Too often during the design stage of a home, residential garage doors are treated as an afterthought – favoring utility over design. But garage doors are one of the most prominent features in homes with front-facing, attached garage doors – for better or worse. Modern garage doors have more options than ever, which places the design power back into homeowners’ hands. Let’s look at the different types of residential garage doors, to discover which suits your style and curb appeal.
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What are the Benefits of Sectional Garage Doors?
Forget the gorgeous new windows or hours of time spent on your beautiful landscaping, if your home has a front-facing, attached garage, the garage door is the first thing that people will notice about your home – but that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. The majority of garage doors that are installed in residential homes across America are sectional garage doors. Not only are sectional garage doors often inexpensive and easy to maintain, but you can choose from a variety of colors and styles that can add to your curb appeal.
Noisy Garage Door? Here’s What You Should Know
When your garage door is brand new, its function should be smooth with little noise. As time goes on, even the highest quality doors will begin making some funny noises due to wear and tear. Some noises are normal, but many mean that you need maintenance or a repair. In order to be able to diagnose which is necessary, we’ll share some tips on how to listen to your garage door. Here are some sounds you may hear and what they mean.
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Should I Insulate My Garage?
Many treat their garage as the outcast of their home typically choosing not to finish the room with paint or drywall. It is typically where we store the items that we simply don’t know what to do with. We don’t always think about painting it, making it nice or even adding insulation. However, there can be benefits to insulating your garage. In this blog we help answer the question, “Should I insulate my garage?”
Benefits of a Smart Garage Door
It seems like everything is “smart” nowadays. From your car to your air conditioner, the Internet of Things (IOT) has made it easy to manage your personal items from your mobile device, and your garage door is no different. In this blog, we explore some of the benefits of owning a smart garage door.
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How to Use Your Garage Door Emergency Release Cord
The emergency release on your garage door may not be something that you think about very often, but understanding how it works is a good life skill and could even save you or a loved one’s life. In this blog, we tell you why it’s important, how to operate the release and what to do if there is a problem with your garage door.
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New California Law: All Garage Doors Must Have Battery Backups
2017 was one of the worst years on record for wildfires in California. According to the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, fires covered nearly 1.5 million acres of land, led to $18 billion in property damage and 45 civilians and 2 firefighters lost their lives. Some of those deaths could have been prevented by simply having battery backups in their garage doors.
Your Garage: The New Party Spot
The garage is typically seen as an overflow area. It’s the place where you put all the things that don’t have a designated spot in the house, but it doesn’t have to be.
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When thinking about your home’s curb appeal, the mind typically goes to roofing, landscaping or the overall design of the house. While these are all vital to presenting a beautiful house, the color and design of your garage door can really stand out — for better or worse.
The Door Company Identifies the 5 Signs Indicating it Might Be Time for a New Garage Door
Your garage door may be one of your home’s most prominent, visible elements, presenting the opportunity to improve your home’s curb appeal or, if it’s in bad shape, detract from your home’s appearance. That’s why The Door Company (TDC) — California’s leading garage door company – wants homeowners to recognize when their garage door has seen better days and it might be time to consider replacing it.
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TDC Suggests Replacing Old Garage Doors with More Modern Aluminum & Glass Garage Doors
According to the professionals at The Door Company (TDC) — California’s leading garage door company – homeowners can increase the value of their home and give it a fresh, contemporary look by installing new garage doors.
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The Door Company Boasts ‘IDEA’ Certification and Door Dealer Accreditation
Northern California’s leading garage door company, The Door Company (TDC) is proud to affirm that their technicians are certified by the International Door Association (IDEA) and the company as a whole is an Accredited Door Dealer as awarded by the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation. Continue reading
The Door Company Offers Heavy Duty Coiling Doors for Commercial Customers
The Door Company (TDC), one of Northern California’s leading garage door companies, offers commercial customers a variety of heavy-duty coiling doors, known as the “Brutes of the Industry.”
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The Door Company Enjoys 5-Star Customer Reviews
The Door Company (TDC) is California’s leading garage door company specializing in the sales, installation and service of commercial and residential garage doors, gates and access systems. TDC take great pride in delivering superior customer service, which is confirmed by their many happy customers.
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The Door Company Recommends Adding an Estate Gate for Extra Protection and Curb Appeal in 2018
Installing an estate or driveway gate to your property provides extra protection for your loved ones, adds beauty and value to your home, and provides peace of mind. The Door Company (TDC), California’s leading garage door company, offers residential and commercial customers a variety of driveway gates that can be selected according to personal style and desired function.
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