Updating My Home's Exterior
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Updating My Home's Exterior

After we listed our home for sale, I could tell that things really needed to change, and fast. Our real estate agent mentioned that there were a few issues with the exterior of our home, so we took her suggestions to heart. She mentioned that our garage door desperately needed to be updated, so we worked hard to take care of the issue. We completely repainted the door, and then we worked on adding hardware and handles that gave it a little visual interest. This website is here to help people to update their home's exterior in a productive, convenient way. Check it out!

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Updating My Home's Exterior

  • Why Won't Your Sectional Garage Door Close Completely?

    15 June 2021

    Your garage door is your home's first line of defense against car thieves, and a garage door that refuses to close completely leaves a gaping hole in your home security. Unfortunately, garage doors can fail to close for a number of reasons, and it can be difficult to figure out the cause of your door closing issues without professional help. If you have a sectional garage door that refuses to close all the way, you should call in a professional garage door repair service to find and fix the underlying issues as soon as you can.

  • Things That Can Impact The Lifespan Of Your Garage Door's Springs

    19 November 2019

    Are you a homeowner with a garage? If so, at some point, you will probably need a garage door repair. Proper maintenance can aid in reducing the need for emergency repairs. Some components of your door will need to be routinely replaced to promote functionality. The springs in your garage door are an example of a component that may need replacing every few years. Unfortunately, some homeowners do not recognize the importance of garage door inspections, which can help identify failing parts.

  • 3 Things To Know About Garage Door Installation

    17 September 2019

    Many older garages were constructed without a door. These garages serve as a simple housing for your car, but they can let in the elements. Open garages don't provide much more protection for your car than street parking. When you're ready to install a garage door, get in touch with a local garage door service. Here are three things you might want to know about the installation process before you make the call:

  • Overhead Garage Door Seen Its Better Days? Why You Should Consider A Roll Up Garage Door

    11 December 2018

    If your overhead garage door has seen its better days, you should consider replacing it now before problems start happening with it. One type of door available is a roll up garage door. Below is information about this type of garage door is as well as the benefits of choosing this. Roll Up Overhead Garage Door A roll up garage door is made with one metal piece, so it does not have many sections when rolling up.

  • Prep Work For Installing A Garage Door Opener

    27 May 2018

    There is prep work for installing a garage door opener? Yes, there is. After you have purchased the garage door opener you want and brought the box kit home, you will have to do all of the following before you can even install the opener; that is, of course, if you are going to do this DIY. Select and/or Install a Wood Beam  You should either have a wood beam in your garage that runs parallel to the top edge of your garage door, or you will have to install a beam that runs perpendicular to the door.