July 27, 2017
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In the era of do-it-yourself guides, tutorials, walkthroughs, and how-to videos, it can be rather easy to believe that a short little YouTube video can get you through just about any task. But unfortunately, that simply isn’t the case. Some jobs are more complex than others, and a single mistake could become very costly. If you’ve ever tried cooking like a gourmet chef, you may have realized that there really is something to all those years of training and experience. It’s not always as easy as just following the recipe. The same is true for garage door repairs. Read below […]
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March 15, 2017
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Garage doors come in many shapes and sizes, and they’re surprisingly complicated pieces of equipment. Repairing them often involves mechanical knowledge, as well as dealing with heavy doors under a lot of tension. Here are 5 reasons garage cable replacement in Lansing should always be handled by a professional. Safety The most important reason to hire a pro to repair garage springs in Lansing is your safety. Springs and cables are under a lot of pressure, and the tension can make them snap and cause serious injury if they’re not handled correctly. Garage doors are also infamous for pinching – and even […]
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February 28, 2017
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The most significant parts of your commercial or residential garage door are the springs, which hold everything together and control the movement that allows for your garage door’s opening and closing functionality. If your garage door is hard to open or close, jerks when opening, or the timing is off, then something may be wrong with your garage door spring or springs. A garage door that won’t shut or open properly can be extremely frustrating and inconvenient. There are a few reasons your garage door may be having trouble going up and down correctly, but often the cause of this […]
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February 27, 2017
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There’s a wide disparity between what people pay for the cost of garage door installation. According to Home Advisor, a home improvement website, people paid between $325 and $2,000 for garage door installation last year, with the average homeowner spending about $1,063 to have a garage door installed. So why did some homeowners pay more and others pay less? Here are a few factors that will influence the cost of your garage door installation in Lansing. To Repair or Replace First, if your garage door isn’t working correctly, you may simply need repair and not a full replacement. It can be […]
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February 24, 2017
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Your garage door is something you don’t typically spend a lot of time thinking about. Its sole purpose is to keep your garage and its contents safe from the elements and intruders. Unfortunately, when things go wrong with your garage door, major problems can ensue, and you may need to call for garage door repair in Lansing, Michigan. Trying to repair a garage door yourself can be a frustrating experience and can leave your home without a working garage door while you wait for a professional to come and fix the problem. Although there are many good overhead garage door repair […]
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February 22, 2017
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Repairing or replacing your garage door is an important part of maintaining your home. The garage door is one of the most overlooked openings in the home, either because it is used every day, or because it isn’t used often enough. However, when it stops working, it can be an inconvenience and a danger to you and your family. At Ingstrup Construction in Lansing, MI, we take garage doors seriously, and we think you should, too. Here are 8 tips to pick the best garage door company to do repairs or replacements. Ask Family and Friends If you need a […]
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November 25, 2016
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Garage Door Maintenance
Garage door cables are the workhorses of your entire system, providing the movement needed to open and close your door safely and efficiently. You can find cables on both sides of your garage door, working in unison with the extension and torsion springs to counterbalance the door’s weight and ensure smooth movement. When a cable breaks from wear and tear, it adds strain and puts pressure on the other cable, causing your door to become unbalanced and lift unevenly. Unless you have the proper training, cable replacement is not a project a typical do-it-yourself enthusiast can handle. When replacing large, […]
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August 30, 2016
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A quality garage door is essential to protecting your vehicles and valuables inside your garage. Oftentimes, a garage door will show signs that it is reaching the end of its life long before it actually fails or falls apart. These signs may include warping, opening and closing roughly, or broken parts. When you see any of these signs, it is time to consider replacing your garage door with a newer and safer door. A new door will work more smoothly and will insulate your garage much better than your old door. Today there are more garage door material choices than […]
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August 24, 2016
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The first sectional garage doors can be traced back to 1900. As the popularity and availability of cars increased, so did the need for a place to store them. Carriage houses were transformed into garages, and while the old swing-out doors worked fine for a horse and buggy, people needed an easier and more convenient door for their motor house, the predecessor to today’s modern garage. The Olds’ Garage In 1903, automotive pioneer R.E. Olds built a new home in Lansing, Michigan, and added a 1000-square-foot garage he called an “automobile room”—complete with a turntable structure in the middle, which […]
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July 28, 2016
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Automatic garage doors that open when you press a button also have a manual option that allows you to open the door when your power goes out. Any overhead door in Battle Creek can be opened manually using this bypass option. To get started, you will need a ladder and your garage door owner’s manual. 1. Check Owner’s Manual. While the following steps to opening your garage door manually should work on any overhead door, there may be specific steps you should follow for your particular door. 2. Start with Door in Down Position. It is important that you do not bypass […]
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