If you are like most people, you treat your garage like a big junk drawer. I keep lots of random stuff in my garage since it’s such an easy place to use for storage! Garages are super convenient when it comes to storage space, so it makes sense that many people use the space for storing their extra items. However, just because the garage is convenient, doesn’t mean that it should be used to store all items. There are certain things that shouldn’t be stored in the garage because of several ...
Why your next garage door should be insulated
There are so many options to choose from when you are looking at purchasing a new garage door, from windows to colors, to the door design itself! One of the first decisions to make is whether or not you want an insulated door. Many design options are contingent on if your door is insulated or not, so that is typically the first thing we have our clients decide on. For many people, the choice isn’t always so clear on whether or not to get an insulated door. We at Hung Right Doors almost always ...
What to do if you have a bent garage door track
Over time garage doors and their components go through wear and tear. Particularly if the garage door is opened and closed frequently. If you leave your home every day, and you park in your garage, your door will be opened and closed at least twice a day, if not more often! Because of this near constant use, parts of your garage door get worn out. A pretty common thing that happens is for the track to get bent. But the dilemma is how do you tell if your track is bent? And if it is how do you ...
How to manually open your garage door opener
Having an automatic garage door opener is really convenient! Being able to get your door open and closed at a push of a button is so nice, up until the opener isn’t working anymore. IF you have a power outage, and you don’t have a battery backup, your door won’t open! This is a problem if you need to go to work or the grocery store, or even if you just want to leave your house for some nice leisure time. What if you get home after a long day to find your power out, or that you lost your garage ...
How to Match a Garage Door to Your Homes Style
Ranch Homes: This style is one of the most common home styles in the United States. These one-story wonders are easily accessible family homes that are usually one story, with a long footprint. To update the look of a rancher and bring it up to a more modern aesthetic consider a flush panel wood grain door or a long-paneled door with modern lines. It mirrors the long look of the home while freshening up the exterior. The beauty of going for a flush or long paneled door is that the door ...