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One thing that may slip through the cracks while building a new home or in the middle of a renovation is the installation of a new garage door or, at the very least, a new garage door opener. There are tons of options to choose from and these choices can sometimes be overwhelming to new homeowners. Luckily, you can get the best selection all in one place with a LiftMaster opening system!  LiftMaster 's line of garage door openers helps you have peace of mind with their numerous safety features that are built into their products. Automatic locks on your garage door can help keep your family safe inside your home. LiftMaster's deadbolt-style locks click into place as soon as the garage door is closed making for an extra layer of security that you can hear for yourself. Along with the locking action, their doors also have technology that electronically protects against force openings of your garage door, ensuring that intruders are kept on the outside of your home. A new garage do...

            Garage doors do a lot of heavy lifting on a day-to-day basis, which means that they will eventually need maintenance and repairs to stay working. How will you know when your garage door needs service? One of the telltale signs is that it takes longer to open and close. Let's have a look at some of the reasons a garage door would be slow and how to fix a slow garage door.      Normally, a garage door should take anywhere from 12-15 seconds to open and close. Most garage doors will be able to fully complete opening and closing cycles within that time frame. If you find that your garage door is taking closer to 20 seconds (or longer) to open or close, it may be time to get the door checked.      Garage doors typically slow down due to improper lubrication. Without the proper lubrication, your garage doors parts have to work overtime during the opening and closing cycles, which makes those processes take longer tha...

      Garage door openers should be reliable. But what happens if your opener isn't working as it should? Before making any rash decisions like a DIY fix or skip calling a professional, take a look at the main reasons homeowners call experts about their garage doors. One of our garage doors we worked on     A Noisy Door          Silence isn't a garage doors strong suit. Even the  highest quality garage door opener will come with some noise. However, it shouldn't be ear piercingly loud either. Hearing new, strange or excessive sounds is a tell-tale sign that it's time to call a professional. Banging : Your door bangs or knocks when opening or closing. This may mean it's unbalanced. A spring adjustment is usually needed but a wrong adjustment can result in a dangerous injury and become a safety hazard. Squeaking : Possibly the most common noise that homeowners hear and have concerns over are squeaky noises like that of a mouse. Consis...

Did you know that you should do some bi-annual maintenance on your garage door? A garage door that is neglected will probably wear out faster because some problems that could have been caught early on become big ones that ruin your garage door opener.  Follow these steps in the spring and in the fall, and you will be able to catch most issues before they ever become trouble. 1. Watch and listen to your door. Open and close your garage door a few times, each time inspecting a different area. Is there a jerkiness to the operation? Do you hear scratching, grinding or some other noise that seems out of place? Your garage door should operate smoothly and be relatively noise free. If you do hear or see problems, call a trusted garage door repair technician like Gandert Door Company. Garage doors have components that can be dangerous or deadly when worked on by the well-meaning, but un-trained DIYer. 2. Clean out the track. Since it is in the garage, it's probably not an area that you dus...

Gandert Door Co. is proud to serve Mansfield, Ohio, and many surrounding areas with residential and commercial garage door services. Our technicians are trained to work on garage doors, opening systems, and fire doors. We offer garage door installation and replacement, as well as service call response services. In this blog, we’ll be discussing our commercial garage door services! Find stylish, top-quality commercial garage doors with help from Gandert Door Co.  We understand that commercial garage doors need to be long-lasting and durable. As a business owner, you want to invest in garage doors that will benefit you in the long run. Of course, you also want to choose a company that offers quality garage door maintenance services. That’s why you should choose Gandert Door Co.! We offer a line of heavy-duty commercial doors that are specifically engineered for durability and smooth operation daily. Our line of sectional steel and insulated steel products encompasses one of ...

Snow removal and winter damage is a serious possibility for your garage door. If you haven’t thought of it yet, here are a few tips for preventing expensive garage door repair related to snow and ice.  Avoiding piles of snow seems like a no brainer! Snow piles can cause damage to your garage doors threshold. Snow piles often include leaves, branches and other debris that can cause damage as the snow melts or is removed. This debris can weaken the integrity of your garage door’s threshold, which affect your door's energy efficiency as well as potentially damaging your garage door. Ice can potentially cause the worst damage to your door's threshold that can potentially turn into a domino effect of damage. When you go to open your garage door with ice formed to the threshold, the opener then must work overtime to pull the threshold away. This extra effort can cause your garage door to pull out of alignment and premature the garage door’s age. Even worst ice can fully prev...

It’s easy to overlook how often we use our garage doors, but daily wear and tear can take a noticeable toll. The average garage door moves up and down around a thousand times per year, so keeping yours in working order is very important. Here are a few tips to help you avoid premature garage door service . Pay Attention Is your garage door making any noise? Grinding, scraping, etc.? Do you notice any odd jerky movements? If so, where is the problem originating from? Keep It Clean Check your garage door for any water damage, rust, or peeling paint. Cleaning your door regularly will prolong its use and prevent a costly replacement. Tighten It Up Examine your garage door for any asymmetry; hanging wires, strings, etc. Secure any pulleys or cables and tighten bolts and brackets. Keep It Moving Lubricate any and all moving parts of your garage door to prevent rust and damage. Keeping these parts in oiled and working order will add years to your garage door’s lifetime. Stay...

Garage Doors are a critical part of protecting our cars, workspace, equipment, and outdoor belongings. Ensuring your garage door is in working order is key for making sure these things stay safe and out of the elements. So how do you know it's time for you to call Gandert Door for a garage door service ? Here's a few common signs something is going on.  It Won’t Open or Close – This is the most obvious sign of needed repair however the cause isn’t always so clear. Bad wiring, misfiring sensors, age, or simply an obstruction could be to blame. Slow Response Time – If your garage door is taking longer than it used to for opening or closing, there could be an issue with the response sensor responsible for receiving the signal from your door opener. Noisy Door – Are you noticing a lot of squeaky sounds as the door opens or closes? It could be from door joints, worn rollers, loose hardware, or old track. Regardless of the sound’s cause, we can take care of it for you. ...

The rustic trend is everywhere. I think we have all been to a rustic wedding recently. And timber frame homes are making a return, because of the beauty they give. If you want a rustic look to your new or existing home, here are some options on garage doors we think you will appreciate. These doors are made specifically to look like a beautiful rustic garage while keeping your possessions safe inside. Accents Woodtones Manufacturer: C.H.I. Overhead Doors If you need a durable steel door but yearn for the beauty that can only be given with wood, the Accent Woodtones collection is a great option for you. They are all built with non-repeating grains, so no one will ever know they are looking at a steel door. Carriage House Collection Manufacturer: Overhead Door Company Looking at the Carriage House Collection from Overhead Door Company will have you wondering how it could be made so beautifull...

When you have to battle with harsh winters of Ohio, they are unforgiving to us, our cars, our homes, and even our garage doors. Most of these issues can be alleviated by having a heated garage, but some may still show up. There are some things you will want to watch out for during these winter months to prevent needed garage door repairs https://gandertdoor.com/ and here are a few of them. Buildup of Ice between Garage Door Panels When this happens, your garage doors can come to a dead stop. Do not try to force it open, as this may cause irreparable damage. Instead, if you are able to work it safely, you can do so. But you also need to be careful when warming. Too much heat can damage the door or paint. Buildup of Ice on Weatherstripping Thought the buildup of ice on the weatherstripping may not be as devastating as ice between panels, it comes with its own set of issues. When the door lifts, it may not stop entirely, but instead, tear the weatherstripping. If this happens,...