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There are
numerous reasons why a garage door may need to be replaced.The garage door may have become damaged when
the car owner mistakenly drives into it, from inside or outside of the garage.The garage door may have become damaged due
to inclement weather through wind, hail, or snow.Snow? Folks in a lot of the northern states of the US know all about how snow
can damage the garage door.Although to
be realistic, the damage is more likely to have been caused by the snow plow
operator than the snow itself.Or the
garage door may have just been old and need replacement due to general wear and
tear.
Smart folks find
a business that offers garage door repair or garage door replacement.After all, replacing a damaged garage door
would be far cheaper than trying to completely replace the garage, although if
the garage is old enough, replacing the entire garage instead of just the
damaged garage door is an option worth exploring.
So the decision
is to try first to do a garage door replacement rater than replace a complete
garage.The owner finds a business that
promises A-1 service in performing the garage door replacement.In fact, the owner has most likely already
been in touch with the business before the decision to replace has been made
since most folks would try to repair the damaged garage before incurring the
expense of garage door replacement.The
business would have sent someone to attempt garage door repair first and this
person would have been the one to tell the owner it made more sense to replace
the garage door than to repair it.On
the plus side, the person attempting the garage door repair could recommend the
best type of garage door replacement that combined both the price
considerations as well as the potential convenience factor of a garage door
with an automatic opener.
Of course, the
owner will soon realize that replacing the damaged garage door is absolutely no
help at all in cleaning out all the junk that has been stored in the
garage.Even LeBron James or Dwyane Wade
would have to find someone to help them clean out their garage. Which is a
possible step for the owner who now wants to use his garage with the brand new
garage door for its original purpose rather than a hap hazard storage
facility.
Replace the
garage door, set up a garage door service plan and use the garage for its
intended purpose.Of course, if the new
garage door does not have an automatic garage door opener, the owner may just
decide to keep doing things as he has been and park outside of his glorified
storage area.But at least he’ll know he
has a good garage door.
What is the
purpose of a garage door?Well, usually
there is more than one purpose, but for this article, the primary purpose is to
protect someone’s car or cars.Even
folks who are not NBA superstars like Dwyane Wade or LeBron James like to make
sure that their ride (or rides) is protected. While your average NBA superstar probably has multiple garage doors on
his garage, most folks just have a single garage door, even if they may have a
two-car garage.
People with older
garages may not actually use it to protect their cars any longer since the
older garage may not even have an automatic garage door opener.In these cases, after the blush of having a
new car wears off, the laziness sets in meaning it is easier to park the car
outdoors rather than have to stop the car, put it in park (or neutral for a
standard transmission), set the emergency brake, get out, open the garage door,
get back in the car, release the brake, put the car back in gear and ease it
forward into the garage, stop the car again, put it back in park (or whichever
gear – usually first or reverse if it’s a standard), kill the engine, get out,
gather anything that’s to be taken into the house, and close the garage
door.This becomes especially annoying
if there is inclement weather such as rain or snow.When there is inclement weather it is far
easier to park the car in the driveway, outside of the garage, gather up all
the things to take inside, open the door, step out into the weather and do a
mad dash into the house.Easier and much
less chance of getting soaked in the rain or snow.
So if the garage
and garage door are not being used to protect the car, what is the
purpose?Many individuals keep older
furniture, boxes of books, record albums, eight track tapes, out of style
clothing, or tools stored in the garage. It doesn’t matter if the garage is directly connected to the home or a
separate, stand alone building.To be
realistic, this happens even if the owner does have an automatic garage door
opener.The garage becomes an easy
storage location and once it is used for storage, the space for the car gets
smaller and smaller.
Then the owner
decides it’s time to have a garage sale. Once again, the automatic garage door opener becomes very convenient
during the sale as it allows the owner to slip away for a few minutes and
quickly open and shut the door.
Millions around
the world are finding that the Tour de France has replaced their World Cup
viewing time and is changing how they work with their garage door. Watching
cycling leads a person to want to cycle. This means that instead of sitting in
the car with ample space for openers a person is dressed minimally and, if it
has been a while since the last ride, a little out of breath.
