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Thursday, 03 June 2010

Frequently Asked Questions about Garage Doors (Part II)

Because the previous batch did not really tackle all the questions you may have in mind about garage doors, we felt the need to come up with a second set. And here it is.
•   I live in a somewhat high risk neighbourhood and I need a garage door that cannot easily opened by burglars or intruders. What do you suggest I get?
We strongly suggest that you get a sectional garage door. This is because the entire door is practically made by two solid sheets of steel installed back to back with each other. In the middle of them is a dense material meant to insulate and protect the second layer of steel as well. And because the door is installed in a curved L – shape, this makes the door practically safe from being picked by a crowbar.
•   How and where can I get the best garage door prices?
You can find the best Garage Doors Prices in the Internet. Because of the fact that the Internet captures a larger and bigger market, online sellers remain competitive by lowering the price of their merchandise as much as they can. Apart from offering the best garage door prices, they always make it a point to give their customers something more – something that can single them out from their competitors. And this “something more” maybe in the form of good customer service, free professional installation and/ or some freebies.
•   Since my garage door is a part of my house’s facade, is there any way for me to get a door that is more pleasing to look at compared to the horrid gray, yellow and white ones?
Yes, you can. If the simple colours will not work for you, then you can always ask your local salesmen for more options. Now if you approached the right seller then you will find that garage doors nowadays do not only come in a myriad of colours but different aesthetic designs as well. Why if you want to, you can even get doors that look like authentic wood complete with special “carvings” and windows as well.
•   I use my garage as an additional room. Is there a garage door that I can choose to somehow minimize the heat from within?
Yes. Just contact a seller and request them to give you a list of all doors models and designs alike that has insulation. Those doors can definitely help you with the heat problem.
•   I am not a professional, but I want to try my hand in installing our own electric door opener. Will I be able to pull through?
Of course you will. The best part about openers now is that you do not have to be a rocket scientist to figure out how things work. Just remember to read the manual, take the right garage door sizes, follow instructions to a tee and install your door according to the garage door sizes that you got and you will be good to go. And since you are new to all this, expect to have the task be finished after maybe 3 – 4 hours.
And that ladies and gentlemen complete our FAQ’s series. Till next time!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garage Doors (Part I)

Well I guess the title itself is enough to give you an idea what this is all about right? So, let’s spare each other’s time by going straight to the first FAQ.
•   What kind of Garage Doors can I get in the market today?Currently, you can choose anything from among roller, sectional and up and over doors. These are the three models that are quite famous in the UK today.
•   Can I just pick any model/ style that I fancy?
No. You have to base your choice on what type of garage you have, how much space you have and what kind of mechanism you prefer. Here is an example, if you have a small garage that is just enough to accommodate your car, then you should not get a garage door that requires too much space allowance upon installation and when you are operating it.
•   My remote control is lost/ broken. Can I get a replacement for it?
It depends on how old your unit is. If your electric garage doors have been manufactured anytime after 1980, then contact the manufacturer of your door and find out where you can purchase a replacement.
•   I have an existing garage door that I want to motorize. Is this possible?Yes, you can always buy an electric door opener if you want to. However, if you ask around, you will know that most experts advise against it because doing so may just give you more problems in the long run.
•   Will electronic garage door openers make a significant difference to my electric bill?Not if you open your door once every 30 minutes. See, your opener just consumes a significant amount of energy or power when it actually opens and closes your door leaf. When no such action happens, then your opener remains in a standby mode where it consumes a negligible amount of electricity.
•   Will electronic garage doors post a problem if there is a power outage?No. This is because most if not all of electric garage doors have manual mechanisms that you can easily use in case of emergencies.
•   Is it true that electric garage doors are somewhat harder to maintain compared to the manual ones?
In a way, this is true because the beyond the railings and the door itself, you would still have to maintain the opener. But you should not really be discouraged in buying them because more than that slight disadvantage you need to focus more on its more positive aspects and additional helpful features.
•   Finally, is it really necessary for me to get a garage door opener with a lighting system? No because it is not a necessity. However, some people opt to have the additional lighting system because it is greatly helpful when you are trying to park at night and it saves you from constantly being afraid/ bothered that someone may be in your garage without you knowing it.
Those are the first set of FAQ’s about garage doors. Watch out for the next set!
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3 Common Garage Door Problems and How to Fix Them

