There are others who call in to get some advice of how to fix a broken torsion spring on their garage door.  We really don’t recommend that you treat this garage door repair as a do-it-yourself project.  The counter balance system of a garage door is very sensitive and there can be several problems created as a result of an incorrect spring replacement.

Here’s a full explanation that I hope will help.

We often get folks calling in to get a black garage door, you see they are very hard to come by. You see currently there are no manufacturers making polyurethane insulated steel doors in black.

Although all new garage doors are paintable you might want not want to do that since it will likely void the manufacturers finish warranty which can be lifetime for the better quality garage doors.

The manufacturers will tell you that they just don’t get any demand for black garage doors, but that’s not the case at all. We get quite a few folks asking about black doors.

So why don’t’ they make them?

Watch the short video below for what I hope will be a good explanation.

In the meantime for an alternate colour of garage door, why not give me a call. I’d be happy to help you out, and I’m sure we’ll find a colour that will be just right for your home.

Richards Wilcox advertises that these doors were “Engineered for beauty”  Well they sure are.  RW has taken their carriage house Windemere garage door panel and fitted it with a 24″ top section to showcase their new exquisite windows in an extra large way.

The “Grandview XL Series” has three garage doors; Grand Wrought Iron which is reminiscent of old-world craftsmanship.  The Grand Grid and the Grand Clear are more of a simpler classic look but still with the larger window areas of the “Grandview XL”.

This new garage door series from Richards Wilcox is unlike anything we’ve seen before.  They look GREAT! But that’s not all.  Since they’re a Richards Wilcox garage door you’ll get the best warranty in the industry and a top quality garage door.

We’ll soon display the RW Grandview XL garage door series in our newly expanded showroom.  Hope you’ll drop by.

Although we believe that ours is the largest garage door showroom in the Hamilton Niagara area for residential doors, we’re going to make it even bigger!

Since we opened last year our customers have continually made comment on how great it is to actually be able to see the garage doors on a working model.  It just simply makes it easier to make the right decision on the right door.

So we’ve decided to expand the showroom and bring in another 7 model doors.  For sure one of the doors we’ll be featuring is the exciting new Richards Wilcox “Grandview XL Series” garage doors. These doors feature a whole new set of larger windows available in grid and wrought iron designs.

So to make room for the construction We’re Having a SALE!

If you haven’t seen our garage door showroom yet, what are you waiting for?  Come on in and have a look around.  It’s a great time of year to plan for an early spring garage door installation.

Don’t forget…the SALE ends February 15th!

Since garage door styles aren’t exactly a favorite topic of conversation, chances are that you’re surprised at the number of panel styles, colours, window, and material choices available today.
You might even be a little confused as to how to choose just the right garage doors for your home.

Even though we, as homeowners, don’t typically regard a garage door as a top priority, making the right choice for your style of home can make a world of difference in the appearance and “curb appeal”.  On many homes the garage doors represent one-third of the home frontage.  Most Realtors will tell you how important the “first impression” is to the value of your home.

I hope these tips will help:

• First, stand back and take a real good look at your home.  What is its shape?  Is it a box shape or are there curves in the design of your home?  Does your house have wood panels that would be enhanced by a wood-look garage door?

• What shape are the windows in your home?  A carriage garage door style might look great if your windows are a curved style.

• If your home has a contemporary modern look, you might want your garage doors to enhance that with glass or wide horizontal panels rather than the smaller square panels.

• There are many styles to consider when looking at the panels of a garage door.  The overall look of the door on your home will change dramatically with the different styles so take your time and consider your choices carefully.

• Before you even visit a garage door store, you might consider taking a tour of your neighborhood.  You’re sure to see garage door combinations that you’ll like and that will enhance the appearance of your home. Take note of those and perhaps even some pictures.

• Do a little shopping online. All of the garage door suppliers websites, such as ours, Richards Wilcox, display their products quite well, so you can get an idea of the various styles, material, and color options.  If you are shopping different brands of garage doors, take note of the manufacturer’s warranty.  They’re not all the same.

• When you do visit a garage door store, try to find one that has a working display, (like Garage Door Canada), especially designed for residential garage doors. If you have pictures of your home with you, these displays will help you to visualize how each style will look on your home.

Other considerations when choosing a new garage door. Price ranges, quality, and of course safety.  All garage doors are not made equally, neither are the folks who serve you at garage door outlets.  Ask questions.  Do you feel they’re trying to understand your particular situation, and know garage doors well enough to help you make the proper choice?

When your garage door retailer provides you with their quote, make sure that you clearly understand what’s included, and what isn’t.  Don’t be afraid to ask questions, that’s what they’re there for.  This could save you a lot of frustration later.