First a person
might find that an external number code opener is a good investment. The key
under the mat was fine a decade ago, but it is not always a good idea today.
Some riders find stashing a key in their sock works. The problem is that, if a
person is hot and sweaty then once they get in that front door, they go
straight to the refrigerator. Then they shower and forget all about their bike
abandoned in front of the garage door rather than safe inside it. Opening the
garage door and stashing it on the way inside is the safest and most efficient.
If the bike is
new, the next challenge will be finding a good place to put it. There is a wide
variety of wall mounted storage devices for bicycles. This could add a small
upper body component to a cardiovascular workout. If out of sight leads things
to being out of mind, leaving the bicycle in a highly visible area might be a
good idea. Right in front of the car may be a good idea, but that leaves the
possibility of scratching the front end. Remember to look at the amount of
space in the front and back to provide a good idea of how much space is
available.Along a side wall is idea for
being accessible, no corners to turn. Having anything next to a vehicle will
make anyone park a little further from that object. Keep more alert for the
next week or so while pulling in and out to ensure that no accidents occur.
Always take
advantage of these inspirations for exercise. Thinking outside the box can
allow this inspiration lead to a garage conversion. With a little time and a
lot of funding the garage could be converted into a workout room with a
stationary bike and perhaps some weights. If space is of concern a person can
push the equipment to the edge and leave the car outside while working out only
to bring it back in later. Ideas on where to store equipment so that it is
still accessible is a major reason people don't keep up with their regimens.
Some equipment stores will rent out equipment for trial use or provide a buy
back. The garage door can be left open for fresh air or closed for privacy.
Biking to a local
market for a forgotten item is also good for the environment. A person doesn't
have to have a basket off the front to shop, a simple backpack can provide
plenty of storage for the trip back. So now that the World Cup is almost to a
close store the soccer balls and follow the lead in the Tour de France,
shooting for a maillot jaune or at least a new gadget for the garage door.
There is a lot of
talk regarding LeBron James and his career, but what about his garage door? The
basketball star has reportedly so many cars he gives the free ones to charity.
Current estimates place his personal fleet at about 5 cars. The Ferrari F430 is
so small that speculation was more on how to fit his 6'8” frame inside it. So
there are no issues getting that in and out of a standard garage door. The
Maybach, Rolls Royce Phantom, and Mercedes-Benz S-class are all fairly standard
in size proving that luxury does not always equal small or overly large.
The problem could
come with the Hummer H2. The standard height for this SUV is just under 80
inches, making him just a fraction of an inch taller. They both would fit under
a normal 7 foot tall door.Since he and
his friends are both brushing upwards of 7 feet, it is not hard to imagine,
though, that James would want a door 8 feet or even taller.
The Kia Borrego
that is part of the reward for being an MVP that James and other recipients
receive is at least 7 inches shorter and would present less of a problem of
clearance. Most of these, though, are donated to the charity of their choice.
It is hard to
imagine a house with 5 car bays, but those who have watched movies like Iron
Man or Tomb Raider can remember fancy garages with personal fleets. In those
instances it is not so much a case of multiple doors, but a personalgarage floor with a single, perhaps double
wide garage door. These fancy garage doors probably have sensors to eliminate
the need for buttons. The garage door opener would certainly have to be custom
as most only have enough capacity for 5 remote controllers.
If a homeowner
finds, between two adults, an exterior number pad and interior remote and then
a driving teen, they have reached capacity, he or she should remember there are
always options. Contact a garage door service for information about a higher
capacity opener or a way to streamline the remote systems.A person doesn't need a fleet the size of
LeBron James to require a better garage door.
His grand needs
can remind a person of the value of extra garage space. Perhaps the riding lawn
mower is getting crowded in the shed. Remember that an extra garage can be used
to hold more than a car. A well added construction can provide hobby space or
storage.The next owner might just have
a few extra cars to store.
