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Garage Door Repair FAQ

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01/ I heard a loud, sudden noise coming from my garage! If you heard a loud, sudden ‘‘bang’’ coming from your garage, one or both of your garage door springs are likely broken. A door with a broken spring will be unusually heavy and impossible to lift manually.   02/ My garage door is tilted or crooked! If your garage door is tilted at an angle, one of your cables has in all likelihood fallen off the drum or tore. A variety of situations could be the underlying cause to this common technical issue. 03/ My garage door won’t close and keeps starting back up! If your door starts closing but cannot do so successfully, your safety sensors might be at fault. This could be an easy repair you could perform yourself by ensuring the sensors are aligned with each other, displaying a solid light, and no item stands in their way. However, keep in mind that there are other causes to this common problem! 04/ My garage door is only partially opening! If your garage door starts opening but cannot ...

Using Your Garage Space to its Full Potential

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If you’re using your garage as your impromptu landfill, then it’s sure to get out of hand quickly. In fact, you might be so overloaded with junk that your garage can no longer keep your car inside. If any of that sounds familiar, then you might feel disheartened. But don’t worry, we’re about to help you maximize the potential of your garage space. This will free up your life and your garage! Label the Free Space Apart from storing your car, garages have the advantage of being used for all kinds of different reasons. Before we start making some headroom, you have to decide what that space is going to be. Only then can you start implementing some changes to it. What you decide to do with your garage depends entirely on your needs. A garage that’s being used for a workshop looks very different from a garage that’s being used for a small hangout spot. If you try to tackle organizing it first without a plan in mind, you might end up fumbling yourself. Dispose of Non-Essentials See More her...

The Best LiftMaster Accessories for a Smart Garage

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  We drive around in smart cars; we watch our favorite shows on smart TVs, we have our smart phones in hands all the time – all of these smart devices make our life more connected yet more controllable. Smart technology has made everyday lives exceptionally convenient, allowing us to take hold of different aspects of our life through a single touch. LiftMaster is a great name in the garage door industry. Their quality products have helped them gain and enjoy a good reputation. Who thought we would be able to control out the garage door with a few taps on our smartphone/ Well, LiftMaster made the dream of a smart garage come true! Here are some of the best LiftMaster units and accessories to turn your old garage door into a smart garage door. Read on!   1.     LiftMaster Garage Door Opener (8550W) Yes, I closed the garage door. Wait, maybe I didn’t! Sounds familiar? We have all been there. If you were in a rush and now, you cannot remember ...

The LED Bulb Guide for Garage Door Opener

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  LED bulbs make a great alternative to fluorescent bulbs. These come in small size and so, make a highly compact lighting option for electric garages. These are quite energy-efficient and will reduce your electricity bill by large. They last longer than fluorescent bulbs. You will also not have to deal with the disrupted connection between the remote control and door opener as LED bulbs do not affect the signals. Given all these great benefits, many homeowners have replaced their fluorescent bulbs with LED bulbs while the others are just looking forward to changing them. After all, who does not like to have a cost-efficient and long-lasting solution to their everyday needs? This guide comes with all the important information you need to gain regarding LED bulbs for your garage door opener.  https://advantagegd.com/garage-door-opener-repair/ What are LED Bulbs? Let’s look into the little history first! LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. LED bulbs are s...

Top 5 Reasons for Old Electric Garage Door Opener Replacement

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  The average lifespan of a garage door opener is 10 to 15 years. If you are past that, you might have already made some adjustments and fixes to your garage door opener. If not, you are lucky enough!   More than 70% of the homes have attached garage, and so it acts as the main entrance to the house. This makes the proper working of garage door opener even more critical! There can be several reasons that make you think seriously about replacing your garage door opener. In the end, it all comes down to your safety and wellbeing. Also, several new technologies are available on the market that can make your life simpler yet securer.   https://advantagegd.com/airdrie-garage-door-repair/ Let’s investigate the top 5 reasons that demand a serious consideration for your garage door opener replacement:     1.     It Only Uses Mechanical Auto-Reverse System Before 1993, all the garage doors came with only the mechanical auto-reverse s...

Garage Door Repair: Top 10 Helpful Tips

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  We often spend a lot of money to get a problem fixed. Turns out, if you have had a little knowledge on the subject, you will figure out that the problem was quite simple and easy to solve.   The same goes for garage door repairs! Sometimes, there might just be a problem with batteries or sensors, but because you have no idea of what might have gone wrong, you end up calling a professional and paying a hefty fee.   That’s exactly why it is important to have adequate knowledge of garage doors. You must be acquainted with major parts and their working mechanism. It helps figure out the problem and fix it yourself. Here, mechanical inclination comes handy too. If you aren’t that sort of a person, looking out for professional help is the best option.  However, here are the top 10 helpful tips to help you understand and make garage door repairs:   1. If Your Door Does Not Lower, Check the Sensor   You press the button, but the door does...

Transforming Your Garage Into a Living Area

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  Whether you have a double garage and only one vehicle, or are simply looking to add some usable space for your favorite hobbies – the possibilities when it comes to your garage as a living space are endless! At Advantage Garage Doors, we can transform your garage from a simple vehicle storage to a space that will quickly become the envy of the neighborhood! An insulated garage is a must, however, especially if you live in a particularly hot or cold climate. A successful garage development requires adequate insulation of the walls, ceilings, and garage door. This begins with an insulated garage door, followed by professional weather sealing. Taking these steps will ensure your new garage stays warm in the winter and pleasantly cool on hot summer days. transforming your garage into a home gym is quite easy! All you need is comfortable flooring, and racks for your weights, mats, and any other supplies you might need. Using your garage area can help you create a ne...

Garage Doors - A Brief Tutorial on Garage Door Safety and Installation

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As a door expert witness, I am called upon many times a year to evaluate garage door injuries. Garage doors come in many shapes and sizes. Their functions range from basic security of an area to cosmetic concealment. Most doors can be broken down into a few basic styles or categories. Typical modern garage doors for residential applications tend to be predominantly of the overhead sectional variety. That style of door comes in many configurations, materials, levels of insulation, and a wide range of appearance possibilities. They are available as a prefabricated kit, or built as a custom design to complement the dacor of any building.  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18hyTZ1aQP92bbZxcLPfVQqMMNLTvahwNETS-svKrVYQ/edit#gid=149153494 Commercial warehouse type installations often dictate higher security requirements. A good choice for this security type of door is the "roll-up" style that resembles a roll top desk type of door. This door can be manufactured with a variety ...