When you view a garage door going up or down, you are likely surveying the largest moving part in a home’s structure. As such, it requires many sub-parts. These inevitably wear out due to the law of Entropy, or whatever you want to call it.…
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Extension spring tandem yokes allow for a total of four springs on an extension spring system. As a result, they are a good alternative for heavier doors. Using four smaller springs will also often save on the cost.…
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Harold Poling was my former employer for more than 15 years as I raised my family.
Furthermore, he mentored me in the door business. He was a friend and I will miss him.
You can find more information at the Legacy Website.…
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WD-40 is seen as the fix-it miracle on the opposite end of the spectrum from duct tape. Need to stop a squeak? Squirt some WD-40 in there. Having a hard time with gum in your hair? Spray it with WD-40! Need to soften leather, unstick some LEGOs, clean crayon marks, prevent corrosion on guitar strings?…
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The purpose of a weather seal is to keep cold air from entering through the cracks around the garage door. In addition, weather seals, or weatherstripping, keeps insects and critters out of the garage. By weatherproofing a poorly sealed garage, you can keep your garage cleaner, save on your energy bill and stay warmer through the winter.…
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End hinges on new garage doors often break prematurely because the hinges are thinner and narrower.
We often recommend that customers with larger, heavier doors upgrade to the heavier 14 gauge end hinges when possible. Here is a comparison of the benefits and drawbacks of each.…
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Custom residential garage doors are a beautiful addition to any home, no matter how old it becomes. We always tend to think of the home as new, just like the day we bought it. When you can’t deny it any longer and admit it’s time for a repair (or maybe it breaks down and leaves you with no choice), you might worry that the right part won’t be available.…
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In the garage door industry gapping refers to engineered spaces between coils on a torsion spring. Gapped springs function differently than ungapped springs, and using one in place of the other can cause unneeded expense and time to rectify.
Clopay EZ-SET torsion springs have specially designed gaps that are exclusive to Clopay Door EZ-SET systems.…
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Home remodeling can seem exciting. It can also seem expensive, a lot of work, or not worth it at all. This all depends on one’s outlook and plans for the future. Sure, there are many people who will tell you that this project or that one will increase your home’s value.…
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With temperatures dropping, it won’t be long before the leaves fall, the air is crisp and cool, and you are staring winter in the face. This means you need to think about all those pesky details and maintenance protocols. These usually happen before the snow flies, especially garage door inspections.…
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