There is a lot of
hype regarding the new iPhone and some skeptics wonder what the excitement is
about, but part of the wonder is finding the obscure things it can do. One
possibility is opening a garage door. So far there is just one option for
native applications, mydooropener.com. This program also requires some serious
DIY skills to get the hardware components to work. This might be a time to contact
a professional.There is also the safety
question that manipulating a garage door wirelessly, but just as many folks
push a traditional remotes button from around the corner, using an iphone is
just a different sort of button.
So far this technology
can't provide a live video of the door. It can let alert the user that the door
is open, if a switch is already in the system.
If someone wants
to control more than just the garage door, there are also other more plug and
play options for someone not adverse to little boxes plugged in around the
house. A computer program called X10 that can be used to remotely control any
number of circuits or power outlets and the iPhone can then be a remote control
for that program. These boxes connect to the homes personal computer to turn on
and off lights and could be wired into the garage door. The security of these
devices is questionable, but the wow factor for friends and family is hard to
beat.
This is simply an
extension of the smart home concept for the technology minded. Garage doors,
with their remotes and simple circuits are an obvious choice for adapting. Many
homeowners are curious about adding Jetson's like features to their home.
External garage door openers that work by numerical code can be handy for
youths who might loose a key. They are simple to have added to the homes
system. So if soldering circuits give a person hives, remember there are easier
paths to opening the garage.
There are also
bio-metric openers available, if security is more of a priority than simply
cool gadgets. These scanners are programed and work just like the number code
controllers, but they have the added fun of an infrared scanner that read a
fingerprint rather than just remembering a code. This technology has come down
a long way in price, but each homeowner will have to decide the price of their
safety and convenience.
Many of these
systems will integrate themselves with an existing garage door opener, but some
older systems will need to be updated. This update will also provide modern
safety features, similar to adding a deadbolt to a door with just a doorknob
lock. Really old garage door openers besides being noisier are also less
secure. Contact a garage door retailer for more information about all the options
available.
Why would anyone
need garage door repair?Well, most
likely because the garage door became damaged for whatever reason.The garage owner probably feels once the
garage door installation is complete that that’s the end of things.But like most everything folks own, there
needs to be garage door service and even the best made products and garage
doors are no different.
Maybe the garage
door became damaged because something blocked it when the owner was trying to
shut it and it jammed.Maybe the door
became damaged because someone tried to drive through it without opening the
door.However it has happened, the door
is damaged and need to be repaired.Or
maybe even there needs to be a garage door replacement.
So the garage
door is damaged and the owner decides to try garage door repair as the first
option.What does the owner do?He might look in the yellow pages for garage
door repair and find someone who claims to do garage door repair.Or he might just call the company that did
the initial garage door installation, probably the same company that has been
performing the on-going garage door service. It’s probably easier if it’s the original home owner or someone who
knows the original home builder as they will know who did the original garage
door installation.Otherwise, it’s the
Yellow Pages or the internet search.
So the owner
finds a business that does garage door repair. And it turns out the company does garage door installations (since they
brag about the installations they’ve done for the NBA player from the local
college) and they do garage door service. The next step is obviously to have the repairman come out and look at
the damaged garage door and offer a repair estimate.Maybe the owner decides to get two estimates,
then he has to decide which one to select. Does he go with the lowest price option or does he pay a little more for
a more comprehensive package that includes a service package or even a warranty
package.
Regardless of the
option the owner finally decides to go with, garage door repair or garage door
replacement, it will most likely be one firm doing the work.It would be just a bit unusual to find a
business that concentrated solely on one small aspect of garage door work.That would be extremely limiting for a
business and few business plans and business owners are willing to set that
level of limitation on their futures. And for the future, the home owner will know who to call for that next
need for a garage door repair or garage door replacement either one.Or even for on-going garage door service.
At one time,
people in the United States and around the world used horses for work and
travel and kept them in barns or stables, usually located a short distance from
their house (if in the country) or maybe in a central barn or stable in the
city.Then came the automobile and
things slowly changed.Instead of
keeping the car in the barn where all the birds, cats, bats, and other wild
life could get to it, people started building garages right next to or directly
connected to the house.After all, the
auto has long been usually the second most expensive purchase folks make over
their lives, just behind the cost of the home.