After a few years of opening and closing your garage door every day, you are now encountering some problems. Your door does not seem to open or close as fast when you first got it. Its railings or tracks are also getting noisier. The operation also does not seem that smooth, sometimes in the middle of it closing, it gets stuck and you do not know why. Plus, to make matters worse, your remote control also adds up to your concerns. Maybe because of wear and tear, it seems to have a hard time transmitting commands to your electronic garage door opener.
So what are you supposed to do? Are you supposed to just prepare yourself in getting garage door sizes again for a new set of doors?
The answer is no. This is because if you are only encountering minor problems, you can try to fix them yourselves. And to somehow guide you, here are 3 of the most common garage door problems that you may encounter and simple instructions how to troubleshoot them.
Problem # 1: Your door opener does not seem to respond to the remote control.
Resolution: See if the opener of your electric garage door is plugged to a wall outlet. If it is plugged but it still refuses to do anything, then check if that wall outlet is working. You can do that by taking a small appliance, like a lampshade perhaps, plug it in and see if it lights up or something. If it does not, then your problem maybe your electrical circuit. But if it does light up, then you may need to contact the manufacturer of your opener to see what options you have (especially if you are still under the warranty period).
Problem# 2: Your electric garage door becomes too noisy when opening or closing.
Resolution: Your track/ railings may be dirty. To clean it up, take a rag and wipe the grime and dust accumulation off the track. Then, to lubricate the track again, use a silicone spray (not elbow grease or heavy motor oil). Silicone spray is preferred by many because it does not attract too much dirt the way other lubricants do.
Problem# 3: Your door stops midway as it closes or opens.
Resolution: This can be caused by two things. If you have a manual garage door, then the problem maybe your torsion springs. And if they are the cause of your problem, do not worry because you can always have them be replaced at practically no cost at all. But if you have an electric garage door, then these stops maybe caused by imbalance on the mechanism. To get this problem fixed, you just have to contact a garage door service and let them make the adjustments for you.
Those are simple troubleshooting steps that you can do on your own. Now if your attempts to fix those problems are not that effective, then do not try to make things worse by tinkering with your electric garage door or its opener further. Just contact someone who fixes garage doors and openers for a living and leave all the work to them.
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Automatic Garage Doors – The More Convenient, Safer and Better Choice

As you may have probably experienced, looking for garage doors can sometimes be challenging. Apart from considering their design, you would first have to figure out what type of door is appropriate for the size and the space available in your garage. To determine this, you would have to measure your garage, its entrance and spaces available around it. Now if you are not really a handy man, doing that alone can take a lot of time and not to mention effort as well. And as if that is not enough, after choosing a style and design for your door, you are bound to make another decision – you need to choose between getting a manual or an automatic door.
If you are like most homeowners who are so much into convenience over anything, then there is a big possibility for you to lean towards automatic garage doors. This is because these doors are undeniably easy to use and operate. In fact, if you want to open and close them, you would not really have to work your biceps and/ or your triceps to do that. All you need to move is your thumb as you press a button on your controller and that is it. Best part is, you do not even have to go down your car to do it!
However, despite how “awesome” these doors sound, you cannot help but consider their price. This is because if you are going to look at the Garage Door Prices in your local store or the website where you are planning to buy a door from, you will notice that the automatic ones cost almost twice as much the manual doors. And this somewhat significant price difference makes you think twice on what to get.
But do not let prices blind you. Yes, automatic doors tend to be more expensive but given their features, they are worth every British pound you pay for them.
Why so you ask?
This is because apart from the fact that it is more convenient, automatic garage doors with electric operators are also much more secure. The digital lock that comes with them provides added security. And, they also have reinforced latching system that makes the door virtually tamper proof. Plus, any experts would say that they are definitely safer. You see some door openers are equipped with sensors that mainly detect if there is an obstacle below your garage door that will prevent it from closing. And when they see/ feel something, they trigger the door to just close halfway. This prevents damage to both the obstacle and the door itself. To others, that may not seem too big of a deal but imagine this, what if what’s below is your child’s toy, your pet or worse your own child?
And those are the reasons why automatic garage doors have an edge against the manual ones. So refrain from stressing over the garage door prices. If you really cannot help it, just imagine what you will be getting in exchange for your money and that will make it a lot easier.
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What You Need To Know About Garage Doors

Admit it, the reason why you are reading this right now is because title got into you. In your mind, you cannot help but think - What the bollocks is this person talking about? What information do I have to know about my garage door? It is just a door, nothing more and nothing less!
But hey, give this a chance and read it until the end. Perhaps the bits of information you will know may change your mind about this post and teach you things that may eventually use. So if you are ready, let us cut through all this and start with the first tidbit.
1.    If you are planning to buy a garage door, you basically have three options in the market. You can get the basic roller garage doors, sectional and/ or up and over garage doors. The differences of these doors lie in their construction, how they are opened and how they are closed. Now note that that you cannot go just go to a store and pick out a specific style randomly. This is because each style is made for an appropriate type of garage. So if you are trying to purchase a door, it will be best if you do your research first before making any decisions.
2.    Apart from the style, garage doors are also offered in manual and automatic mechanisms. While manual doors rely on your force to open or close, the automatic ones use electricity. You just have to push a little button in the remote and you can let the “opener” work for you.
3.    If you want to, you can have your existing manual garage door be “motorized”. You just have to buy an electric door opener, install it and you are done. Note however that while it is possible, a lot of experts are against the idea. This is because some manual doors (especially the ancient ones) with complicated mechanisms may not fit with the electric doors openers in the market now. So if you want to save yourself from the hassles of fitting, then just get a new door.
4.    If you plan on changing your garage door, do not limit yourself to just changing the leaf. Take out the railings and change them as well. This is an important thing to do because your new door may not be a perfect fit to your old tracks.
5.    Maintaining garage doors is relatively simple. You can just wash them down with water and mild soap and that is it. When washing, just be careful not to wet your electronic door opener otherwise you can say goodbye to it.
6.    Finally, if your door is giving out weird sounds every time it opens and close, fight the instinct to lubricate it with elbow grease. This is because in the long run, elbow grease or any thick oil will just accumulate dust and a lot of dirt that would eventually cause more problems for you. So instead, use a trusty silicone spray, this will get your “noisy door” problem taken care of.
Those are six important bits of information that you should know about garage doors. Hope you learned something new and thanks for the read!
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