This belt-drive garage door opener DIY repair guide gives step-by-step instructions for replacing the belt. Located along the rail, the belt connects to the trolley and moves the trolley along the rail to raise and lower the garage door. The garage door won't work at all with a broken belt. Replace the belt with a [...]
In most cases when your garage door malfunctions or is damaged, a skilled tech is the best way to go. Why? The garage door itself is massive in size and weight. AND there are intricate garage door parts working together, perfectly, to keep your door balanced as it goes up and down. All too often [...]
These are some security ideas to help keep your business secure 1. Your Garage Doors are Part of Your Security System Don't separate your security system from your garage doors. You should make your commercial garage doors part of your security system by including them in your overall security planning. For example, you can have [...]
Sure, a garage door offers home security. But having a garage door alone doesn’t guarantee homeowners that thieves won’t try to break in whenever they get the chance. That’s why it is important to practice extra safety and security measures for your garage door. Since one of the most favorite entry points of a thief [...]
You may not have realized it, but your garage door is the largest opening in your home. That’s why it is important to keep it safe and prevent accidents from occurring. How to be Safe Around Garage Doors Garage door-related accidents are not unusual. In fact, there are many garage door incidents reported from hospitals, [...]
The garage door is a very important part in a home. Both appearance and functionality play a big role when choosing a garage door. As most people use their garage door more often than they use their front door, no one wants to have any issues with getting their cars stuck in the garage etc. [...]
How can I tell if my garage door rollers needs to be replaced. Garage door rollers play a vital roll in the smooth operation of any garage door. They vary in both size and material. In Las Vegas common residential garage door tracks are 2" wide. For 2" tracks you would have a roller that's [...]
From warehouses and retail stores to auto repair shops and storage facilities, commercial garage doors serve a vital purpose in a wide range of business settings. As such, it’s important to carefully consider the needs of the business — yours included — to select a garage door that serves the business in the most efficient [...]
Garage door torsion springs are normally mounted on top of the garage door. The spring functions by counterbalancing the weight of the door by winding and unwinding each time the garage door closes or opens. The torsion springs come in various lengths, diameter, gauge, and finish. It’s very common for many garage door installers to avoid using the [...]
I would like to add a full row of windows to my existing garage door. Can this be done? What is the cost? Sometimes windows can be added to an existing garage door. To begin this process, we will need to identify the make and model of your garage door, the width and height, and [...]
