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Annual Garage Door Service

If you are like most home owners with a garage you are typically using it as the main entrance into your home. In just a matter of a few months a garage door can be opened and closed hundreds of times. Having a good quality door and opener is important; but keeping it maintained and lubricated can extend the life of any garage door. Replacing your garage doors and openers can be a large investment for your home. Spending a small amount on a regular basis can keep this from occurring faster than you may have planned. calendar1What’s Included? The following is what DistribuDoors includes in an annual garage door service call… Read more

Why is Clopay’s Gold Bar Hardware Better?

basics-door Most people don’t realize just how many moving parts a garage door has to make it work. There are tracks, rollers, springs, cables, drums, hinges, and more. Garage doors weigh on average 200 – 300 lbs. With all these parts working to operate the largest moving part of your home you want something that will last and be safe. Clopay’s Gold Bar option provides an opportunity to go from industry standard to superior quality hardware for your door. This includes an upgrade from a 3 year hardware warranty to a lifetime warranty. Springs are probably the most important part of any garage door system. Industry standard s... Read more

What is R-value?

R-value is a term often used in home construction to determine the level of heat resistance in products including insulation, roofing, garage doors, etc. The basic concept is that the higher the R-value the better the product is at keeping your home warm or cool. When it comes to garage doors, R-value can be incredibly important. The first question to ask is how you are planning to use your garage. Are you storing valuables? Are you using it as a living space or working space? Or are you simply parking vehicles inside? Is the rest of the garage insulated? If you have reason to want to keep it warm in the cooler months and cooler in the warm months than you will want a higher R-value. If you are not concerned with the temperature inside your garage then you can aff... Read more

Garage Door Panel Replacement Guide

Garage door with panels Updated 10/7/2024

Garage Door Panel Replacement

Garage door panels are important to your door's aesthetics, safety and functionality. They can prevent the rest of the system from properly operating when they become damaged. Below, we'll cover how to replace garage door panels with professional assistance to ensure the longevity and safety of your garage door.

What to Know About Replacing Garage Door Panels

Before starting your garage door panel replacem... Read more

Will replacing my garage door increase my home’s value?

Every year Remodeling Magazine releases a report showing the Cost vs. Value of a homeowner’s remodeling projects. The goal of this report is to show which home improvement projects gain you more value compared to the other home upgrade options for your specific region. If you are looking to increase the resale value of your home this report will help determine where your money is more wisely spent. They have separated their data to show how midrange projects may differ from upscale projects. The type of home you have and the type of upgrade you are planning can affect the percentage of the cost that is recouped in the value of your home.Property-Value-i...						<a href=Read more