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Lubricating Your Garage Door

When maintaining your garage door, lubrication of your garage door(s) is the most critical component of any good maintenance program. Garage doors have many parts that are consistently moving on a regular basis. When you have a new garage door installed you notice the immediate difference in the sound and the smooth operation, to ensure that your door remains working in this condition these moving parts require lubrication.  Type of Lubricants To Use on Your Garage Door We often see many different types of lubricants being used for garage door maintenance, but sometimes certain lubricants can in fact do more […]

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Cleaning Your Garage Door

Cleaning your garage door is an important part of garage door maintenance that you can do at home yourself. We often don’t think about cleaning our doors the same way we do about common places we clean inside our homes like bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms however garage doors do actually require some form of cleaning to ensure they have a long lifespan for your home.  Garage doors do not need the same frequency of cleaning as say a bathroom in your home but depending on the surrounding environment they may need more than you think. If you are located in […]

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Aligning Photo Eyes Sensors

What is a garage door sensor? A garage door sensor is a small but integral part of a garage door opener that makes the operation of opening and closing your door much safer for you and your family. Garage opener sensors restrict the closing of the garage door in the case of interference by a person, animal, car or object in its path, reducing the chances of severe injury or damage. Main reasons for a garage door opener malfunction? Misalignment: Garage door sensors also known as photo eyes can often be misaligned for multiple reasons. Majority of garage door openers […]

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Dos and Don’ts of Maintaining Your Garage Door

General Maintenance on Garage Doors There are lots of things you can do to maintain your garage doors so they give you the longest ROI and peace of mind for the future. Below we have compromised a list of best practices when performing at home maintenance on your garage doors.  Lubricating – Using a garage door lubricant to spray all the mechanical parts of your garage doors can help alleviate noise, sticking parts and seized components. We recommend spraying your hinges, roller carriers, springs, and bottom brackets (the brackets at the bottom of your door that are attached to cables […]

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Avoiding Garage Door Repair & Replacement Scams 

Avoiding Garage Door Repair & Replacement Scams  In the garage door industry, scams have been prevalent for decades; this has not changed with the introduction of new technologies like the internet and Google. Scams have gotten more clever and have used technology to their advantage. Fortunately, the same technology can help us avoid scams and give you the consumer peace of mind when hiring professional and honest service providers.  Before you hire someone, here are a few tips on how to avoid scams: Compare costs – If you think a deal is too good to be true, it typically is.  […]

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Replacing Your LiftMaster Battery Backup

LiftMaster garage door openers with Battery Backup allow homeowners to enter and exit their garage when the power is out by supplying backup power. During a power outage, the battery supplies power for up to 24 hours of operation. Request Professional Service   Once power is lost to the home, the Battery Backup system automatically kicks in. Dedicated to full access and safety, the Battery Backup system on the LiftMaster garage door opener operates so that all remote controls and garage door opener safety systems work normally.  Also, to notify the homeowner that the garage door opener is operating under […]

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Importance of Garage Door Quality

Your garage door is an essential home feature. It is the first line of security and provides an insulated barrier between your garage and the outside world, keeping goods and vehicles safe and indoor temperatures stable. If you’re looking to purchase a new garage door, making an informed decision is an important part of securing a high-quality, environmentally safe product that will last. You won’t find a low-quality, cheap garage door at Upper Canada because we only provide high-quality products at a great price from industry-leading manufacturers such as Clopay® to keep our communities safe and secure.  The Value of a High-Quality […]

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Does a New Garage Door Increase Home Value?

When making home improvements to boost your resale value, a new garage door should be one of the first things you consider. Garage door replacement benefits include enhancing your home’s curb appeal, security and energy efficiency, thus ultimately increasing the market value. Explore how replacing your garage door adds value to your home.  Do Garage Doors Add Value to Your Home? Installing a new garage door can significantly boost a home’s value, offering more than just financial returns. This upgrade can enhance your curbside appeal and improve your living space by providing robust protection to your garage and, by extension, […]

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6 Tips for Garage Door Child Safety

Garage doors are heavy pieces of equipment, ranging from 45 to over 200 kilograms, or 100 to 500 pounds, depending on their material, thickness and insulation. In addition to their weight, garage doors have many moving pieces, making them a safety hazard for everyone in the family — from adults and kids to pets. Protect your family and avoid garage door accidents with these six safety tips! 1. Know the Risks As a homeowner with a garage door, it is your responsibility to know how your garage door works and what risks it may carry. Review the manufacturer’s manual and inspect […]

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Guide to Commercial Garage Doors

Commercial garage doors play a significant role in helping businesses protect their products. When looking for commercial garage doors, most business owners look at security, efficiency and energy conservation. Durability is also key, as commercial garage doors are often used daily. And while you’re considering commercial door options, you may also decide you want something low maintenance.  With all of these elements available, how do you find a door that meets all of your needs? We’re breaking down how businesses benefit from commercial garage doors and the types available to help you out. How New Garage Doors Will Benefit a […]

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