A-1 Door Company Garage Door Information & Articles
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 [...]
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 [...]
Garage door hinges are very important to the overall functioning of your garage door. They will need to be replaced as soon as they are damaged because it can affect the opening and closing of your garage door. However, some signs that your garage door hinges need to be repaired are not always [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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[...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 car does not show too much [...]
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 ward off [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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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 [...]