Torsion springs play a very important role every single time you open or close your garage door. Here’s what you should know about what they do, how they affect the lifecycle of your garage door, and what to do when they’re in need of repair.
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Whether you live in an area highly prone to extreme weather, or you only occasionally get hit by strong storms, the durability of your garage door is vital. Not taking your garage door’s wind resistance into consideration could lead to thousands of dollars-worth of damage to your home.
Garage doors are rated for their ability to withstand various wind speeds, and it can be an important factor to keep in mind when you’re deciding on what to buy for your home.
Opening and closing an automatic garage door is usually an easy task. Most of us just punch in the code on our keypad, or hit a button on our garage door opener and walk right through.
Garage doors are heavy equipment and pose an often-overlooked danger in the home, especially for children. Fortunately, you can provide garage door safety in your home by following five important guidelines.
Your garage door may look straightforward, but it’s actually a complicated system that contains several moving parts. An unbalanced garage door is at risk of becoming dangerous if left to worsen over time. Here are some of the ways you can spot an unbalanced garage door.
In Boston, whether you’re renovating your home or adding on to a new property you need to be aware that the city regulates construction of residential buildings. When it comes to a garage, a permit is required if you are building a brand new one or adding an extension.
Ever feel like your garage will never get organized? Garages are often used as a place to put things such as undesired boxes, winter jackets, sports equipment, bikes, and well…our junk. No matter how big a garage is, it always seems like there’s just not enough space and a clutter of tools and boxes can be created pretty quickly! Here at Garaga we understand how busy mothers can be, especially when looking after young children. We also understand that for almost anyone, the idea of cleaning your garage is a burden. Fortunately, we came up with a few simple garage organization ideas for your piece of mind. Not only are these methods easy, clever and effective, most of them will cost you close to nothing!
Try some of these yourself and watch your garage change into a clean organized space where you can find tools fast!
My garage door can be opened in 6 seconds with a coat hanger … really?
Someone can hack your garage door in 10 seconds: Is that possible?
Whether you need more storage space or just a place to keep your wheels protected from the elements, adding or expanding a garage may be just the answer you’re looking for. But, if you live in Toronto, remember to follow the city’s guidelines before breaking ground on your new renovation. Here’s what you need to know!
