Henderson Garage Door - Do I Need A New Installation Or A Repair?
The value of your property is
crucial to maintain as a homeowner with many factors affecting it. With any
type of renovations or remodeling, it’s critical to ensure that there is always
a return on your investment or ROI. This would be the difference between the
expense of the project and the amount of value that it adds to your home. Many
of the projects that need to be done won’t add value to the home. But repairs
or replacement of the garage door with a reputable professional, C and M Garage Doors, are an exception.
The facade of your home consists
substantially of your garage door which is touted as being fairly inexpensive
to update. It’s the least expensive of any part of the exterior of your home to
renovate when comparing the cost per square footage with positive ROI.
Repair Or Replace The Garage Door?
Although the value of your home
can be greatly increased with the replacement of the garage door, it’s not
always necessary for a full replacement. Sometimes, the door may just require a
few repairs which will save both time and money.
**Repair
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If your garage door just suddenly stops functioning, it may seem
like an emergent issue. This type of problem is usually a sign that it can be
fixed. A sudden malfunction, as opposed to continuing hiccups, will usually
indicate a single part that has gone bad.
In this case, you can check the
remote for dead batteries before you call the professional service repair.
Getting out of the garage in a hurry can be done manually. Most doors will have
the trolley operator disengaged by way of a handle on a chain which is usually
red. This will allow you to lift the garage door without much effort if the
spring hasn’t been damaged.
If the batteries don’t work and
you can’t lift it manually, you will need professional repairs from an
experienced service.
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The springs may be a problem if your garage door seems to be
unusually heavy. There are two springs responsible for balancing the garage
door to make it much simpler to lift. These prevent the lift mechanism from
enduring wear and tear. After a while, they begin to wear out and the door will
become heavy. This will result in a need to replace the springs which is a
quick and easy repair for a professional. Read here about replacing garage door
springs.
**Replacement
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If the garage door has been malfunctioning for some time as
opposed to one isolated incident, the problem has most likely spread. If the
issue had been fixed with the first sign of a problem, you could get away with
repairs. But neglecting to do so will result in the need for complete
replacement. Garage doors that malfunction will continue to cause damage to the
lift mechanism. Damage that has gone into the lift mechanism will mean that the
door should be replaced.
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A single panel being damaged on a garage door will result in
that panel simply being replaced. But if there is more than one affected, it is
going to be more cost-effective to do a full door replacement. Any type of
natural disaster or accident involving a vehicle causing severe damage can
truly save you money in the long run by replacing the door.
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If your garage door has significant age, it may not afford some
features that are available today and may need replacing. Go to https://www.thespruce.com/garage-door-repairs-and-maintenance-1398148 to learn about common garage door
issues. The newer models provide security, safety, and add efficiency along
with curb appeal.
The old doors are much less secure
than the doors manufactured today making them targets for break-ins. The safety
features today allow detection of when the door is being blocked. A garage door
descending on a child or pet can be deadly. The newer models offer sensors
preventing them from closing if there is an obstacle.
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A new model also offers much more energy efficiency. Although
your garage is insulated from the rest of your home, hot or cold air consumes
the garage and can ultimately affect the inside of the house. The new garage
doors provide insulated materials plus higher quality weather stripping to keep
the elements out of the garage.
Summary
Replacing your old garage door has
the potential to add value to your home. Installing a new garage door with a
modern style is a fairly low-cost way to update your home’s curb appeal.
