Garage & Carport

Garage doors are made of wood, metal, or fiberglass. They can be highly decorative or very plain. Whatever the style, they all depend on a good set of springs to make them work. The springs provide the lift that opens the door, as well as the resistance that keeps it form crashing down on your head. If the door has extension springs, getting the proper tension on the springs is simple and safe for the homeowner. If the door has torsion springs, leave the job to a pro. These springs need to be wound up, and losing control of them can be dangerous.

Installation of garage doors varies both from brand to brand and situation to situation. The instructions can be simple to difficult. It’s the largest moving part of your home, and safe installation requires attention to detail.

With time, the cables and springs on a garage door stretch, and the door can become dangerously out-of-balance. The usual problem is a door that closes too quickly – endangering those who encounter the door. A properly balanced door remains stationary when it’s opened three to four feet. When you open and close it, it should come to a gentle stop.