Facts about garage doors
Did you know that according to an online survey, 71% of homeowners who recently replaced their garage door believe it increased the value of their home?
Real estate agents were shown “before” and “after” photos of houses that upgraded with new, stylish garage doors, they increased the estimated list price of the home from one to four percent. This is an approximate increased value of about $7,000.
Also, a garage door can be a chic fashion statement. It definitely adds curb appeal when you choose from many different looks.
In severe weather a properly reinforced garage door can protect your home against powerful winds. A strong new garage door is an integral part of maintaining the structural integrity of your home. During power outages, a popular accessory sold with the new garage door openers is a back-up battery system that allows you to use your garage door opener several times until the power comes back on.
A garage door is the largest moving object in your home. Proper installation and maintenance of a garage door and opener is required to insure a safe and trouble free operation. Garage doors are easily raised and lowered by a spring system and moving parts such as rollers, bearings and hinges. The springs are under significant pressure and thus, a door properly adjusted and lubricated by a professional will prevent injury and damage and insure smooth operation.
