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A Handy Garage Door Preventative Maintenance Checklist

Your garage door is an investment, so keeping it in tip-top shape with preventative maintenance is vital. Regularly inspecting your system can extend its life span and keep little issues from becoming costly headaches down the road.  Not sure where to start? Here are our top garage door preventative maintenance tips for residential and commercial properties. 1. Lubricate, Lubricate, Lubricate Your garage door comprises dozens of moving parts that work together to function every day. Lubrication takes less than 10 minutes and helps prevent rust and wear. Lubricate all your garage door’s moving parts, including: Cables Springs Steel rollers Hinges […]

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6 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Garage Door

Knowing when to replace garage doors is important. You may want to put this task off for as long as possible to save money, but replacing your garage door helps improve your business’s or home’s safety, appearance and functionality. Six common signs indicating it may be time to replace your garage door include: 1. The Age of Your Garage Door Garage doors and their mechanical parts have an average life span of about 15 to 30 years. However, many factors can prematurely age your garage door system, including its usage cycle, which is how often you open and close your door every […]

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Insulated Garage Doors: Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings

For any property owner, choosing the right garage door is about maximizing energy efficiency, cutting costs, and ensuring optimal performance. An insulated garage door from Continental Door can help you accomplish those goals. Explore how our insulated garage doors can help you optimize energy use and save on your utility bills. What Are Insulated Garage Doors? Insulated garage doors feature multiple layers and typically have a core consisting of foam insulating material. That unique design offers far more than just temperature regulation — it reduces noise and enhances durability to make a space safer and more enjoyable. Insulated garage doors […]

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Introducing the Clopay® VertiStack™ — A Revolution in Vertical Lift Garage Doors

The VertiStack door is an innovative option for commercial businesses that require minimal space and adds an open glass ceiling. This new, sleek design is attractive for organizations and customers, fostering a welcoming, modern environment while adding functionality.  Your business can use this door to expand seating space, create seasonal offerings, and provide an attractive look for customers. Keep reading to learn more about the VertiStack, including the benefits of adding it to your building and which businesses can benefit from implementation.  Taking a Closer Look at the VertiStack The Clopay VertiStack offers a unique construction, eliminating the need for […]

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Fire-Drop Testing for School Districts

School districts are responsible for keeping hundreds — or even thousands — of students safe while they learn. Ensuring your fire doors work correctly is a critical part of protecting everyone. What Is Fire Door Drop Testing? Fire-rated doors in schools and other district buildings must undergo regular professional inspection to comply with government standards. The drop-testing process encompasses two steps: Operation test: Your technician drops the fire doors to ensure they close smoothly and completely.  Reset test: Your technician inspects the door’s automatic closing mechanisms to verify that you can reset them properly. Your technician will also perform a visual inspection […]

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Garage Maintenance Tips That Will Save You Money

While you may not think of it often, you use your garage door several times a day. From going off to work or school in the morning to running errands throughout the day, your garage door gets opened and closed many times. Because there are so many moving parts that can wear out or break, it’s important to take time to maintain your garage door. How to Save Money on Your Garage Garage door repairs and replacements can be costly. To save money, check out a few garage maintenance tips that will ensure your door lasts for years. Limit Garage […]

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5 Garage Door Design Ideas

Whether you’re getting ready to sell your home or just want to upgrade the style, garage improvements can have a big impact on both the curb appeal and value. No matter what you have in mind, Continental Door can help bring your design vision to life. 5 Styles for Your Garage Door Need some inspiration? Here are a few garage design ideas to help get you started.  1. Rustic Warm Wood Finish Whether your home has siding or white-washed brick, adding a wood garage door can produce an appealing finish. The contrast creates an accent that’s both warm and welcoming. […]

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Does Strength Matter? Garage Doors to Handle Extreme Weather

If you’ve lived in the eastern Washington or north Idaho area for some time, you know the region has four distinguishable seasons. The region’s changing, occasionally extreme weather conditions can impact your home’s structural integrity. A sturdy, well-constructed garage door is essential for minimizing the risk of extensive property damage.  How Does Extreme Weather Affect Your Garage Door? Hot weather is not uncommon in the Inland Northwest — Spokane averages 21 days with temperatures of at least 90 degrees Fahrenheit each year. Bitter cold can also be an issue. In December, the city’s coldest month, the average overnight temperature is […]

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Your Guide to Operable Walls for Your Garage

Have you ever looked at your garage and wondered how many amazing things you could do with all that extra space? Operable wall systems could be the ideal upgrade you’ve been looking for. You can build a temporary room in your garage using operable walls. Operable walls are comprised of panels and act as the perfect room divider. Operable walls are unique among partition wall types. They’re practical, attractive and adaptable. Read on for everything you need to know about operable wall partitions. What Is an Operable Wall? An operable wall is a type of room divider preferred for easy […]

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Easy Home Renovations

Home renovations can provide many benefits to your property, like increasing value, enhancing curb appeal and offering more comfort to you and your family. Even minor renovations can make a huge difference. If your time and budget are a concern, options are still available to transform your property without significant work or preparation. Easy Home Renovation Ideas One of the first steps you should take to renovate your home is cleaning the space you want to improve. While decluttering can often offer a huge improvement in itself, it’s also essential prep work for almost every typical DIY project. Once you […]

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