Perhaps you have wondered what happens if someone accidentally backs into your garage door or if a storm causes a tree to fall on your garage. If you have had these thoughts, you may have also wondered, “Does home insurance cover garage door repairs?” This post will examine the conditions insurance companies will and will not pay for damage to your garage doors.  When Does Home Insurance Cover Garage Door Repairs? Unfortunately, answering the question, “Does home insurance cover garage door repair?” is not simple. Various factors determine whether or not your insurance company covers your ..read more

Learning how to replace a garage door seal saves you expensive callout costs in an emergency. In this article, the Raynor Garage Doors team goes over garage door seal replacement in a few easy steps.  Tools for a Garage Door Seal Replacement Before you get started, gather the following tools: Measuring tape Door seal Phillips head and flathead screwdrivers A brush to sweep away dust Silicone spray, wax, or soap A utility knife A willing assistant, where possible Soapy water Add the following if you have a wood garage door: Hammer Wood sealer Nails if there is no track How to Replace t ..read more

While we definitely recommend a thorough service inspection by a certified Raynor dealer every 1 to 2 years, there are a few things you can check yourself to prevent problems from escalating. These visual checks should become a routine for you every month, especially if the garage door experiences hard use in your home. Knowing what to look for will help you save on repair costs and, just as important, ensure the door is working safely. Caution: The garage door is probably the heaviest moving object in your home. We strongly advise that you not attempt to repa ..read more

If your garage door isn’t working as it should, you may be tempted to try and do the repairs yourself. But garage doors are complicated mechanisms that can be dangerous if they aren’t handled properly. Here are three common problems with garage doors that many homeowners are able to fix on their own in minutes and one type of repair that is best left to the professionals: 1 – The Garage Door Doesn’t Close Fully If the garage door is refusing to close partially or fully and reverses, it’s possible that the safety photo eyes are malfunctioning. The photo-eyes are a safety mechanism using an i ..read more

Garage door repair is something that you should not attempt yourself. Why? For garage doors to work correctly, they need a little bit of maintenance from time to time. Garage door repairs are a leading cause for garage door malfunctions, and it’s best left in the hands of professionals who can do it right so as not to worsen your problem. Here are a few reasons to let professionals handle garage door repair: Some Things Should Not Be Messed With Garage doors are heavy, and garage door repair should be left to an Authorized Raynor Dealer. The springs, tracks, chains and hinges of your garage ..read more

RAYNOR SOLUTION: GARAGE DOOR OPENERS WITH BATTERY BACKUP Though it is inconvenient at best when your electricity goes out, losing the ability to open or close your garage door can be among the most unnerving consequences. Of course, you can operate the garage door manually from inside the garage by pulling on the emergency release handle. Be sure you and other family members know how to do that. Another good solution: Choose a garage door opener with DC backup power. Four Raynor garage door opener models are available with that battery backup feature built right in. Included are: Raynor P ..read more

Among all the factors to consider when shopping for garage door openers, the type of drive mechanism is probably not something you hear about very often. Yet, when using the opener, you may hear a difference in the sound of belt drive units because they are generally quieter than chain drive openers, though that isn’t the only operating feature to consider. We should point out that there are many offsetting advantages of chain drive openers, so please don’t count them out. Still, if you have an attached garage and especially if you have bedrooms located above the garage, the sound rating of t ..read more

One day you’re on your way home from shopping for your groceries, you arrive home, back your car inside the garage (you are rushing because you have ice cream and dairy that are melting), everything is going smoothly, then suddenly…BAM! Uh oh! The next thing you know, you’ve driven into your garage door, causing a significant dent that just ruins your day. What are you going to do next? Steps to Follow If You Accidentally Run into Your Garage Door You’re surely thinking, what now? Stand in front of your garage door and make a shocked face? Do nothing? Or, you can grab your phone and call an ex ..read more

Why replace your garage door opener? It’s a question many homeowners ask themselves only when they realize the system is old or malfunctioning. But it’s not just because of its age that you might be considering this upgrade; there are plenty of other benefits to replacing your opener with a new one. In this blog post, we will explore some top reasons why replacing your garage door opener may be worth it! Safety Reversal Systems Today’s garage door openers must have safety reversing mechanisms, which have been a requirement since 1993. During operation, two sensors on both sides of the door ..read more

When garage doors go off track, they can be a danger to you and your family. If the garage door is not supported adequately, it can cause damage to both personal property and persons residing in the home. That’s because garage doors are designed to carry an immense weight – up to two tons! This blog post will discuss what causes garage doors to go off track and how your local Raynor Authorized Dealer can help. Why is a Garage Door Off Track a Serious Issue? One of the essential parts of any home is a garage door. Some homeowners will use their door daily as an entrance and exit, and it can ..read more