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Nov 27 2013

Put Your Garage Doors to Good Use!

Durham Garage Door Repair: Put Your Garage Doors To Good Use!

We generally use the garage for one purpose: storage. We’re storing our car or extra “stuff.” Your garage doesn’t have to be a catchall for things you might use one day. With the quality build of today’s garage doors an insulated, air-controlled garage can be anything! Below, our Durham garage door repair company offers a few more examples of the potential your garage holds!
Home Gym
Have you ever wanted to install a home gym, but never thought you had the space? A garage is perfect for a home gym; it’s got plenty of space for equipment. It also has power for lights, as well as a good sturdy floor. All the equipment you might need for an in home gym would work great in the garage. Think of the money you’ll save on gym memberships and gas money when you can walk right to your garage gym.
The Home of a Second Business
Have you been thinking of opening up a small business to make a little extra money? If so, it’s important to have a nice quite space to work at home. A home office in the garage is a great place to give your potential business venture a space that is separate from your home, but close enough to eliminate traveling. Also, you can claim your new office as a business expense!
An Expanded Hobby Shop
Many home improvement projects take place in the garage. The garage is a great spot to store tools and gadgets that help with small projects around the house. Instead of creating an extra space to house wood-working tools, power tools, and other hobby shop-type items, expand the garage into your own little workshop. Even with a car in there, you could still have plenty of room to work on your hobby!
Thinking outside the box is a great way to put your garage doors to good use! Yes, it’s nice to have a place to house our cars, but oftentimes our garages are bigger than that. There is plenty of room to make the second half into something grand! Especially since your garage doors are insulated and able to hold in heat and air; you’ll have the perfect gym, hobby shop or home office!
For more information on new garage doors that will help transform your garage into a gym, office, or workshop contact our Durham garage door repair company, Hanson Overhead! Also, check back with us on our next post to see our final ideas on how to transform your garage into a useful, functional space!

Nov 25 2013

Garage Doors With Style, Continued.

Welcome back!! In our last post, we talked about how garage doors can make a big difference in your home’s exterior. The look of the outside of your home is something you should be proud of. Below, you’ll find a few ideas that can add a creative twist your home’s curb appeal.

Garage Door Repair Durham NC: Give your garage a new style with unique doors!

French Doors
Usually found at the entrance of a patio, French doors are a great addition to many homes. As for the garage, French doors can be added to give it a unique look that you won’t find in many homes. Besides standing out, they can also be useful, especially if your garage serves more as a work space than as car storage; you can open just one door to let the fresh air in without having to open the entire garage door.
Stained Wood
Stained wood doors are rarely seen on garages. Most consider stained wooden garage doors to be a hassle. They don’t have to be. If treated properly, a stained wooden garage door can add tons of style to your home. It’s also very “green”. Be sure to talk with garage door professionals to make sure you get a wooden garage door that’s been treated.
Garage Door Repair Durham NC | Hanson Overhead Garage Door Service
Whether you’re going to remove your garage doors completely or simply want to install a garage door that’s a little different, start with Hanson Overhead Garage Door Service. Contact our professionals for all your garage door installation and repair needs.

Nov 20 2013

Garage Doors With Style

Durham Garage Door Repair: Are you tired of looking at the same old home exterior? Do you wish you could do something that added a bit of flare to the outside?

Your garage door may not seem like a place to spruce up your home, but it is. There are a lot of ways to add creative twists to your home with just the garage doors. Below, you’ll find a few ideas, courtesy of Durham garage door repair company, Hanson Overhead, that will add style to your home:
Glass
Though you can’t make your garage doors entirely of glass, you can make them a bit more open and airy. According to trustedhome.com, “Especially if you’re considering converting your garage into an office, a home gym, or a social space, a glass and steel door gives you a large window letting in natural light and softening the sometimes harsh lights you find installed in many garages. And from the outside, it gives your home a distinctive curb appeal that few will forget.”
Courtyard Gates
Adding a gate-style garage door can give your home a timeless touch of style; especially for older homes. Garages that were added later on or have been renovated without much thought could really benefit from courtyard gates. The wrought-iron can make your home look more like a castle’s courtyard. You can even choose a more colorful style to match your home’s colors. As most courtyard gates are metal, they’re simple to paint and offer the same security as a standard garage door.
Thinking outside the box when choosing new garage doors for your home can be exciting, fun, and creative! If you’d like to talk with one of our Durham garage door repair experts about the different types of garage doors that Hanson Overhead of Raleigh offer, contact our office. You can also view our products online.
For more fun, creative ideas to give your home a fun spin with garage doors, visit back with us on our next post!

