Steel garage doors are durable and effective at helping to keep sound and unconditioned air out of your garage space. Steel garage doors also need minimal maintenance. If you are considering steel garage doors, however, you may be concerned about whether they will look too industrial for a residential space. The reality is, steel garage doors can look beautiful. You can choose steel garage doors that have a raised panel…
Fire doors on your garage can help to save your structure from burning in the event that flames break out. However, fire doors need to work effectively and efficiently in an emergency situation. This means that you need to make sure the doors are working correctly. A test of your fire doors by a professional company like Abstract Door should be a part of our company’s routine maintenance program. Fire…
If your garage door has started to malfunction, Abstract Door can come to your home, help you to diagnose the issues with the door, and assist you in repairing or replacing it. Garage doors serve many important functions for your home. They help you to regulate temperature in the house, and they help you to keep your home and your possessions secure. You do not want a garage door that…
When you decide what kind of garage door to have on your home, one of the first choices you will need to make is what material the door should be made out of. For many people, wood is a top choice for a garage door material. Wood is a classic choice, as garage doors were made out of wood for many years. Wood can look wonderful on an older home…
Loading docks often have large doors that open and close to make it possible for bulky and heavy materials to move through. Loading dock doors need to function efficiently and operate properly so there are no unnecessary delays or problems when a shipment needs to be loaded up. They also need to be maintained to ensure safety so there is no risk of injury to workers who are doing their…
A garage door that is installed correctly and operating efficiently should make a minimal sound as it opens and closes. If you have noticed your garage door has suddenly become really noisy and is making unusual sounds, you need to consider finding out what the problem is and solving it. If your garage door is making a big racket, there are a few steps to take to try to fix…
Garage doors break for lots of reasons. Parts can wear out and become old and stop working. Garage doors have a lot of parts, including cables, springs, and rollers. As a garage door is used, the parts can become worn and stop working correctly. Garages are also exposed to the elements, which can make parts wear out more quickly. When garage doors break, it could be dangerous if the door…
Commercial rolling doors can roll down at high speeds and can be either motorized or operate on a manual hand chain or by manual push-up. They are available in steel and aluminum and in different configurations including perforated, solid, and with grilles or vision lights. They can be useful for ensuring the security of items stored behind the door. However, there are risks associated with the use of commercial rolling…
Spring is here, and it’s time to get rid of the clutter in your home and show your house a little TLC. And what better place to start your spring cleaning than in the garage? After all, that’s where a lot of the random junk and clutter tends to pile up, and it’s the biggest entryway into your home. Here are a few tips for spring cleaning your garage: Ditch…
Over time, garage doors break and need to be fixed. It’s inevitable. Every garage door has a number of different moving parts and components that are susceptible to wear and tear, so sooner or later, you’ll have to contact a garage door repair professional for help. Of course, you have a lot of choices when it comes to hiring a garage door repair service, so how can you make sure…