Garage Door Springs – Hardworking and Underrated
November 30, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions
The truth is, if a quality garage door is installed by an experienced professional, the average homeowner will rarely deal with an issue with their garage door. Annual maintenance will help ensure this, whether done by a professional or by the homeowner.
So when a customer calls us about a garage door being stuck or having a hard time operating smoothly, it is quite common that they are completely unaware that there are springs on their garage door at all. They just haven’t really paid much attention to how it works as long as it is working.
To them the garage door opener is in charge of opening the door and closing it. If the power is out, they open it manually and think nothing of it. But in reality, your garage door is a very heavy and dangerous, typically wood or steel, object on ... Read more
Garage Door Weather Seal
September 24, 2015
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It’s that time of the year. The weather is changing and the insects, rodents, and other critters are seeking warmer temperatures. Often inside our homes.
A garage door can make your home easily accessible to small creatures if not well maintained. Checking your weather stripping regularly and repairing it as needed can reduce this issue.
Your garage door should have vinyl or rubber seal (astragal) connected to the bottom of the door (in a metal retainer). If your concrete slab is uneven often a larger piece of rubber will be needed in order to complete the seal.
It is best if your door has v... Read more
Insulated Garage Door vs. Non-Insulated Garage Door
July 16, 2015
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When choosing a new garage door most people’s first decision is how they want their door to look. But equally important is what’s on the inside. How your door is built, if it has insulation and what type of insulation affects the longevity of your investment. Where the door is and how often it is going to be used are important factors when deciding which door is best for your space.
Clopay’s line of residential steel doors comes in 1, 2, and 3 layer options.
The 1 layer door (Value Series) is a basic frame with a stamped steel face. These doors are affordable and look great. They are often used on garages with minimum use and minimum traffic.
The 2 layer door (Value Plus Series) is the same as the 1 layer ... Read more
What is the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval?
May 13, 2015
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You may have seen the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval before, but do you know what it is or what it means?
It actually began back in 1909.
DistribuDoors is the ONLY Master Authorized Dealer of the Clopay brand in all of King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties.
Clopay Garage Doors is the ONLY garage door brand backed by the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval.
“This is Good Housekeeping’s LIMITED WARRANTY: If any product that bears our limited warranty Seal proves to be defective within two years from the date it was first sold to a consumer by an authorized retailer, we, Good Housekeeping, will re... Read more
Holiday Home Decorating – Garage Door Decor Completes the Look
December 1, 2014
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Do you celebrate the holidays by decorating your home, inside and out? Don’t overlook one of the best display opportunities your home has to offer – your garage door!
A front or side facing garage door occupies a large portion of your home’s visual impact. As holiday visitors pull into your driveway, the garage door is likely their first welcoming impression. Why not make it fun and festive?
Holiday garage door decor does not need to be extravagant to be impressive. An elegant bow can hi... Read more