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Here’s something you probably don’t think about too often: your garage door. But the average garage door opens about 1,500 times per year. Yeah, that’s about four times a day. If your garage is going to be opening that many times a day, you need to be able to depend on it. So if you need a garage door spring replacement, you’ve got to do it right. If not, you could be stuck inside the house without a working garage.… Continue reading »

Pulling into your driveway and opening your garage with only a quick press of a button is something most do daily, but only a small percentage actually know how garage door openers actually work. This small convenience, which can easily be taken for granted, is actually a complex and well thought-out system.   Basic Operation The way garage doors openers look and their timing may vary, but they all have similar codes of action that cause them to operate. The… Continue reading »

You don’t want to leave something as important as your garage door to some random hire you find on craigslist. After all, your garage door is probably the single heaviest object in your home, and shoddy installation or poor repairs could mean injury or worse for your family and friends. No, when it comes down to it, you want to hire the best garage door repair service you can find in the Oklahoma City area. Someone who’s experienced, qualified, and… Continue reading »

Summer is great. Once you get past the mosquitoes, sunburn, and that Oklahoma humidity, it’s all swimming pools and backyard barbecues. For a lot of families, summer also means vacation. And vacation means an empty home—a vulnerable home. Of all the entry points to your house, your garage is one that a lot of people overlook. The overhead door is heavy, of course, but that doesn’t mean that a crafty burglar can’t find a way in. So whether you’re just… Continue reading »

Most people and homeowners usually do not pay much attention to their garage door springs.  Though understandable, an oversight of your garage door spring is a little unfair. No other single part of your garage door and garage door opener is as important to the raising and lowering of the door.  Hence, it is only expected to be conversant with your door spring, and treat it as worthy. To help you get to know your garage door springs better, read… Continue reading »

Nowadays, garage door openers had become more sophisticated when they enclosed automatic opening abilities. This write-up discusses the five issues you might encounter with your garage door openers. However, some defects and problems are not always obvious. For such defects, it is advisable to check the manual for the openers or contact a competent and professional repairer.   1. Opening and Closing of Garage Doors without touching the openers Be certain nothing is pressing down any or compressing any of… Continue reading »

Discount Garage Door is proud to introduce one of the best manufacturers in the United States, Amarr. This, folks, is a game changer. Amarr has brought to the game stained garage doors that are affordable for everyday people. Up until now, if you wanted a stained garage door it would cost a couple thousand dollars to be able to have that option. Amarr, working with Discount Garage Door, is now going to introduce an offer to Oklahoma City and Tulsa… Continue reading »

If you are reading this, chances are that you currently have a dated garage door opener and are looking for the push needed to invest in a new one. There are many different reasons that homeowners will invest in a new garage door including safety concerns and updated functionality. These are some reasons that you may need to replace your garage door opener. Less Operational Noise One common complaint that homeowners have about older garage door openers is the amount… Continue reading »

Most homeowners fall into a habit of not realizing their garage door is being neglected until it’s too late. As long as the door continues to open, little thought is put into the condition it may be in. When a garage door becomes dated, these are the potential dangers you could experience. Compromised Security With general wear and tear, the garage door becomes more susceptible to security issues. When the garage door panels and fittings get looser, it becomes much… Continue reading »

A garage door is one of the most important functional pieces on a home. Unfortunately, garage doors are often overlooked until they develop a problem that could have easily been avoided. A non-functional garage door can be frustrating, so Discount Garage Door has compiled this list of common garage door problems and their potential causes.     Closes Too Quickly When a garage door closes too quickly, or slams closed, it can create a potentially dangerous situation for both individuals… Continue reading »