Securing Your Garage Door

A few months ago, I saw a piece on the local news about how thieves were breaking into houses near my neighborhood. They were getting in through the garages of the homes that they were invading. I decided then that I needed to secure my home a little better. So, I began looking into ways to secure my garage door. I found out how to use plastic cable ties to thwart anyone from opening the emergency release, and I made sure to take proper precautions by not leaving my garage door opener in the car. I also looked into having a keypad installed by the door, so that you would need a password to enter instead of just a signal. I started this blog because I want to help other people make their homes more secure as well.

2018

There Are Benefits To Choosing A Steel Garage Door For Your Home

26 September 2018

If you need a new garage door and you want something to keep your vehicle secure that doesn't cost a lot, then a simple steel door could be what you want. These doors are chosen by many homeowners due to their affordability and attractive appearance. Here are some advantages of installing a steel garage door. Steel Is Strong And Durable Steel is a good material for a garage door because it is strong.
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Dealing With A Broken Or Damaged Garage Door Opener

26 September 2018

The door on your garage is probably the heaviest door on your home, so if the door does not open when you press the button on your opener, it can be a real problem. If you are on the outside of the door you can't override the opener, so you have to park outside and go inside to fix it. But where do you start? Checking the Transmitter If your garage door will not open with the remote, go into the garage and check the button that opens the door.
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Signs That It's Time For A New Garage Door

13 May 2018

Your garage door puts up with a lot. It has to work against the forces of gravity each day to lift as you enter and exit the garage on your way to work, school or simply to run a few errands. All of this usage can start to take a toll after a while, and it may be time for you to think about replacing your garage door in favor of a new one.
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Four Benefits Cables Have Over Chains In Garage Door Openers

15 February 2018

Garage door openers have two types of circulating pulley systems. The first is a chain system, which is the most common. The second is the cable system, which is less common. However, if you are faced with garage door opener repairs, you might want to consider switching to the cable system. Here are some benefits the cable system has over the chain system. Far Fewer Repairs Chains kink and bunch, and then they break.
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