruit a friend or neighbour to give you a hand. You’ll need one person to support the door whilst the other works on the springs.
For your safety be sure not to attempt spring servicing without using safety cables – older springs can be very precarious.
If you’re not confident you can service your door safely, call for help, most repair jobs aren’t expensive.
TOP TIP – for the more modern doors which are sectioned, problems with squeaky operation can commonly be solved quickly with some oiling or by replacing faulty hinges.
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SAVE ENERGY SAVE CASH - 10 May 2010
Insulated garage doors make a lot of sense in a time when we’re all preoccupied with ways to save energy and money.
More and more people are utilising their garage space as an addition room to the house.
Families looking for playroom areas, dads looking for workshops and students who need a space to be creative are finding the garage can be invaluable. With insulated garage doors all these things are realistic options for home owners.
It’s worth remembering garage door drafts have a large impact on heating bill losses of the entire property. Insulation helps you to save cash and also enables you to use the garage space in smart ways.
There are a large range of insulated garage doors available with different designs and features but they all share one important attribute – they are made to offer a very high level of security, which appeals to a lot of our customers.
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TOP TIPS FOR YOUR GARAGE DOOR - 22 March 2010
In our article in Feb' this year we covered some of the great reasons people replace their garage doors.
In these tips we set out some further aspects to the benefits of modern garage doors you may want to consider when choosing your door.
Modern metal doors are usually purchased with a huge choice of pre-finished colours. Easily washable with regular soap and water and properly weather-resistant, these doors are very low maintenance.
To a lot of households the garage serves as the ideal extra storage space. A lot of us keep not just vehicles but many other items and sometimes the garage can double as a general utility area. Installing a properly insulated door protects all these items from temperature fluctuations.
Once you've installed a properly insulated door you create a new practical space to use for other purposes such a DIY workshop.
We stock garage door from a range of manufacturers including top quality UK manufactures. In todays globalised market it's becoming increasingly important to support UK industries.
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HOW TO MEASURE UP IN 4 STEPS - 15 March 2010
Clearly your first concern upon installation of a new garage door should be to measure up.
Measuring should be completed with considerable care to avoid problems later.
Determine the size of the door needed by measuring the height and width of the opening.
Measure the width of the areas to the left and right of the opening. This is known as the 'sideroom' and needs to be determined in order to accommodate the spring system.
Next measure the area from the top of the door to the lowest point on the ceiling of the garage. This measurement influences the door type that can be installed. In some circumstances specific hardware can help to alleviate any space restrictions.
Lastly measure the area between the back wall of the garage and the opening of the door. This area is known as the 'backroom' and determines the space available for certain door types like the roller garage door for example.
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NEW RENNOVATION PROJECTS - 18 February 2010
It has been widely reported that the new year is scattered with new opportunities for large home refurbishment project opportunities.
Popular TV home renovation shows have encouraged the purchase of rundown property in order to transform it into contemporary desirable living spaces - and accumulate a hefty profit along the way.
The difficulties with these kind of shows of course is they often neglect to put the markets in context - they are entertainment shows after all. We know now that an over simplified view of this process was at best naive, although nobody predicted the extent of the downturn.
If you are prepared to do a little research a wealth of uncompleted development projects are up for grabs at massively discounted prices. Developers around the country bamboozled by the economic fallout ended up running out of cash before completion.
Now things are starting to pick up new opportunities await fresh would-be developers. It is expected there will be an increasing amount of properties on the market like this during 2010, including some huge country mansion projects.
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5 REASONS TO REPLACE YOUR GARAGE DOOR - 15 February 2010
Its been long established that the quality, condition and functionality of the garage door installed on your home has an influence on the overall impression of the market value.
External presentation is regularly cited as an important 'swing factor' in consumer surveys of the residential property market.
New garage doors have huge security benefits. Criminals looking to gain entry to a property will look for the easiest route in.
Too often this is via the garage door due to home owners forgetting to lock their doors. The garage doors on the market today now use top quality reliable automation systems.
Locking the door is easy. Some systems now also have a built in alarm system to warn you if in a rush you have forgotten to lock up.
The installation of properly insulated garage doors can translate into money off your annual heating bill.
The amount of heat escaping from your home via your garage door may surprise you when compared with a fully insulated door.
The technology that comes as standard for most new automatic garage doors is such that if there is a blockage in the path of the door, like a bike or a person, the mechanism safely shuts down
These days the sheer choice and quality of design found in new garage door ranges are astonishing. Whatever your personal taste, you can express your individuality by choosing a smart new contemporary design that will stand out.
Roller garage doors are the most popular doors. You can download brochures here.
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