Author Archives: Larry

About Garage Door Insulation R-Values

Posted on 01/20/2014 by Larry

Here in Avon, Indiana, we’re getting ready for yet another blast of bitter cold weather. It’s been brutal this year so far.. and now the news is that more is on the way. Brrrrr. What better time to talk about … Continue reading →

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Shopping for a New Garage Door Opener?

Posted on 01/29/2013 by Larry

Once upon a time it was easy to find the perfect garage door opener for your particular needs. Things are different now. With so many choices, things are little more complicated. Beyond the opener type (chain, belt, screw, direct, etc) … Continue reading →

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Garage Door and Opener Maintenance

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

Routine garage door and garage door opener maintenance will keep the system in top-running and safe operating condition.  It will reduce you door’s need for service and catch problems when they are small and inexpensive to repair.  Proper preventive care … Continue reading →

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Garage Door Opener Problems

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

If you’re like most people, the garage door is your family’s main way in and out of your home.  The garage door gets quite a workout every day.  Coming and going takes place with little thought.  Push a button or … Continue reading →

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Bad Garage Door Weather Seal

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

Replacing or installing new weather seal on your garage door produces great rewards.  It’s the best thing you can do to prevent drafts and reduce heating/cooling loss in your garage.  A good seal to the floor will also help keep … Continue reading →

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Locks and Other Garage Door Security Accessories

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

Keeping control over who has access to your garage is vital in protecting your family and home’s valuables.  Modern garage door openers keep your door locked tight when closed.  For manually operated garage doors, locks are available in several styles.. … Continue reading →

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Stuck or Reversing Garage Door

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

When a garage door gets stuck in the open or closed position, life can suddenly become complicated.  Who wants their car stuck in the garage?  Just as troubling is a door that continuously reverses as you try to close it … Continue reading →

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Noisy Garage Doors and Openers

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

The good thing about owning a noisy garage door is that nobody is going to sneak in on you.  That’s about the only good thing.  Noisy operation is a garage doors way of telling you that it needs service. On … Continue reading →

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Broken Garage Door Springs

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

Sooner or later, the spring or springs on your garage door are going to break.  When that happens, you need an experienced garage door professional.  Indy Door Guy knows garage door springs. Nearly all garage doors sold and installed in … Continue reading →

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Hit or Damaged Garage Doors

Posted on 04/29/2012 by Larry

If your garage door is ever hit by a car or suffers other damage, the best thing to do is leave it alone and call in a professional. A severely damaged door can fall at any time. It’s not unusual … Continue reading →

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