Your garage door needs to be functional at all times, not only so you can gain access to your belongings but also to protect it against theft or vandalism, and to keep you and your family safe from injury. Depending on the problem, it might be something you can fix yourself or you may need […]
Category: Repairs
What to Do When Your Manual Garage Door Won’t Open
Your garage door is likely to be one of the most used features of your property, housing your belongings and often expensive assets like cars and bikes. But it can be a huge inconvenience if your garage door won’t open manually or stops working efficiently, making it difficult to access vehicles, gym equipment or DIY […]
Wessex Garage Doors Temporary Closure
We have made the responsible decision to temporarily close Wessex Garage Doors from 24th March 2020 for an initial period of three weeks in compliance with extra COVID 19 measures. We will be making contact with as many of our customers tomorrow but in the mean time we would like to thank our customers and […]
Top Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Garage Door
Many people overlook the importance of cleaning their home’s exterior when it comes to spring cleaning, choosing to focus instead on its interior. While that’s absolutely fine, regularly maintaining your home’s exterior can not only enhance its overall look, but it can also give you the chance to regularly inspect your garage door to ensure […]
Garage Injuries: Four Common Examples
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. […]
How to deal with dents in your metal garage door
If you have a metal garage door, chances are that it is made out of aluminium or steel. These materials are used for their durability and low maintenance properties, hence their popularity. On the downside, aluminium or steel garage doors can dent easily when you knock into them by accident. While you may not be […]
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 […]
We’ve Got The Boys For The Job!
With over 100 years experience between them, our Surveyors and Installation Engineers are available to advise or put right, most if not all, garage door issues. At the planning stage our expert team can advise you on practicable door openings, best product, style and finish and we offer a free site survey guaranteeing a perfectly […]
How to fix a wonky/crooked/unbalanced up and over garage door
All garage doors are specially designed to move smoothly during operation, ensuring the perfect balance when opening and closing. If your garage door is unstable during operation or when it is in the up position, there is a significant risk that the door may fall out of the track and fall onto anything in its […]
