WHEN ARE YOUR GARAGE DOORS BEYOND REPAIR?

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WHEN ARE YOUR GARAGE DOORS BEYOND REPAIR?
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• When it comes to getting a return on your
  investment, garage doors are right up there among
  the top home improvement projects, and research
  has shown that a clean, modern and
  well-maintained garage door can add up to 4 onto
  the value of a home. So, knowing when you garage
  doors are in need of repair, and when they might
  need to be replaced, is important, especially if
  you might be selling your home soon.
• Below are some common garage door problems that
  can either be repaired, or which may require a
  door replacement

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• The door isnt lifting easily this can be
  repaired
• The lift motor that powers your door, raising and
  lowering it, goes through a lot of wear and tear
  and when a garage door begins to struggle when
  lifting, it could mean that the springs are
  beginning to fail. This can be particularly
  dangerous as the spring could snap without
  warning, at any time.
• Get a garage door expert to repair your springs
  and the problem should be resolved.

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• The door only closes halfway this can be
  repaired
• This problem usually means that the door is
  imbalanced and the lifting mechanism may be
  damaged or worn. You might notice that one side
  works better than the other, and in many cases,
  an assessment from a garage door professional may
  indicate that a simple parts replacement is
  called for.
• A door panel is damaged this can be repaired
• Its not uncommon to see garage doors with dents
  in the panels, and as long as only one panel is
  affected, a replacement is usually the most
  cost-effective option.

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• The door is heavily damaged this may need to be
  replaced
• Usually, when door damage is extensive, a
  replacement is the best option as the total sum
  of all the replacement parts and panels can far
  outweigh the cost associated with a new door. A
  professional and trustworthy garage door expert
  will give you an unbiased opinion as to which is
  the best option for you.

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• The door is old this may need to be replaced
• Some garage doors can last for decades if you
  maintain them well, but most have a lifespan of
  no more than 30 years, so if yours is more than 3
  decades old, you might want to replace it. If you
  dont, the chances are youll have to spend out
  on a lot of repairs soon, that could end up
  costing a lot more than a new door. Dont forget
  that older garage doors arent so appealing to
  buyers, either, and if youre looking to sell
  your home soon, a new garage door could boost
  your curb appeal and prove more attractive to
  prospective buyers.

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• The door isnt safe this will definitely need
  to be replaced
• If your garage door is broken, damaged or
  susceptible to criminals, then you should replace
  your door at the earliest. Burglars and intruders
  have long targeted garage doors as a means of
  gaining entry to a home, or even just for
  stealing the contents of the garage, and if your
  door isnt as secure as it should be, talk to
  your local locksmith about a security upgrade or
  door replacement.
• If youre experiencing a problem with your garage
  door that doesnt appear in the list above, talk
  to your local garage door specialist to determine
  whether it can be repaired, or if a new door
  would be a more cost-effective option.

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  with years of experience and trained staff
  skilled in locksmith services for both
  residential and commercial clients and for garage
  door installation in Anaheim . We also specialize
  in automotive lock repair services for cars,
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  control systems and CCTV systems. If you are
  looking for a locksmith or safes or garage door
  opener in Huntington Beach or Orange County,
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