Your garage door is integral to the protection and security of your home. Severe weather conditions — especially heavy rainfalls and storms — can penetrate the door, compromise the system’s effectiveness, and cause expensive water damage. How do you waterproof your garage door? This guide highlights how to protect your garage door to combat leaks that can negatively impact your space. Common Garage Door Water Damage Issues The following are common signs of water damage and the potential impacts on your garage door system: Aside from visual signs of water damage, there are performance issues related to water damage, such […]
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January 24, 2025
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Your garage door is perhaps the bulkiest object in your home, and it requires some attention to ensure optimal performance. If you operate your garage door even three times a day, that’s already more than 1,000 cycles per year. As such, garage door maintenance is important, especially during winter due to the harsh elements. Is your garage door ready for winter? Why Winter Garage Door Maintenance Matters The winter season can damage garage doors that are not prepared to withstand the rough conditions. For residents of the greater Spokane area, winters are cold and snowy, and adequate home preparation is necessary. […]
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January 24, 2025
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Garage door openers have created much convenience, allowing homeowners to operate their garage doors remotely without needing to exert physical effort. From the outside, you would typically use a remote control to trigger the opener and open your garage door. But what happens when you lose or misplace the remote? By programming your LiftMaster garage door opener to your vehicle using HomeLink, you won’t have to worry about getting back into your garage if you can’t find the remote control. This guide will take you through the easy integration process to ensure convenience. What Is HomeLink? HomeLink is a technology that facilitates […]
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January 7, 2025
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Guide to Amazon Key As the world evolves, technology becomes a more significant part of everyday life. One of the biggest technological trends today is online shopping. Purchasing an item that may not be in your local store and having it delivered appeals to consumers. Amazon is one of the most popular online retailers. In 2024, Amazon’s brand worth was around $185 billion, and there were more than 200 million Prime members globally. Since there are millions of Prime subscribers, Amazon frequently updates the benefits so the membership remains enticing. A relatively new benefit for Prime members is Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery. This service allows couriers […]
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December 19, 2024
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Can you paint your garage door? Yes, but there are considerations. A fresh coat can be the fastest way to restore the door’s shine or create a new look that complements your home’s exterior. Either way, painting your garage door is a small investment in time and money, which rewards you by enhancing your home’s curb appeal. If you want to repaint your garage door, our guide walks you through the considerations and tips for a successful project. What Types of Garage Doors Can You Paint On? Garage doors are made from various materials, from fiberglass and metal to solid […]
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November 7, 2024
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How Much Headroom Do I Need for My Residential Garage Door? If you’re thinking about getting a new garage door or installing a new garage door opener and are wondering if you have enough garage door headroom clearance, you might be curious about just how much headroom you need for the garage door system you have in mind. Request Estimate Minimum Clearance for Garage Door Installations You’ll want a minimum of 15 inches of overhead clearance for a standard garage door with an electric opener. This translates to 12 inches for the door and torsion spring system and 3 inches for the garage door opener equipment. What […]
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October 31, 2024
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Homeowners insurance does cover garage doors in some circumstances. As a homeowner, you want to ensure you’re prepared should you need to repair or replace your garage door. Discover the ins and outs of when home insurance may cover garage door damage. Understanding Home Insurance and Garage Door Coverage Garage doors are sometimes covered by home insurance. Explore when you’ll typically be covered and situations where your insurer may not cover the damage. What Is Typically Covered? These are some of the common instances where you are likely covered: Damage from windstorms, hail and lightning strikes: You are typically covered against […]
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October 31, 2024
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As a homeowner or business owner, you want your garage door to operate smoothly and quietly. However, sometimes garage doors can make disturbing noises — thankfully, there are ways to resolve these issues with at-home solutions and professional help. Common Garage Door Noises Understanding and identifying the noise source is the first step to knowing how to make a garage door quieter. Some of the most likely culprits for your garage door’s noise include: Loose hardware Worn-out rollers Unbalanced door Lack of lubrication Faulty garage door opener Damaged tracks Old or worn-out springs Identifying the Cause of the Noise To […]
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October 15, 2024
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Manual Garage Door Security Solutions We live in a time when technology has automated many aspects of life, from your car’s transmission system to daily household operations. Garage doors are one of the areas that enjoy automation because nowadays, they come fit or designed to operate with garage door openers. These devices use electricity to open and close the garage door, and some come with a battery backup. However, in the event of an extended power outage where the battery runs out, you’ll need another way to lock your garage door because the opener doesn’t work. This guide shows you […]
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October 15, 2024
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How to Change And Set a Garage Door Opener Code If you have a garage door opener, you probably enjoy the incredible ease and convenience it provides. Most of the time, you probably use a remote control or digital app to open and close your door without difficulty, but if you need help programming or changing a keyless entry PIN code, here is a basic rundown. Contact Us How To Set Your Garage Door Code Follow these four steps to change a garage door opener code through keypad reprogramming: If the remote does not work after you attempt to change […]
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