Nov 05 2013

Hire a Professional Garage Door Repair Service for All Garage Door Issues

Finding expert Durham garage door repair services can be a bit difficult if you don’t know the right questions to ask. Simply calling the first phone number on your Google search isn’t always the best way to find repair services. Repairing garage doors can be expensive and dangerous. You want to be sure the person you pick to service your garage door knows the ins and outs of garage door components.

Hanson Overhead Garage Door Services has taken the time to pull together a few questions that are important to ask when trying to find a Durham garage door repair service.

Are They Certified?
Certified technicians should meet the following standards:

Understanding of garage door functions and mechanisms
Ongoing participation in physical exams (to ensure that the tech is capable of handling the dangerous work)
Have a clean criminal record and background check
Proof of certification should be with the tech at all times

Do They Belong to Trade Associations?
According to harvardsos.com, Trade associations are important professional connections that repair companies should be associated with. In the garage door industry, popular trade associations include the following:

International Door Association (IDA)
Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA)

However, these are not the only trade associations that a repair company could be a part of. There are also local and statewide associations that can benefit the company. Repair companies that are part of the Chamber of Commerce are also places you will want to consider giving your business. When companies are affiliated with trade associations it provides a bit more peace of mind that the company is being held to certain industry standards, which means you won’t have to worry about your door being repaired incorrectly or absentmindedly.
What Is Their Level of Experience?
Garage doors are very different. Some companies only work with certain doors. You need to make sure that the Durham garage door repair service is capable of working on the type of door you currently have. Hanson Overhead has experience with working with all types of door brands and styles. Our expert technicians can help you with a small or large garage door issue!
Is There a Warranty?
Always ask about manufacturer’s warranty. Also, ask about extended repair warranties that you might be able to purchase. Warranties can really help you if your door is constantly having issues.
Sometimes doors just wear out after a long period of time. If you think you might need new garage doors or want to talk to Hanson Overhead about replacement door options, feel free to contact us. We have someone available, 24/7 to talk with you about any issues you might be having! We also offer 24/7 Durham garage door repair services for those that have a problem with their garage door in the middle of the night, on the weekend, or the wee hours of the morning!

Oct 25 2013

Get Your Durham Garage Doors Ready For Winter

Keeping your Durham garage warm in the winter is an important part of your home maintenance. It’s also a simple task that can be completed in the fall. Sometimes cold living spaces above or next to the garage are an ongoing problem. If this is the case, it might be a good idea to upgrade to an energy efficient garage door. Replacing an older garage door with a new, insulated model can reduce energy loss through the garage by up to 71%, according to a comparison study conducted by garage door engineers.
Durham Garage Door Repair | Get your Garage Doors Ready For Winter
Since attached garages typically share one or two common walls with the house, any hot or cold that travels through a door will ultimately affect the adjacent living areas. Below are a few tips and how-to’s that you can conduct on your own, to ensure your garage stays warm and dry this winter:

An insulated garage door can help stabilize temperatures in the garage to reduce heat losses or gains and keep an unheated garage 10 to 20 degrees warmer on a cold winter day.
Regardless of its age, your garage door should open and close smoothly. If it doesn’t, the spring system may be out of balance.
Visually inspect hardware for wear and tear. Look for bent or loose hinges, broken wheels, bent shafts or worn out bearings on steel rollers, and bent or misaligned track. Tighten or replace loose or missing bolts on the door and track supports.
The bottom brackets, cables, pulleys and springs are under great tension and should ONLY be repaired by a garage door professional.
Use a clean rag to remove any debris, grease or dirt build-up from the track. Lubricate all moving parts of the door (hinges, metal rollers and track) with 3-in-1 oil. Never use heavy oil or grease. DO NOT LUBRICATE nylon rollers, plastic idler bearings or locks. Use graphite to keep locks in operational condition.
Wash steel and aluminum door surfaces with a mild household detergent and rinse with water. In harsh coastal environments, applying car wax to a painted steel door surface will help maintain its finish.
Visible rust or flaking paint on a steel door indicates that moisture is taking its toll. Sand the rust, apply a zinc-rich primer, and paint with a quality exterior latex.

Durham Garage Door Repair: Call Hanson Overhead to Schedule Your Garage Door Maintenance Check Before the Weather Gets Too Cold!

Our garage door experts will come out and do a thorough check to make sure your Durham garage doors are functioning properly! Call today to schedule an appointment!