Routine safety checks, along with preventative maintenance measures, can help extend the life your garage door and opener. The International Door Association (IDA) recommends setting aside a few minutes every month to inspect and test your garage door system in its entirety. Your monthly maintenance check list should include performing the following tests and tasks: Reversal Test:…
A Hot Garage Is Just Not Cool
Welcome to yet another blazing hot summer! Temperatures might well be hovering in the triple digits, but you can still find plenty of ways to cool off, both in and out of the shade. Does finding refuge inside an air conditioned space sound like a grand idea? You’re not alone! Many Tulsa residents take shelter…
Things to Check Before Calling a Garage Door Repairman
It’s 6am on a Monday morning and, as always, there’s a mountain of work to be done. But first you have to get out of the house. This means dealing with kids that don’t want to get up, let alone go to school, and getting everyone fed when they all want something different to eat.…
Makeover Your Garage Door for Under $40
Your garage door, believe it or not, can literally make or break your home’s entire curb appeal (especially if it faces the street, which most do). Being left to brace the elements and pressures of daily use, however, can really take its toll on any garage door which can ultimately leave it in need of…
The Benefits of Dash Cams
Have you even been a victim of road rage? Or found yourself in an accident? Ever had your vehicle dinged while at the supermarket? We’ve all had it happen just as I’m sure we’ve all wished there was a way to document it for insurance or other purposes – yet, wait, there is. Increasing in…
Holiday Events In and Around Tulsa
Christmas is in the air! With Christmas just two weeks away, joyous clatter is arising throughout the state of Oklahoma, with every creature taking part in the many festive holidays events going on this year. A moment with Kris Kringle, a magical presentation of “The Nutcracker,” and slide down a 150-foot slope; among other activities…
Did Your Garage Door Springs Go Kaput?
In today’s busy world as most of us find ourselves rushing about, attempting to get to one place or another on time, just about every day, our garage doors along with all its components can get quite a workout. For homes with two or more drivers, it’s not unusual for the garage door to be…
Garage Door Maintenance: Why it’s So Important!
It’s easy to ignore your garage door. Nope – this statement just isn’t going to cut it! Seriously, how easy is to ignore something you probably open and close multiple times a day, or something you park in front of? Come on folks! Not only will actually ignoring your garage door cause you many headaches,…
Garage Door Safety Tips, Prevent Dangers To Your Children
Less than 2 weeks ago, a four-year-old boy was sadly crushed and killed by an automatic garage door in his home. Apparently, the garage door sensors had malfunctioned due to how small he was. This means that when the sensor to the garage door was obstructed by the young child, it failed to trigger the garage door…
Get Rid Of Air Leaks With Weatherstripping
There is always something you can do around your home to make things more efficient. One of those tasks is changing/adding new weather stripping around the house. This includes all exterior doors, windows, and doors that lead to an addict basement, and/or garage. Weatherstripping your doors and windows is beneficial because it will help to…