TOP TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR

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TOP TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR
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• All proud homeowners know that a garage door can
  have a significant impact upon the overall look
  of a property, and if in use frequently, it needs
  to be functional and practical, too. Considering
  just how important it is to choose the right
  garage door for your home, below are some top
  tips for helping you make the right choice
• What style of garage door would best suit your
  needs and home?
• Important for both aesthetics and functionality,
  you should think carefully about what style of
  garage door you choose. Below are 5 of the most
  popular styles today

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• Sectional made of horizontal panels that roll
  up and down on a track, sectional doors are
  usually connected to a remote system and can open
  and close while youre still inside the car.
• Swing out similar to carriage doors, swing out
  doors open like French doors using a hinged
  frame, and can help you create a modern,
  farmhouse look for your home. Usually made of
  wood, they are also available in galvanized
  steel.
• Roll-up these doors are made up of slats that
  roll up around a drum to open or close.

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• Side sliding if your garage has little ceiling
  space, then this type of door might be ideal, as
  it slides parallel to your garage door, but would
  be less than ideal if a garage is used primarily
  for storage purposes.
• Tilt-up canopy these doors tilt up into the
  garage on a pivoting hinge, and sit parallel with
  the ceiling of the garage.
• What material should your garage door be made of?
• The 4 most popular materials that garage doors
  are made from today are aluminum or steel, wood
  and composite. Aluminum and steel are the
  costliest, but provide security and longevity.
  Wood is attractive but requires higher levels of
  maintenance, while composite garage doors are
  made from wood fibers and plastic resins and are
  cheaper, lighter and reasonably durable.

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• Do you need an insulated garage door?
• If your garage is attached to your home, then
  youll definitely want to consider an insulated
  garage door to help save money on your energy
  bills and reduce your carbon footprint.
• What is the climate like?
• If you live in an area that gets a lot of ice and
  snow, then a metal door will doubtless rust and
  need replacing over time. In areas where termites
  are common, a wooden door may not be the wisest
  choice. To get a garage door thats going to
  stand the test of time, carefully consider your
  regions climactic conditions, and talk to a
  garage door specialist for more advice.

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• Could technology improve your garage door?
• For a garage that gets a lot of use, automatic
  garage doors are the best choice, and youll need
  to choose a door that is compatible with this
  technology. Keypads are also a great tech
  addition if you lose your remote, it breaks or
  you want someone else to be able to get into your
  garage in your absence.
• Safety is an important element
• Regular maintenance of your garage door should
  help ensure that it remains functioning correctly
  and safely, and in the event of a power outage,
  make sure you know where the emergency release
  pull cord is.

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• Whatever your budget, there is guaranteed to be a
  garage door to suit your needs, and for more
  detailed advice and guidance about choosing the
  right garage door, talk to a garage door
  specialist or your local, professional locksmith.
• Golden Locks Inc is a local locksmith company
  with years of experience and trained staff
  skilled in locksmith services for both
  residential and commercial clients and garage
  doors in Anaheim. We also specialize in
  automotive lock repair services for cars, bikes
  and trucks and installation, servicing and repair
  of high quality security systems, access control
  systems and CCTV systems. If you are looking for
  a locksmith or safes or garage doors or garage
  doors repair in Anaheim, visit our website or
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