The Best Garage Door Weatherstripping for Texas
If it’s time to change your garage door weatherstripping, you’re probably wondering which type and material is the best. The good news is there are really only three factors to consider: durability, appearance and cost. Garage door weatherstripping is a practical application, so your main focus should be choosing a product that lasts and looks […]
The Top 5 Garage Door Mishaps
A garage door is something that is usually safe, works automatically, and beautifies the exterior – but it is a moving 16-foot wall. Garage doors that are not appropriately maintained, like any other piece of machinery, can malfunction, causing mishaps. Sometimes, accidents happen. While some are dangerous and costly, most are not. It is always […]
Choosing the Right Color of Garage Door in Tomball
The right color of garage door in Tomball is an important asset in more ways than one. You may not think so now, but your garage door will have an impact on how the rest of your property looks. It’s hard to envision the best style and color, so keep these tips in mind when […]
Deciding Between a Wood or Steel Garage Door
What to Consider When Choosing a Wood or Steel Garage Door There are pros and cons to both steel and wood garage doors. Wood doors are more expensive than steel, both to purchase and maintain, but look marvelous. Steel doors are more durable than wood, and the doors themselves need less maintenance. Garage doors, as […]
How Often Should the Garage Door Weatherstripping Get Changed? | Garage Door Doctor
The answer to this question depends largely on the material originally used. That weatherstripping might seem like an insignificantor inexpensive part of your garage door, but the difference it makes when it is missing or is in bad need of replacement could be blatantly obvious when you consider your energy savings. Garage door weatherstripping can […]
Consider These Affordable Garage Door Repair Options
Affordable Garage Door Repair Many garage door repairs are affordable do-it-yourself (DIY) projects like replacing weather stripping, clearing the automatic “eye” sensor, replacing the remote batteries, which takes very little time. However, for a complete comprehensive 21-point maintenance inspection, contact the professionals at the Garage Door Doctor. Likewise, some affordable garage door repairs are best […]
Summer Maintenance for Your Garage Door
The hot summer months in Texas can affect your garage door’s operation. The more we use it, the more wear and tear breaks down the lubricants and rubber seals. If left unchecked, wear and tear will become detrimental. Maintenance is as necessary to your garage door’s lifespan, as it is to the car you keep […]
Picking the Right Garage Door Opener for Dad
Whereas it may not be a good idea to get mom a vacuum cleaner, or worse yet, a broom for Mother’s Day, dads love tools. What dad wouldn’t like a tool set? Even for those dads not mechanically inclined, a tool set with a few wrenches, a couple of screwdrivers, and a pair of pliers […]
Signs That Your Torsion Spring May Need to Be Replaced | Garage Door
You depend on your garage door every day, but if you are like most people, you never pay much attention to the torsion spring. Torsion springs are designed to raise and lower the garage door smoothly and quietly. Homeowners need to understand that garage doors require periodic maintenance and must get inspected regularly. If you […]