Statistics show that ineffective garage doors can be incredibly dangerous. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 25,000 injuries are caused as a result from accidents with garage doors, and at least five deaths or instances of brain damage take place each year – and it’s not really hard to see why. […]
Category: Garage Maintenance
Four common garage door repairs
Garage doors offer fantastic longevity when built to the highest standards but, like any kind of mechanical device, their functionality can diminish over time. Even garage doors with the finest build quality and the best level of maintenance will eventually need repairing. Whether it be a spring which simply needs oiling or a more major […]
Top tips to look after your wooden garage door
A wooden garage door is the perfect solution for giving your home a warm and welcoming feel. At Wessex Garage Doors, you can choose from a range of timbers including rich tones of cedar, pine and hemlock in a wide variety of styles to complement any style of home. While all our doors are fully […]
The Verwood
‘The Verwood’ is one of our most requested styles. Made in Britain, this quality GRP door manufactured by The Corporate Door Company is a vertically panelled door with 125mm wide tongue and groove panels. Available in a range of wood tones – Bleached Oak, Honey Beech, Irish Oak and Rosewood to name but a few […]
Common garage door problems and how to fix them
Garage doors are durable and offer fantastic longevity when they are built to the highest standards. But even the doors with the finest build quality can experience problems. Here are some of the most common issues and what you can do about them. The problem: automatic garage door won’t close If you have an automated […]
6 reasons why a new garage door is a great home investment
Replacing your garage door can help keep your home secure, improve the look of your home from the outside and can even save you money in the long run on heating and energy bills. These are just some of the ways that swapping out your old garage door for a new one is a great […]
Essential Garage Door Maintenance: 4 Simple Steps
Winter takes its toll on all parts of our homes, but garage doors often get forgotten about in the hurry to get back inside to the warmth. Most households actually get more use out of their garage doors over the colder months (it saves you defrosting your windshield every morning), so it only makes sense […]
Service Passport Scheme
Once a garage door is installed we are able to offer an aftercare service that will ensure the door functions as it did when it was first fitted. Most garage doors require servicing annually to ensure the ‘safe and reliable’ cover provided by the manufacturer is maintained. These manufacturers require the door to be serviced […]
Tips for Organising Your Garage
Now the novelty of summer is wearing off, it’s time to put the summer sun to good use (or at least, the next time we see it). If your garage has descended into chaos over the colder months, it’s time to spend a couple of days getting it organised again so you can finally […]
How to look after your garage door
Garage doors are a long-lasting investment. But it’s important that you do everything you can to keep them in excellent condition. Here are our top tips for how to look after your garage door. Check the door periodically The best way for you to look after your door is to understand its condition. That means […]
