We live in Toledo. That means plenty of snow and ice through the coldest months of the year. We take extra precautions to care for our sidewalks, driveways, vehicles and lawns through this period of winter precipitation, but do we take the proper precautions to care for our garage doors?
Protect Your Garage Door in the Snow
If you haven’t thought of it before, snow removal and snow plow damage is a serious possibility for your garage door. Here are a few ideas for preventing expensive garage door repair related to snow and ice:
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Looking for homemade Christmas decoration ideas? Quality Overhead Door has got you covered. From classic wreaths, card displays and hand-crafted ornaments to creative garage door displays, oversized lawn ornaments and custom light shows, there's no shortage of fun ways to celebrate around your property.
Read on to learn about our favorite ideas for DIY Christmas decorations that are sure to make this holiday season more interesting for you and your family.
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Holidays were meant to spend time with guests, and no time means “holiday guests” quite like December. Are you ready to entertain and accommodate family and friends this winter?
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Looking for increased curb appeal at your home? Keeping the exterior of your home clean can help boost its attractiveness. Your garage and entry door are a big part of your home’s exterior, and they require regular cleaning if you want the curb appeal-enhancing look. Garage and entry doors are also a big investment in your home, and you don’t want to do anything that will damage them. To ensure you get that clean look without hurting any of your home’...
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When you start to engage with contractors about working on your home, you may begin to wonder: Am I being ripped off? While navigating bids and contractors can be a challenge, it’s not impossible if you know what to look for.
Here are tips on how to detect a scam and protect you, your home and your pocketbook.
One-Day-Only Pricing
When the contractor shows up to give you a bid and they offer a discount price that’s only available right then and there, politely decline and say you’re exploring your options. Professional contractors understand that the work is a significant investment for a homeowner, and they should encourage you to get as much information as possible before making a final decision.
Looking to create a backyard oasis filled with outdoor furniture, beautiful exterior decorating and lots of diversions to help you, your family and your friends enjoy the best months of the year? Consider taking some of these backyard decorating ideas and entertainment tips to help you create the perfect environment for relaxing and having fun.
Comfortable Furniture: If you truly want to create a backyard oasis, make sure you have the comfy furniture that will make people want to hang arou...
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Make sure your home and your garage door are as safe as possible for yourself, your children and for anyone else who visits your home. Garage doors are the biggest moving appliance in your house. They're also the largest point of entry and an often overlooked area of home security. While we take the operation of our garages and garage doors for granted, there are easy things each of us can do to increase garage door safety and security.
Your garage door is important to the convenience, access and safety of your home. Make sure your garage door is working at its peak potential by following these garage door care tips.
Preventative Maintenance
Maintenance can help you avoid costly repairs related to your garage door. While most homeowners don’t know where to start with garage door maintenance, there are actually a few easy tasks that will do a world of good, including simply cleaning your garage door.
When they look at their garage, some people see the potential for an extension of their home. It could add more livable space for you and your family, similar to finishing a basement or converting an attic. However, if you've been using your garage for parking and storage, you may need to upgrade the indoor climate before you spend time there. If you want to turn your garage into another living space, it's crucial to find a way to regulate the temperature ...
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Who doesn’t want a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy? But making an outdoor space that you and your family can use over the long-term without worry or stress means taking some extra precautions to protect your patio from the elements. After all, the stuff that helps you enjoy your patio is the same stuff that will be sitting outside in the snow, rain and beating sun throughout the year.
Here are a few ways to help protect your patio from the elements.
Wood Seals
If you have a wood patio, you’ll enjoy the many hou...
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