Now this is not
about the carports that are seen in a lot of warmer climates; this is about the
cold weather garage, with garage doors that need to be opened and closed.Some folks store things in their garages and
want to make sure those things don’t “grow legs” so they need to be able to
close the garage doors.Other folks just
want to be able to pull the car in off the street and protect it from the
elements.
Whatever reason
people have for using their garages, they need to be able to open and close the
garage doors.Many folks don’t like
having to get out of the car to open or close the garage doors, especially when
it is raining or windy or cold out or the middle of a hurricane like Hurricane
Alex.They want to use a garage door
opener.
There are one-car
garages and there are two car garages. Some folks even have four, five, or six car garages (and not just
athletes from major league baseball, the NBA, NHL, or NFL either).Most folks max out with a two-car garage so
this article will just talk about garage door openers for the one or two car
garage.
A one-car garage
would generally only need one garage door opener.Sounds reasonable, right?One car, one garage door, one garage door
opener (so just ignore the folks with two cars and only a one car garage, forcing
one car to be parked out in the elements).
Now the two-car
garage may have just one big garage door or may have two doors, with a garage
door opener for each door.Maybe a
single garage door opener works both of the doors on the two door garage or
maybe each door requires a separate opener. That could be fun if each door requires a specific garage door
opener.It would mean that each car
would need to carry each opener (or the car owner and family would have to
remember to use the specific door for the specific car).
These days, the
garage doors on most homes are very visible from the street.If the home has a two-car garage, then
chances are the doors are a major part of the front of the home, and play a big
role in the attractiveness of the home. Adding curb-appeal and unique interest to the home can start with the
garage doors themselves.There are
several ways garage doors can be beautified in order to add to the value and
aesthetic quality of the home.
Replacing old and
worn out garage doors with new, carriage-house-style doors is a job that can be
completed in an afternoon.If the home
is more modern in style, seeking out a fiberglass or plastic molded door that
complements the style of the home is a good way to go.Find a reputable garage door service and
schedule an appointment.The service
will take out the old door, haul it away and replace it, leaving the home with
a much more attractive and complementary appearance, all within a day’s time.
If choosing a new
door is an option, make sure to complement the colors of the home and trim with
the color of the new garage door.There
are a variety of contemporary colors to choose from as well as a variety of
materials that are sure to add that splash of color, beauty and quality that
the front of the home needs.
If the garage
door is in good shape and does not need a complete makeover, the option of
replacing just the garage door windows is available.There are many styles and colors of windows
that can be chosen from.The new garage
doors windows should match the style and colors of the home’s windows.Luckily, there are garage door companies that
offer a wide selection of fashionable garage window replacements.Replacing run-of-the-mill garage door windows
with decorative windows will add a refreshing and unique look to the once
uninteresting garage door.
Of course
investing just a slight amount of money and time can do just as much for the
home as purchasing brand new doors or decorative window replacements.By taking the time to re-paint and seal
wooden garage doors or having a few repairs made on dents and scratches in
existing metal doors, the home is immediately given a rejuvenated look, without
all the cost.
Paying attention
to the condition and look of the garage doors is time well spent.Investing in the look and appeal of the
garage doors can add to the home’s value as well as its overall appeal.Take a look at the home’s garage doors today and
decide how to best boost the level of interest the home possesses.
Garage doors wear
out over time.They bear the brunt of
weather, accidental bumps and countless openings and closings.If the garage door is in need of attention,
going out and buying a replacement door may be the first solution that comes to
mind.However, buying a replacement
garage door may not be necessary.There
are other, more cost-friendly options available.It is a possibility that the garage door may
just need a few minor repairs.How does
a homeowner choose which option is right for garage doors that are in need of
some TLC?
