March 7, 2024
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Garage Door
Installing the right garage door helps protect your property and provides several other benefits. Today’s options include wood, aluminum, vinyl, fiberglass, composite and steel, all of which have their own distinct appeal. Request Your Free Estimate Today Steel garage doors are a popular choice for many people looking for a robust, attractive solution. Learn more about their advantages and what you can expect with a steel garage door installation. Durability — Steel’s Main Advantage Perhaps the most obvious benefit, steel garage doors are inherently strong and designed to withstand impact from heavy winds and other natural forces. The strength of […]
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October 17, 2023
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Garage Door Repair
Replacing Your Damaged Garage Door Panel Early one morning, you run late for work and don’t have time to make coffee before leaving. Quickly getting into the car and throwing it into reverse, you lose your train of thought for a moment and back the car right into your garage door. Once you gather your thoughts and retreat to safety, you may wonder how you should attempt to fix the garage door.
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October 17, 2023
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Garage Door Safety
HOW TO KEEP YOUR CHILDREN SAFE AROUND GARAGE DOORS When your child was born, you probably went a little crazy covering electrical outlets, locking kitchen cabinets and placing cleaning products high out of reach. Every parent knows the basics of childproofing their house, but when was the last time you thought about childproofing the garage? It’s easy to overlook garage safety precautions when you’re thinking about your child. After all, it’s not like they play in there every day, right? If you haven’t considered your garage door to be a safety hazard, you aren’t alone. In fact, 82% of Americans admit that […]
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September 6, 2023
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A standard garage door has connected sections that roll up or down during operation. You may be less familiar with another style — a garage door that swings in and out. This type is known as a carriage garage door because it resembles the doors installed on carriage houses during the days of horse-drawn wagons. Browse Our Carriage Garage Doors What Are the Advantages of Swing Garage Doors? A swing out garage door offers many potential advantages for homeowners: Extra space: Traditional doors need the garage’s top level for storage while open, which consumes ceiling space. Because a carriage door swings […]
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September 6, 2023
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Installing a new garage door is exciting, but before you can enjoy your home’s new look, you have to select a door that will best fit your residence. If you love the appearance of wood and want to see it on your exterior, you could choose from two common door types — faux wood and real wood. Learn more about these two options to ensure the best match for your home. Real Wood Garage Doors Real wood doors come in various wood species, such as cedar, oak and alder. When well-maintained, they offer excellent durability and can increase your home’s […]
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August 18, 2023
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There are two primary styles of doors to choose from when outfitting your home or business with a new one — sectional or roll-up garage doors. Sectional overhead garage doors are common, with many homeowners choosing them. There are also commercial versions of sectional doors available. They feature construction with wide panels and run-on tracks that keep them parallel to the ceiling when open. Roll-up garage doors comprise roll-up sheet doors and rolling steel doors. These options have no tracks. Instead, they coil tightly into a roll near the roof just inside the garage. Roll-up sheet doors feature one large piece of […]
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July 10, 2023
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Modern garage doors offer you many construction styles to choose from. Typical ones include roll-up, swing-open, single-panel and the most popular — sectional garage doors. These doors feature wide panels that separate as it cycles, allowing the door to curve as it glides up its tracks. Request Your Free Estimate Today Exploring the pros and cons of this favorite option can help you decide whether it’s the right choice for you. How Do Sectional Doors Compare to Other Types of Garage Doors? Many factors distinguish sectional garage doors from other styles. What Are the Benefits of Sectional Doors? Some advantages […]
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February 24, 2023
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Garage Door
Garage door security is critical since you keep valuables inside, including your vehicles, and attached garages provide direct access to your home. Learn more about which protection tactics you can use to secure your garage doors today! Are Garage Doors With Windows Safe? Having windows on your garage doors is safe, especially if you take the right precautions. Most overhead doors have high enough windows that people can’t see inside or easily get in through them. You can also choose double-pane glass to help increase your garage’s safety. If you want to secure your garage door windows even more, consider […]
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January 6, 2022
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Garage Door
Your garage door is the cornerstone of your home’s curb appeal and a major entrance to your residence. However, an older door may soon warrant a replacement. Thankfully, new doors offer longevity, monetary savings and a vast range of customizations. If you’re shopping for your next overhead door, the experts at Blankenship Garage Doors have developed the ultimate garage door buying guide.
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August 26, 2021
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Garage Door
We all know better than to judge a book by its cover — but the exterior of our homes can make a big difference! Most people want a home that reflects their personal style and makes a good first impression. There are plenty of renovations that will improve the appearance of your home, but the challenge is deciding which one will get the most bang for your buck. Updating your garage would look great, but does a new garage door increase home value? It can actually benefit your home in more ways than one. Replacing your garage door improves curb […]
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