Certified Garage Door Repair in Raleigh, NC
Custom Door & Gate is constantly striving to improve our services so that you, our valued customers, are always 100% satisfied.
Last week, two of our employees, Shane Blow and Nathan Jernigan, passed the rigorous Gate Operator Installer Certification exam given by the IDEA* (Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation).
Custom Door & Gate is an authorized DoorKing and LiftMaster dealer in Raleigh, Greenville and Fayetteville. These two companies are leaders in the industry for supplying quality automatic entry gate systems. We are pleased to add two more to our team of experienced professionals that are certified in the installation, repair and routine maintenance of these gates.
To become a Certified Gate Operator Installer, applicants have to complete a 3-step process:
- Complete a self-study guide that is written and endorsed by the AFA (American Fence Association) and the DASMA (Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association). This guide details safety, design, gate types, accessories, basic operation, installation of gate operators, electrical training and troubleshooting, timers and vehicle detectors.
- Successfully pass a written examination based on the information learned in the self-study guide.
- Possess a minimum of two years of field experience in both the installation and servicing of gate operating systems.
Rest assured that when it comes to garage doors, automatic openers, and entry gate systems, our team of professionals is well-versed in all of the latest products and services.
Congratulations, Shane & Nathan!
*The IDEA is a non-profit educational organization established to meet the informational needs of consumers, as well as the business and accreditation needs of door, gate and operator dealers.
Two of Our Own Receive IDEA Rolling Steel Door Certification
Custom Door & Gate is proud to announce that Custom Door & Gate of Raleigh is now has two more team members with IDEA Rolling Steel Door Certification for commercial garage door repair and service. This month two of our Managers recently passed the IDEA Rolling Steel Fire Door Certification. Congratulations to Andy Simerman and Tony Gallenback.
IDEA is the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation. Its purpose is to educate professional door systems dealers with knowledge and expertise in the door industry. Our commitment to industry excellence translates to our customers, ultimately providing you with the best service possible from trained experts.
Rolling Steel Fire Door Certification is available to technicians with a minimum of two years of field experience installing or repairing commercial rolling doors. Successful candidates must show a high level of expertise regarding the products, accessories, installation and service methods. The course of study designed by the IDEA is designed to both measure and enhance expertise. It includes field training documented by an IDEA Sanctioned Trainer and the successful completion of a 200 question written exam. The comprehensive curriculum includes:
- Industry Codes & Standards
- Door Materials, Insulation & Finishes
- Components of a Commercial Rolling Door System
- Installation: Tools & Equipment, Site Inspections, Methods
- Operators and Controls – Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Safety
- Terminology
- DASMA (Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association)Technical DataK/LI>
As our newest IDEA certified Commercial Rolling Door Systems Technicians, Andy and Tony are true assets to our organization as experts on all aspects of fire doors.
In addition to offering Clopay’s full line of Residential Garage Doors, we also provide Commercial Doors, Entry Gates and Access Control Systems to the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Fayetteville & Greenville areas.
Insulated Garage Doors Improve Home Comfort and Energy Savings
The change in season often marks a change in a home’s thermostat. With homeowners making increasingly eco-conscious choices, we look for ways to increase energy savings, but one place that is often overlooked is the largest opening to a home, the garage door.
Replacing a non-insulated garage door with a newer, improved insulated one can make a huge difference in a home’s ability to retain heat in the winter months and keep a home cooler during warmer weather. Interior home temperature, energy savings and power-saving costs are immediate.
Insulated doors are sure to be a home investment that you will appreciate for many years to come, and they are great for the environment!
How are Commercial Garage Doors Different than Residential Models?
How are commercial garage doors different than the residential models? Frequency of use is probably the biggest difference; whereas a residential garage doors may be raised and lowered a few times a day, commercial overhead doors may open and close dozens of times in just an hour. Commercial doors may also function as a load-in point for trucks, new equipment and tools. These doors are vital to day-to-day operations of a business, so the commercial operators powering these entrance points need to function reliably and safely at all times.
With the increase in operations and the larger, heavier size of commercial doors, safety features become that much more important. Photo-sensors or a monitored sensing edge perform beyond basic constant contact-to-close operation. Commercial-rated photoelectric sensors ensuring the door stops when people or vehicles cross the sensors’ path. This alleviates potential harm or injury to facility employees, guests, equipment or materials that might be crossing under a moving, heavy commercial door.
We are your local experts for residential and commercial garage doors
, and offer a variety of products to meet your home and business entry needs. Contact us for more information.