Whilst most garage doors are made to last there comes a time when even the sturdiest door will become a little worse for wear. This decay can happen so gradually that many home owners don’t notice it straight away. Carrying out regular maintenance check on your door will really help to lengthen its life but sometimes it’s too late. So, what are the signs that a garage door needs replacing?

Rust

Rust is a garage door disease that spreads quickly if not caught early. Always oil the moving parts of your garage door with a lubricant like WD40. This can help stop rust developing and will ensure that your door operation is smooth. If rust has developed then you can try to sand the rust off and paint the door with special garage door paint. This should work if the rust spots are quite small and may give you another couple of years out of your door. However, if the door mechanisms are rusty and large rust spots have appeared on the door itself then it is probably time to invest in a new one!

Cosmetics

Whilst chipping or cracked paint doesn’t necessarily mean the end of your garage door it is a good indicator of the way your door is heading. Other cosmetic garage door problems include dirt, faded paint and moss growing around the opening. These problems can be solved fairly easily providing they are dealt with quickly. However if not treated, chipped paint can quickly give way to rust. Many people also like to replace their garage door every so often for something more modern and fashionable in the same way that they redecorate their house.

Mechanics

The mechanics of your door are the heart that keeps it beating. Bowed runners, bent arms and bumps in the door panels can all hinder the operation of the door and usually cost a lot to repair. If any metal part loses its shape or becomes damaged it is usually quite difficult to rescue and is therefore a sign that a new door might be needed.

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It is said that every few years householders take on a series of home improvements when their previous efforts start to age and peel. One thing to remember when you carry out your annual improvements or renovations is not to forget the garage!. There are a number of reasons why you should ensure that your garage is well maintained

1. Help to sell your home

In order to achieve the full asking price for your home you need to make sure that it is well presented and in good shape. Potential buyers will be put off by a shabby looking garage area. Prior to booking any viewings you should do a number of things. Firstly have a good clear out. Do you really need those spare car parts that have been lurking around in there for years or that box of the kids toys from twenty years ago? Be ruthless and create as much free space as possible. Next you should give everything a good wash down. Hose down the walls and the floor of the garage and get rid of any dirt, stains and debris. Finally you should take a look at your garage door. Buyers may be put off by a door that is on it final hinges and be worried that they will have to replace as soon as they move in. You should consider buying a new door in order to make the right impression or at the very least giving your existing door a lick of paint.

2. Security

As mentioned in our roller garage door security post the garage is a target area for thieves as access can usually be gained to the house through the garage.  If your garage door is poorly maintained then you are putting your home at risk. Your garage door should be strong, durable and in full working order. Anything less is an open invitation to thieves. Roller garage doors have no gaps around the perimeter and are therefore very secure. Consider also adding a security light to the interior and exterior of your garage as well as dead lock on the adjoining door.

Your garage is an essential part of your home so don’t overlook it next time you carry out home maintenance!

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Many people complain of losing a lot of heat through their garage. After the roof and walls it is one of the major hotspots for heat loss. There are many ways that you can insulate a garage as you can see from our ‘how to insulate your garage’ post. One of the most effective ways to help retain heat in your garage is by installing a roller garage door. It is no good trying to find numerous ways to heat the garage if the heat is only going to escape moments later. It is best to try and retain the warmth you do have first!

Next time you have 5 minutes you should take the draft test. All you need to do is stand by your current garage door and see if you can feel a draft. A very high percentage of you will feel one and you will probably be surprised at how strong it is. Statistics tell us that the door is the primary cause for heat loss in a garage. A roller garage door really will help to eliminate this problem.

Roller garage doors sit tight to the frame which means there are no gaps at all between the door and the frame.  These kinds of doors are insulated and have a double lath structure for added insulation, durability and security.

As well as keeping the heat in there is a whole host of stuff that a roller garage door will keep out. Dust, dirt, twigs, leaves and pests all get in to your garage through gaps in the door but a roller garage door will help to keep these things at bay!

So if you have had enough of a cold, drafty and dirty garage your first step in insulating it should be to get a roller garage door!

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Why roller garage doors are great for garage conversions

Garages are used for many different purposes these days. It is no longer a place just to store the car but an extra room in your house. Garages are being converted into workshops, offices, bedrooms, gyms and many other useful things.

If you are planning to convert your garage, or even if you already have a garage conversion, you need to make sure that you have the right type of door fitted. Roller garage shutter doors are great for garage conversions for a number of reasons. As you will be spending a lot more time in your garage than just parking the car you need to make sure that your door keeps out the elements and is well insulated whilst also offering the maximum space possible.

