In this tutorial, Dan explains how to install the new DDM Safe-T-Winder™. The Safe-T-Winder™ is a new type of winder that winds standard torsion springs without the use of winding bars, by turning the end of the shaft. A power drill is all you need.…
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The DDM Torsion Spring Safe-T-Winder™ uses a drill to wind garage door torsion springs. Now you can wind torsion springs safely without winding bars!
Historically, winding torsion springs has been one of the most dangerous aspects of garage door maintenance.…
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We’ve recently updated our automated High Lift Inquiry Form. Now it is easier than ever to get a quote for the cost of your custom high lift kit.
We now show the total price in the “Prices” section at the end of the form, including the cost of an opener and remote controller.…
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We are excited to announce that the DDM Garage Doors blog is now open for comments. You can share your thoughts, questions and feedback with us and other readers by leaving a comment at the end of each post. We would like to hear from you and help answer any questions you might have.…
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Garage door seals (also known as garage door weatherstripping) are essential for keeping your garage clean, dry, and comfortable. Garage door seals act like a gasket for your garage door. They prevent rain, snow, dust, insects, and rodents from entering your garage through the gaps around the door.…
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Are you looking for garage door parts but don’t know where to start? DDM Garage Doors is a garage door parts retailer based in the Chicago area, although we serve customers worldwide. Our mission is to help our customers find, order, and safely install garage door parts.…
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Back in 2014, we released a series of videos about how to select bottom retainers. Bottom retainers hold the bottom seal inserts that keep dust, leaves and insects out of your garage. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, depending on your needs and the shape of the garage door.…
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Garage doors can get drafty, especially during the winter months. Even in warmer climates, insects and small animals can try to get in around or through a poorly sealed garage door. Installing garage door PVC stop molding, also known as garage door weatherstripping, will help keep cold and critters on the outside of your garage.…
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Garage door bottom seals act like a garage door gasket. They keep water, debris and small animals from coming in under the bottom of your garage door. Since there are a variety of different types of bottom seals and retainers, deciding which type to use can be difficult.…
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Caleb Penney was born in 1999, on the cusp of the new millennium. He spent most of his childhood in the city of Dakar, and graduated from Dakar Academy in 2018. He started working for DDM in the fall of 2022, shortly after graduating from Wheaton College.…
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In this video, Dan explains how to take apart and then put back together a Serco dock leveler hold down unit.
To take apart and rebuild a Serco hold down unit, you will need 9/16″ and 3/4″ wrenches, as well as an adjustable wrench.…
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When a garage door has been damaged, often only one or two sections need replacing. In this video, Dan demonstrates how to replace a single section of a garage door.
You will need come-alongs and at least three vise grips, as well as more common equipment like a ladder and power drill.…
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Huge inventory of torsion springs for same or next day shipping! Here you will find all you need in the most common sizes of 1 3/4," 2," 2 1/4," and 2 5/8" inside diameter springs. Larger 3 3/4" and 6" inside diameter commercial and industrial springs may require a day or two to ship. You'll also find TorqueMaster Springs, Extension Springs, Self-Storage door springs, steel rolling door springs and springs for one piece single panel doors.
Shelves packed with every part you need to fix your doors.
Please note. Shipping times and costs have changed. Normal transit times are currently not guaranteed, even on next day and second day shipments. Shipping prices on items over eight feet have more than tripled.
