February 1, 2021
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How to Protect Your Home From High Winds Residents of Southern Florida may experience hurricanes many times during the year. Most homes in this area feature structural designs that comply with local wind-rated codes. However, every part of your property must be able to withstand harsh storms, including high winds. It’s vital to know how to prevent wind damage to avoid costly repairs and devastation to your living space. Investing in a sturdy, impact-rated garage door can guard your home against heavy gusts and windborne debris. Explore how to protect your house from high winds. Contact Us to Learn More Table of […]
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The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June through November, with August through October being the peak season for activity. Hurricanes are responsible for a substantial amount of property damage and loss. The United States government estimates the total cost of weather-related property damage in the U.S. since 1980 is around 1.75 trillion dollars, with Florida accounting for more than half of the country’s annual hurricane spending. Coastal Florida is not the only risk area — the impacts of a hurricane stretch across every part of the state, including inland. With the looming threat of property damage on every Florida homeowner’s mind, is the garage safe […]
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March 31, 2020
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We are open and servicing all of your garage door needs during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Doorman is considered an essential service to our community, facilitating a safe means of entry and exit from homes and businesses. During this time our showroom is closed but we are available by phone and have 3 service crews on the road Monday through Saturday. We remain committed to providing quality service to our customers in as safe a manner as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Thank you for your support and understanding during this […]
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For average Florida homeowners, the garage is the most frequent and convenient entrance and exit to the home. With multiple cycles performed every day and regular exposure to the elements, your garage door is bound to experience wear and tear that may prevent it from opening properly when prompted. When your garage door won’t open, the source of the issue could be a variety of different sources, from minor garage door opener setting issues to major component failures that compromise the safety and functionality of your door. Whether your garage door refuses to open entirely, starts to open then reverses, […]
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After years of reliable use, you find one morning that after pressing the remote control button several times, your garage door just won’t close. While having a garage door that won’t close is an inconvenient and time-consuming hassle, it’s one of the most common garage door issues Florida homeowners experience. Being the most frequently used daily entrance and exit to your home, a garage door that won’t close can result from minor issues like obstructions in the path of the door or more severe issues like a broken spring or cable. Schedule a Repair Today Garage doors left open present […]
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January 7, 2020
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Florida homeowners are in the habit of regularly inspecting their home’s foundation, roofing, gutters, and windows to preserve the curb appeal and condition of their homes and to ensure protection against harsh tropical storms and hurricanes. One of the most important tasks missing from most Florida homeowner maintenance checkups is inspecting their home’s garage door system. Garage doors are the most frequently used and convenient daily entrance to most Florida homes, and many homeowners forget that this is the largest moving fixture of the house. If the garage door were to unexpectedly fail, it would pose a significant safety, convenience […]
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Consider how often you open and close your garage door every day. For most southeastern Florida homeowners, the garage door cycles up to 1,500 times every year. Homeowners often take garage doors for granted as the main entryway to their homes, offering a safe and convenient entrance. The garage door opener is the key to this convenience. When your garage door opener stops functioning properly, you might have to put your whole routine on hold. Whether your garage door won’t close all of the way, makes unusual sounds while operational, or refuses to open or close at all, the cause […]
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Why Your Garage Door Is So Loud When Opening Or Closing As with any mechanical system, you expect to hear some noise when your garage doors open or close. When a gentle hum becomes grinding or banging, it indicates a problem with your garage door or opener. Ignoring these signs could lead to severe damage, safety hazards and costly repairs. Understanding the noise source will help you determine the best way to resolve it. While squeaky hinges are easy to fix with a little lubricant, more complex issues like a broken torsion spring require a professional. Here, we’ll explore the […]
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Homeowners in Southeast Florida have experience with hurricanes. If you live in Florida, you should have a sturdy automatic garage door that will protect your home, your family and your vehicle from severe storms. By law, garage doors in Florida need to be Windcode-rated to withstand strong hurricane winds. In this guide, we will go over: What to Do If Your Garage Door Gets Stuck How to Open a Garage Door Manually Garage Door Safety Tips Schedule Emergency Garage Door Maintenance Contact an Expert Automatic garage doors should open with the press of the wall station, input of your code on […]
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December 6, 2018
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If you’re like many homeowners in Southeast Florida, you likely don’t give a lot of thought to the function of your garage door — until it gets stuck or it won’t open or close at all. But when you consider that you and your family probably operate the door several times per day, it’s easy to see it can experience significant wear and tear. Without timely preventive maintenance, your garage door system will eventually incur mechanical issues that can lead to costly repairs and possibly shorten its lifespan. Schedule Your Maintenance What Does Garage Door Maintenance Involve? Preventive maintenance for […]
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