Roller garage doors fit tight to the perimeter of the door and therefore there are no gaps to let in rain, snow and drafts. This also means that debris such as pebbles, sticks and leaves are kept at bay. On top of this our roller garage doors are insulated and will therefore help to keep the heat in and the cold out.

Another great advantage of a roller garage door for a garage conversion is that they allow for maximum room to be used inside the garage. As the doors open and close vertically they do not encroach on inside of the garage which means that furniture and equipment can be placed extremely close to the door.

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The benefits of roller garage doors are numerous, you only have to read our ‘why choose a roller garage door’ page to see that! We are noticing that home owners are becoming more and more aware of the need of a good, secure garage door to help protect their home. Having a well maintained and sturdy looking garage door will really help deter thieves from targeting your home. For many people the garage is not only a place to keep the car but also a vital storage area for certain possessions. It may even be that the garage has been converted in to an office, work shop or gym and therefor has costly equipment inside.

One great advantage a roller garage door has over a traditional style door is that it fits tight to the garage opening, leaving no gaps at all around the perimeter of the door. This means that thieves have no point from which to work to lever open the door.

The fact that our doors are insulated is another great security benefit. The outside and inside skin of the doors are bonded securely together making them much more difficult to penetrate than standard single skin roller doors.

Our doors also come with auto-locks as standard. Once the door is shut by you the auto-locks make it extremely difficult for any third-party to open.

Some garage doors compromise on style for the sake of security. A roller garage door is not only an instrumental part of your home security but they also look fantastic. With numerous colours and finishes to choose from you will definitely find something that is in keeping with your home but that also sends a warning to potential criminals that you are serious about your home security!

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Easy Fit Garage Doors – the clue’s in the name!

Our entire model is based on one simple notion – if the customer is able to install the garage door for themselves, then that allows us to provide an extremely high quality product while keeping the price to an absolute minimum! For that reason we have spent years fine tuning our process to ensure it is as novice friendly as possible. From the kit provided, right down to the detailed, step by step garage door installation instruction manual, Easy Fit Garage Doors are exactly what they say on the tin!

And now there’s a six part video guide so that even those usually under-confident with DIY can rest assured that the process will be completely safe and hassle free. That said, if you really are concerned that it might be too much for you and you would rather have an expert take care of it, then we can help with that too! And because it it really is such a simple process it will take them no time at all so the cost will be very reasonable indeed!

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However, despite their glowing potential, garages are not always as well behaved as we might like. Irritating drafts and a lack of insulation can make them quite inhospitable, limiting their use to the three or four pleasant months in a year. Even the car can suffer, with leaves and debris sneaking under the door and moisture leading to long term rust and corrosion. Considering the general value of land particularly in urban areas, it seems absolute madness to let such a large and practical space go to waste (or at best collect endless cardboard boxes of children’s toys, tennis rackets and trophies of long forgotten origins), but for all too many garages that’s the sad future that awaits them.

But don’t give up just yet because there is hope. Just follow the simple garage insulation instructions below and in no time you’ll have turned your cobweb-ridden ice box into the haven you and your car have always dreamt of.

Insulating exposed walls in a garage

There are a variety of materials you can use for insulation purposes, fibreglass being a common favourite. By  covering any exposed areas with your chosen material (ensuring you leave no gaps!) you will immediately reduce the heat loss of the garage.

Install an insulated roller garage door

The vast majority of the heat is lost through the garage door itself. An insulated roller garage door not only has greater heat trapping qualities within the door itself, but it also ensure there are no gaps around the garage door through a combination of rubber seals and brush strips.

Seal garage windows and doors

If there are any drafts around the windows you can use a caulk gun to fill them up. Just place the caulk tube into the gun, cut off the tip with a utility knife and squeeze the gun gently as you progress along the seam. Repeat for all windows and door frames.

Insulate the garage ceiling

This is particularly important if you have a room of the house above the garage, as many properties now do. It is quite similar to insulating exposed garage walls; just measure the size of the area that you will want to cover with the fibreglass batting insulation. You will almost certainly want to trim around the edges using a utility knife. To secure simply staple the batting insulation to the inside of the ceiling trusses.

So there you have it, after just a few hours work you can relax with a well earned beer in your new workshop/study/gym/general refuge, secure in the knowledge you can enjoy a pleasant, draft free environment no matter what the time of year.