I hope these ideas will help you in making the right garage door choice for your home.  You’re always welcome to contact me personally to discuss your needs in the Hamilton Niagara area, and I invite you to visit our garage door showroom in Smithville.  Our working display units are very helpful in making the right style choice for your home, and I’ll be happy to help you in any way that I can.

Here’s a handy checklist to keep your garage doors in top condition;

Check the opener and spring system. Over time the springs can become relaxed which can cause an imbalance of the opener system and can cause damage to the garage door openers. But what’s worse is that an system that’s not balanced properly can pose a safety hazard.

Lubricate all moving parts, (rollers, hinges, etc.), to reduce wear and tear and keep the unit operating smoothly and quietly.  Call your garage door experts to ensure you’re using the proper type of lubricant.

Look for wear and tear in the system and make sure nothing is loose, and the cables, belts, or chains are in good condition.

Check the chain or belt and tighten if necessary. Be sure to check your manual for the proper proceedure, or better still have a professional do it for you.

Some of the other settings to check are the sensitivity settings which controls the amount of force is applied by the motor to open and close the door.  Once again be sure to carefully follow the instructions in your garage door opener manual, and once again I would strongly suggest you have a professional do this type of maintenance.

On a more regular basis continually check to ensure that there’s nothing in the path of the garage door, i.e. rakes, bikes, etc. Even though the door should automatically open after hitting these items, it can still do damage to the door.  It’s also a good idea to check the safety sensor system for cleanliness.  If the sensor eye is blocked by spider webs or other debris it can effect the operation of the door opener.

Keep an eye on the surface maintenance of the garage door.  If it’s a wooden door, it needs to have the protection of paint or some other finish in order to withstand the rigors of Mother Nature.  It’s quite common to see wood rot in a garage door that hasn’t been properly maintained.  This could have been avoided. Note: It’s usually the bottom panels that rot out. This is a safety hazard since the bottom part of the door is under pressure from the counter balance system.

Now you might be thinking that this is a lot of fuss over a garage door.  But it isn’t really.  The best, safest, and simplest way to maintain your garage door system is to have your local professionals do an annual inspection; “That would be us.” (sorry about the promotion but hey…it is our website).

A little preventative maintenance can help your garage doors provide you with great service for several years.

If it’s time to inspect your garage door in the Hamilton Niagara area, please contact us today. You’ll love our service and our rates as well.  (There I go with another promotion).

Our supplier, Chamerlain, LiftMaster has been in the business for several years and has gained a reputation for producing a remote garage door opener that is focused on safety, top quality and durability, and convenience, using the most up to date state-of-the-art technology available.

One of the greatest LiftMaster garage door openers is the LiftMaster 3800.
This is a residential jackshaft opener and is specifically designed to save valuable space in your garage.

The LiftMaster 3800 is an automatic garage door opener that is mounted on the wall of your garage, leaving the ceiling free for valuable storage space.  This garage door opener is also very handy when you have oversized garage doors, again space saving is the feature.

Wouldn’t it be great if all garage door openers operated smoothly and quietly?

Well the LiftMaster 3800 operates very quietly with a smooth start and stop which lowers the noise of the garage doors as they open and close.  A great feature if you have a room over the garage.

Another great feature of this automatic garage door opener is the Ever Charge Standby system that keeps your garage doors working, even if the power goes out.

There are several garage door remote options available as well.

I’d like to welcome your questions about the LiftMaster 3800. If you’re in the areas of Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Grimsby, Beamsville, St.Catharines, Welland, Niagara Falls, Pelham, Thorold, Fort Erie,  or Dunnville, we’re just a stone’s throw away from you in Smithville Ontario.

Our new location will be open next week, but in the meantime please feel welcome to give me a call at 905-957-4432.

Garage Door Canada will be centrally located in the Niagara Peninsula in the little village of Smithville Ontario.  Our location will allow us to effectively provide excellent service to our customers in need of garage door services in; Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Grimsby, Beamsville, Welland, Pelham, St. Catharines, Fort Erie, Niagara Falls, Thorold, Port Colborne and Dunnville.

Our Garage Door Showroom in Smithville, will contain the largest “working display” of Residential Garage Doors in the Hamilton/Niagara area.  Here you will find top quality garage doors from Richards-Wilcox to fit every homeowner’s budget. Our “virtual garages” will help you choose just the right garage door, as you can see how it will actually look, and work on a full sized model garage.

Our garage door accessories will feature garage door openers, keyless entry systems, and garage door control panels from Chamberlain LiftMaster.

I’ll post futher updates as we progress to our opening date. But in the meantime you’re welcome to visit our website; GarageDoorCanada which provides lots of great information about our garage door products and services.

You’re also welcome to send me a note or contact me at;

walt@GarageDoorCanada.ca

905-957-4432 or toll free; 1-877-664-4432