When the power goes off in your home, it can be inconvenient. Depending on how long it is out, the air temperature in your home may get very hot or cold. Remember that when the power is off, so is your garage door opener. Consider these tips if you need your garage door opened during …
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Garage door installation is a bigger job than garage door repair or service. So it’s a good idea to think about what type of garage door you would like to have installed before you call a garage door contractor. Think about what might be important to you in terms of practicality and aesthetics. Do you …
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Are you in the process of purchasing a new garage door for your home? Luckily, there are many options available on the market for homeowners. Two of the most popular options are steel garage doors and wooden garage doors. This brief guide will explain which options are better for you based on cost, maintenance, and …
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When you’re looking for a garage door contractor, you want someone who will get the job done at a reasonable price. You’re also looking for someone you can call for all your garage door needs, including installation, repair and service. So it’s a good idea to look for someone reliable who has been around for …
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As the largest moving access point of your home, it’s hard not to be concerned when your garage doors won’t close correctly. Whether they return to the open position or remain in some half-closed position, your home’s security is at risk when your doors aren’t shutting right. This is why we want to use this …
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Are you looking to get a higher ROI from your home when you sell it in the future? There are many ways you can increase the value of your home, but replacing an old or damaged garage door is one of the most cost-efficient home renovations that will instantly increase the value of your home. …
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Your garage door is made up of several panels. What happens if one of them is damaged in an accident? Or is damaged due to weather or age? While you might think it’s better to only replace the panel, sometimes it isn’t your best option. If you need to replace one of your garage door panels, …
With the first day of Winter a week away, now is a good time to make sure your home is ready for the coldest days of the year. One area of the house that’s often forgotten about during winter checkups is your garage doors. Without proper winterization, your garage doors will not only let the …
A lot of different parts go into making your garage door the reliable entry & security system that it is. One of the most significant pieces of the puzzle is the garage door springs, also known as torsion springs. These parts play a huge role in opening and closing your doors; should anything happen to …
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One of the most important parts of any overhead garage door system are the garage door tracks. If you’re a homeowner that likes to take maintenance in your own hands, this is the blog for you! Here is some information about garage door tracks and are some maintenance tips: What are garage door tracks? Garage …
When the time comes to upgrade your garage doors, it’s important that you consider all of your options before making a decision. Gone are the days of the one-style-fits all landscape of garage door and opener models. Nowadays, new garage doors systems offer much more variety as well as new features. In this blog, we’ll …
As the leaves begin to change and the autumnal seasons draws near, now is a great time to mark all of your garage-related items off of your to-do list. The change in weather and temperature has lasting effects on many aspects of your garage. Rather than deal with those items as they come up, why …
Your home’s garage doors represent the largest entry way into your home. Despite this fact, many forget how important this feature is to your home’s security. Garage door maintenance practices not only boost the life span of your doors, but also protect its ability to keep intruders out. For this blog, we want to outline …
Unlike other entry points in your home (we hope!), your garage doors are the only spot that can sometimes open on their own. Technology, like us, sometimes makes mistakes. A faulty garage door that opens on its own can put your home’s security at risk, however. This why we wanted to discuss this phenomenon, the …
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It happens to the best of us: you are in a rush to start your morning, drop the kids off at school, and head to work. As you back out of your garage, you are interrupted by a thud and a loud noise. You forgot to allow the garage doors to completely open. Luckily, the …
We often tend to take our garage doors for granted, in that we do not pay attention to them unless they are not working. The truth of the matter is that garage doors are the largest and most used features of your home. They protect the interior of your home through all 4 seasons and …
When the time comes for a garage door replacement, it is important to understand how significant this investment will be. As the largest moving piece of your home and one of the most prominent entry points, garage doors represent a key element of your house. They play a big role in your home’s curb appeal …
Anyone with a garage will tell you how useful the space can be. Whether it is for parking, storage, or even a workspace, the garage is a great shelter. Unfortunately, you are not the only one that thinks so… Bugs and other small pests often make their way into your garage in search of food, …
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Your garage doors are a great convenience when it comes to your home’s entryways. But as the largest moving piece of your house, they also pose the biggest risk to safety – especially to children. This is why you need to make garage door safety a priority. There are several ways to ensure that your …
Out of all the garage door issues you can face, broken springs represent one of the most common – and noticeable! You may notice that your garage door is crooked, it only opens about six inches, or the cables are loose. Regardless of the symptom, it is important for your safety to have this repaired …
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While many homeowners take on a garage door replacement or upgrade out of necessity (the previous door was broken, too old, etc.), it can also pay to do so as an investment in your property. As the largest moving piece of your home, garage doors play a substantial role in the value of your home. …
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Car and mobile phone technologies continue to grow and adapt to the latest innovations, and garage door openers are no different. Manufacturers are always looking to address common garage door issues, like when you lose your garage door opener remote or when you forget whether you have closed your doors. With the power of updated …
As residential and commercial garage door professionals, we’ve come across every issue you can think of when it comes to garage door service and repair. The most common issue we run into is when a garage door just won’t open. We understand this can be frustrating, and there are numerous reasons as to why your …
Guest post by Kevin Pettiette; acting president of the International Door Association. Recently, awareness about upgrading your garage door opener to a model made in 1993 or after has gone up. These ’93 and later models of openers adhere to the revised safety standard set forth by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requiring all …
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Uh-oh! Your garage door won’t close. Sometimes the fix can be as simple as replacing the battery in the opener, but other times it may be a sign of a bigger issue. Although certain garage door repairs should be completed by professionals, there are a few steps you can take, if you’d like, to troubleshoot …
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We’ve all come to highly depend on our automatic garage door openers; it’s an aspect of our day to day routine! They deliver a wonderful convenience with the simple click of a button, which often gets taken for granted. So, when something like a power outage occurs, it suddenly becomes a daunting task to get …
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Here at A1 Door Company, we want our clients to understand the anatomy of their garage door – so, we’ve written a blog post for you about it! While looking for a new garage door, or a garage door repair, chances are you’ll hear various technical terms thrown around without truly knowing what they mean. …
If you’re a DIYer, then this blog post if for you! A1 Door Company supplies a wide variety of garage door parts and hardware that you can stop by and pick up at your convenience. Our number one priority is always helping our clients in any way we can. We get it – when your …
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Choosing the right aircraft hangar doors offers multiple benefits including increased safety, energy efficiency, cost savings, and a customized look. Here at A1 Door Company, we specialize in the installation of rolling hangar doors, hydraulic hanger doors, and bi-fold doors. Aircraft hangar doors are made in a variety of different configurations, including bottom rolling doors, …
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Your entry door is the first impression visitors have of your home, so why not make that impression long-lasting? That said, an entry door should be strong yet integrate beautifully within the look and feel of your home. Homeowners in Richmond, VA might find themselves too busy to think about their front entryway, while they …
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