June 20, 2021
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Top Questions to Ask Any Garage Door Company Custom Door & Gate is a certified garage door company in Raleigh, NC, that provides garage door repairs, estimates and installations. We have over 100 years of combined service in the industry, so we know exactly what you should be asking companies like ours to ensure you work with a trustworthy business. Read on to learn some of the basic questions your garage door company should answer before beginning service. Are Your Technicians Employees of the Company? Or Do You Use Outside Contractors? Both company employees and outside contractors can do great […]
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May 20, 2021
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The Most Common Garage Door Design Options Installing a new garage door or updating your current one is an exciting process. Choosing colors, materials and styles that complement the rest of your house is only made more rewarding by seeing your plan come to life right in front of you. Sometimes, though, a simplistic design can become lackluster when you see it in person. If that’s the case, it’s time to do what you do when any part of your house becomes boring — decorate! Custom Door & Gate has a great selection of decorative hardware for you to dress […]
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April 5, 2021
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When you decide to have new garage door installation performed on your home, it’s important to know about the various types of steel garage doors available on the market. Steel doors are generally made with heavy–duty steel that requires little maintenance and come in three levels of strength — single, double and triple–layer. The respective qualities of the three levels are as follows: Single layer — sometimes referred to as “pan garage doors” — feature solid, durable exteriors that require little maintenance. Due to their thinness, however, single–layer steel doors can get dented when hit, and are generally ill–suited for wide garage […]
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April 5, 2021
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What You Can do to Keep Your Door in Good Health It’s easy to take your garage door for granted. It opens, closes and looks great, but what about the day it stops working? Few things can be as frustrating as a garage door that won’t open or as dangerous as a door that doesn’t work properly. More than 30,000 people are injured by garage doors each year, so we’ve put together some maintenance tips for your garage door to keep everything safe and smooth. As we get started, there’s one important thing to remember: Always have a professional come and inspect […]
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April 5, 2021
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How To Choose The Right Garage Door For Your Home It’s time for a new garage door, but where do you start? Buying a garage door goes beyond good looks. Size, style, material, and insulation are just a few things to consider when replacing a garage door. With a little know-how, you can navigate the types of garage doors and the distinguishing features to make your garage safe, well insulated and easy to access. Selecting a Garage Door Dealer Starting with a professional garage door dealer makes the entire process of selecting the right garage door much easier and less […]
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April 5, 2021
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On average, residential garage doors are opened and closed at least 1,500 times per year. Considering how most doors rise from the ground at seven inches per second, the mechanisms that run a garage door opener are crucial to the functionality of a home. Consequently, a broken garage door opener can be a major problem in need of immediate repair. The following article covers the various things you need to know when you seek out a garage door opener replacement service. Different Types of Garage Door Openers Choosing the right garage door openers for your needs and budget requires careful evaluation of […]
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April 5, 2021
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As commercial and residential garage door service professionals, we’ve pretty much dealt with every issue you can think of when it comes to garage door repair. Even still, there are sometimes issues that continue to surprise us, like the tiny insect nest growing on the photo eye sensor or the tennis ball that somehow managed to knock the door entirely off its track. Even though these issues are uncommon, it’s nothing that garage door service professionals like us can’t handle! While there are times you may be able to fix the problem yourself, there are many reasons it may be […]
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April 5, 2021
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A properly working garage door is vital for the operator to work effectively. Therefore, it is important to test the two mechanisms independently (garage door opener, and garage door) to fully determine the status of the opener. Garage door openers rarely fail without a lot of warning. If you believe something is not working properly, start by detaching the operator from the door and see if the door operates smoothly and is balanced. This is determined by whether the springs are doing the lifting on the door. Garage door openers are designed to move doors rather than lift them. It […]
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August 17, 2020
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Offering employees a place where they can park their vehicles during work is a fantastic perk, especially if your offices sit in a downtown area where parking comes at a premium. But are you doing all you can to keep their vehicles safe? If your property contains a parking lot, it is in your best interest to install a security gate system. Adding entry gates for your parking lot has many advantages, including keeping your employees safer. Why Add Entry and Exit Control Systems? By installing a security gate, you can monitor who enters and leaves your parking lot. You can […]
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Garage doors are one of the hardest-working parts of your home. You rely on them day in and day out to open and close on your command. It’s little wonder that these doors need some TLC to continue functioning well all the time. To keep your garage door properly maintained, you should have it professionally serviced annually. In addition, be sure to conduct your own monthly checks of the door to ensure it is working correctly. Learn more about the most common items a service technician will inspect each year and how to perform your own monthly checkup. Why Should […]
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