December 10, 2019
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Residential Garage Door
The Impact of Weather on Garage Doors Weather in its many forms can be one of the most unpredictable game-changers for your garage door. From summer heatwaves and tornadoes to winter snowstorms and wind, the elements can certainly take a toll on your garage door, impacting its functionality over time. While you can’t eliminate the effects of weather, being prepared for its impact can help you stay on top of servicing, maintenance and repairs — and keep your garage door operating no matter what Mother Nature throws at it. How Heat Affects Garage Door Functionality Sunlight and heat can have […]
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Servicing a Commercial Garage Door Your garage door is the gateway to your business. While residential garage door checkups are important too, regular servicing is essential when it comes to keeping your commercial doors running properly. As one of the most important ways to keep the ins and outs of your commercial property running securely and efficiently, it’s crucial to keep your garage doors in top shape. After all, servicing your door regularly is much more cost and time-effective than having to repair a broken one. How often should your commercial garage doors be serviced, and when do you know it’s […]
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Loading docks are bustling centers of activity with a host of moving parts. A crucial piece in these exchange centers is loading dock levelers. Dock levelers are attached to a dock face or installed into a loading dock pit to bridge the gap between incoming vehicles and warehouses. The importance of leveling a dock is multifaceted. Primarily, leveling allows industrial vehicles like forklifts to drive in and out of docked trucks quickly and safely — making the unloading process as efficient as possible. Dock levelers also adjust to reach up or down to different truck heights. This diversity enables the dock to […]
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Tips for Insulating a Detached Garage When it comes to first impressions, you know that the appearance of your garage door is important. But some homeowners don’t realize the importance of making sure a garage door is properly insulated as well. Here are a few tips for insulating a detached garage: 1. Get an estimate ahead of time. How much does it cost to insulate a garage? The answer depends on the method you choose. While installing a new, insulated garage door is a significant investment, it can greatly increase your home’s value. Continental Door offers free estimates in the Greater […]
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September 21, 2019
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Residential Garage Door
What is a Garage Door Emergency Cord? Most days, your garage door opener functions smoothly, and you never think twice about what would happen if power were suddenly lost or your system malfunctioned. If your garage door opener malfunctions, you may need to use the release to open and close your garage door. Additionally, if the power is out and you need to leave for work or an event, you’ll need to use the emergency cord to get your car out of the garage. A garage release cord is a safety feature that disengages your opener from your door, turning […]
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Adding Siding to Your Garage Door If your garage door needs an update, you can add wood or faux wood siding to your garage door to create a wood overlay garage door. With this technique, you can create a door to complete your home’s sophisticated look. As you consider how to make your garage door match your home exterior, you can choose a wood design for your garage door to complement your wooden front door. Whether you add siding or buy a custom wood door, you should hire a professional installer to replace or redesign your garage door. Request Service Jump […]
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September 5, 2019
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Garage Tips
Installing a Garage Drain Whatever you use your garage for, there is a good chance that you would benefit from having a garage drain. This is especially true for garages that are used for vehicle storage. The garage door is frequently opened and closed, even on rainy and snowy days — and water is likely to run off of cars, bikes, raincoats and boots to pool on the garage floor. A drain is a great solution for this issue, but here are four things you should know before installing a drain in your garage: You need to look into local garage […]
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Garages Underneath Houses There are many factors to consider when you are building or buying a home. The garage is one important feature that many homeowners tend to overlook. To save space, some homes feature a basement garage rather than a typical ground-level style. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of houses with basement garages? Request An Estimate What Is a Basement Garage? A basement garage or tuck under garage is exactly what it sounds like: a garage that is fully or partially under the upper level of a house. Basement garages are common in houses situated on hills […]
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Signs it’s Time to Replace Your Loading Dock Leveler When your business operates out of a loading dock, you know just how important it is to perform regular loading dock maintenance. Doing so is an investment in safety for your most valuable asset — your personnel. But how do you know when it is time for dock leveler repair or replacement? What Is a Dock Leveler Used For? Levelers are used in buildings with truck-level doors. In terms of safety, a dock leveler is one of the most essential parts of a loading dock. A dock leveler is a height-adjustable […]
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What Should You Be Looking for in a Commercial Garage Door? When it comes to residential garage doors, you probably have a pretty good idea of what you should be looking for. For commercial garage doors, however, it can be a different story. There are some areas where it’s okay to cut corners on a residential door that aren’t necessarily good ideas to skimp on when it comes to commercial doors, and vice versa. What are some of the things you should be looking for when shopping for a commercial garage door? Here are four of them. View Commercial Garage […]
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