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In 1993 it was federally mandated that all garage door openers manufactured and installed have photo eye safety censors. These are meant to ensure that a garage never closes when there is something in the way. The thing about them is that they can be very sensitive, and stop working unless they are super clean,…
One of the services that Hung Right Doors offers is totally FREE, estimates. This means that you won’t pay us a dime, or be in any way obligated to us after we give you a pricing estimate on anything. The most the estimate will cost you is your time. That is the primary reason that…
Hung Right Doors is a garage door company that has been locally owned from the start. Two best friends, Rusty and Allan started it 20 years ago out of their homes, and ran whatever jobs they could all over western Washington. They used to put in doors in Long Beach, all the way up to…
Decorative Hardware are added accents such as straps, and handles that are purely cosmetic in nature, and add flair to a garage door. Decorative hardware can be added to any door, but it comes standard with a few of our collections. Gallery, coachman, and Canyon Ridge are among the doors that come standard with hardware….
Last week we talked about how important it is to wax your door at least twice a year. Waxing your door will protect it against rust while keeping the paint system looking fresh. Waxing your Clopay door is actually really important when it comes to maintaining the paint warranty even! But even if you have…
Hello everyone we wanted to let anyone who cares know how we are handling the current situation. Earlier this week our plan was to keep working safely but with a normal work load and keeping our team working. After some announcements we received and meeting with our team we decided to drastically modify our operations….
These are uncertain times never before experienced by this nation. It seems like there Is so much conflicting information; everyone seems to be saying or doing something different. On Monday, March 23rd Washington States Governor issued a shelter at home order, closing all non-essential businesses. He did this so that we can slow the spread…
Most metal garage doors are relatively low maintenance. They stay in pretty good condition provided you pay minimal attention to them. And run well unless there is some kind of rare accident that compromises the good condition that the door was in. Even though these doors are low maintenance, they still require some maintenance. One…
Mid Century Modern is a style that was introduced in the 1930’s through the 1960’s in Europe, then brought over to the United States by a few architects. This minimalist aesthetic spread relatively quickly, with many homes being built over that time, especially in the 50’s and 60’s being built in this new style. Mid…
The Modern Farmhouse style is having a real moment right now. And who can blame it? The simple, clean lines and neutral color pallet share all the unfussiness of a modern pallet. If cuts down on the feeling of clutter while the farmhouse element adds charm, hominess and personal touches. It’s the perfect marriage of…
Due to horrible circumstances in California, a new law has been passed there. We have had some of the worst wildfires in history the past few years, and many people have been killed or injured due to these happenings. It is at times like these that we must try to find something that we can…
Probably the most common repair we do on garage doors is to replace the springs. Springs are typically rated for about 5,000 rotations and are prone to breaking around that many uses. A rotation is counted as one cycle of opening and closing your door. When these springs break, it becomes extremely difficult to open…
Make your garage more energy efficient The importance of making your home a greener place is becoming increasingly clear to homeowners. There are all kinds of incentives from cities, counties and even states to be greener and more efficient, as well as specially designed appliances and home accessories that are more energy efficient than older…
Decorating your house for Christmas is notorious for beings stressful. Often it’s cold, you don’t know which lights go where, and which extension cord goes where?! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve helped someone put up Christmas lights in a situation like this, in the end the house always looks beautiful. And the…
“You get what you pay for” an old adage that is true for many things, often including garage doors. The risk of purchasing a cheap garage door ranges from simply not being an effective way to spend your money, to being a safety risk for your home and family. When shopping for a garage door…
With the coming cold months, comes stormy weather. Stormy, cold days are perfect for cuddling up at home with hot coco and a good book or movie. In a perfect world we would be able to burrow in all winter long with friends and family, drinking hot toddys and wearing only sweatpants and hand knit…
When purchasing a garage door, there are several factors that go into the pricing. A new garage door can cost between $800 to a few thousand dollars. Luckily, most door are between one to two thousand. Probably the biggest factor in garage door cost is the size of the door. Door can be small enough…
If you’re like me, your garage is probably next to the last space in your home that you think of organizing. I park in my garage, but I also fill it up with clutter! I have a tenancy to leave stuff that I don’t want in my car but I’m not ready to bring in…
Having home maintenance done by a professional Is cause for anxiety for many people. Often times this is because we are worried that the professional company doing the work will rip us off. And if they do rip us off, how are we to know? Afterall, THEY are the professionals, so often-times we don’t know…
Most of us would probably like to park our cars in the garage. A few of us even manage to declutter it enough to actually do it! What if though, our garages could be more than just a giant junk drawer, or a place to stow our cars? Many people opt to use the garage…
Garage Door maintenance is often left up to the professionals. And of course, we recommend having some of the more complicated work done by us, 😉 “Hung Right Doors” there are a few maintenance tasks that you can totally do yourself! Being able to do your own maintenance can save you so much headache. Making…
If you read a few posts back, (click here to check it out) you’ll have seen a few reasons why we believe that it’s important that you hire locally for your home maintenance. Local companies are a huge boost to your community’s economy; supporting them really means you are supporting yourself too. Although, more and…
One of the easiest ways to maintain your door at home is to lube it about twice a year, or as needed. Lubing your door is quick and simple, but there are a few basic rules you should follow to ensure that your door stays in pristine condition. I’ve laid out 7 rules for you…