ANSI/UL 325 2010 is a safety standard for operators and systems of doors, draperies, gates, louvers, and windows. It was developed by industry experts in collaboration with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to ensure public safety and prevent fire and electrical hazards. At our company, we exclusively use UL 325-compliant products and adhere to the installation safety standards outlined in Underwriters Laboratories 325 2010 to protect your family, pets, visitors, and property.

An insulated garage door offers several advantages. It helps maintain your home's thermal barrier by reducing the transfer of outside temperatures into your garage. This can lead to lower energy costs for heating and cooling your home. Additionally, insulated doors can decrease external noise. These benefits align with tax credit incentives that promote energy efficiency and a healthier environment.

While major repairs should be handled by professionals, there are several maintenance tasks you can perform. These include periodically lubricating the door track, cleaning and lubricating the frame's weather stripping every other month, inspecting rollers twice a year and replacing worn ones, and repainting exterior doors to protect them from the elements. For specific lubrication methods for your door, please contact us for guidance.

Garage door torsion springs are rated by cycle life, with one cycle representing a complete opening and closing action. The industry standard minimum is 10,000 cycles, with upgrades available up to about 100,000 cycles. On average, springs break every 7 to 12 years with standard usage. If a door has multiple springs and one breaks, it's advisable to replace all springs to maintain proper balance.

The primary reasons for garage door failure or replacement are insufficient maintenance and vehicle impacts. To prevent issues, a proper maintenance schedule should include annual lubrication of rollers, bearings, pulleys, and springs; regular washing of painted steel surfaces; refinishing wood surfaces as needed; and adjusting the counterbalance system to maintain door balance. A well-balanced garage door should remain stationary when stopped mid-travel during manual operation.

Safety is paramount when it comes to garage doors. It's crucial to prevent children and adults from playing 'beat the door' as this can result in serious injury or death. Adults should set a good example and know how to use the emergency release. Keep transmitters and remote controls out of children's reach. Install the pushbutton wall control at least 5 feet from the floor and away from moving parts, in a location where you can clearly see the garage door's movement.