In the event that
the garage door is not working properly or at all, calling a garage door
service may be the best choice.If the
tracks are rusted or bent or the bracing on the inside of the door is broken, a
professional will need to repair the door. On the other hand, if the disrepair is merely aesthetic there are many
simple repairs the homeowner can accomplish on their own.The extent of the repairs that can be made by
the homeowner will depend on the material of the door.
Wooden garage
doors will often split and crack over time and their paint jobs or clear coats
will eventually fail.As opposed to
replacing the door completely, a homeowner can purchase a quality wood epoxy
for filling in splits and cracks in the wood. Once the cracks and splits are sealed, a clear coat or durable paint can
be applied to finish the repairs.The
refinishing of the garage door should save it from needing to be replaced for
some time to come.Yet, if the door is
falling apart due to excessive cracks or rotten panels, replacing the door
might be a good idea.
Metal doors can
get dings and dents that can detract from the attractiveness of the home.The door should be replaced altogether if the
damage is excessive, but small dings and dents can be worked out by the
homeowner.Minor indentations can be
remedied in a few simple steps.Place a
flat block of wood that is larger than the dent on the underside of the
impression. Then, gently tap on the convex part of the dent with a rubber
mallet or lightweight hammer.The dimple
should smooth out with minimal force. This method can be used for large or small indentations.Hammering out dents can cause the door to
chip or form abrasions in the finish, so a fresh paint job will most likely be
required.Attempting to preserve the
looks of the garage door before buying a new one can save quite a bit on costs.
When deciding
between garage door replacements versus garage door repairs, the factors of
cost and convenience take priority.If
the repairs are not within the abilities of the homeowner, a contractor may be
required to complete them.In the case
of extensive damage, the preservation of the doors may be more costly than
opting for the new door.Remember that
the cost of installation will need to be considered, if the decision is to
invest in a replacement.
Garage door
prices are usually the first consideration when the time comes to replace the
old garage door.Spending some time
researching and understanding the best choices of garage doors for the home is
pertinent.There are a few details that
need to be attended to in order to maximize the amount of money spent on the
purchase of replacement garage doors.
The first and
most basic pieces of information to acquire before setting out to compare
garage door prices are the overall measurements of your existing door.Carefully measure the width and the height of
the garage door opening.Be sure to
record the measurements as they will dictate the doors available.
The next step is
to determine what type of material would be best for the replacement garage
door, while balancing personal style with efficiency and cost concerns.Wood doors tend to be the more expensive
option, while metal and fiberglass doors cost less.Wood is a high-end choice that may suit the
style and taste of the homeowner. However, when choosing a wooden garage door make sure to consider the
cost of future maintenance in the overall price of the door.The benefits of metal and fiberglass doors
are that they require less maintenance, cost less up front and tend to last
longer.
Another thing to
consider prior to pricing a garage door is whether it is necessary to install
an insulated door.A non-insulated door
may cost less up front, but the insulated door saves big on future energy
costs.If the garage is attached to the
home, an insulated door is a smart investment and should be sought out.If the garage is detached, an insulated door
may not be necessary, however, if the garage is frequently used as a workshop
space, the added comfort of the insulation may be desired.
If the homeowner
is concerned about improving the appearance of the exterior of the home, the
addition of windows to the garage door is another commonly available
option.Windows can add curb-appeal to
the garage doors as well as unify the style of the home and the garage.Keep in mind that windows are mostly
aesthetic and will often add to the overall cost of the garage door.In the long term, a garage door with windows
can add to the overall value of the home, thus counteracting the initial costs
of the door.
Many garage door
services will offer warranties for their doors and hardware.The material chosen for the garage door will
affect the longevity of the door, therefore choosing not only the appropriate
material but a solid warranty is necessary. The price for the warranty should be added to the total cost of
purchasing the garage door.If the
location of the garage will expose it to severe weather on a regular basis, a
good warranty becomes even more important.
Before deciding
to begin pricing a new garage door, clearly outline the basic dimensions,
styles and materials desired as well as warranty needs. The process of finding
the right garage door becomes less of a hassle when the homeowner knows what
direction they are going in.
