Garage Door Maintenance for Atlanta Home Owners
Spring is here, and everyone is ready to spruce up their home. Atlanta can be a difficult place for allergy sufferers to tackle large outdoor projects this time of year. Many home owners use this as a great time to catch up on some indoor spring cleaning. We’re all accustomed to hearing about checking the batteries in our smoke detectors to make sure our homes and families are protected, but did you know that most manufacturers recommend checking for safe operation of your garage door and opener once a month? Read on a for an general overview of the recommended monthly safety checks for your garage door.
1. Springs, Rollers, Cables, and Tracks
Visually inspect the springs, rollers, cables and tracks for any sign of wear or damage. Cables should appear taut and with no fraying. Springs should be one continuous coil with no breaks or gaps. All rollers should be able to travel freely inside the tracks. Tracks should be free of any obstructions. Springs and cables are under extreme pressure, as they take most of the weight of the door. Only a professional should attempt cable or spring repair or replacement.
2. Lubrication
This step is the easiest way to keep your garage door running smoothly and quietly. We recommend using a spray lubricant on all moving parts of your door, avoiding any plastic parts. Manufacturer recommendations can vary, and most garage door manuals will offer specific guideline for your garage door or opener.
3. Garage Door Balance
Garage doors can be quite hefty, with some tipping the scales at hundreds of pounds. All garage doors have a spring system to counter-balance that weight and make it functional. To check for proper balance, start with the garage door in the closed position. Disengage the opener by pulling the emergency release. You should then be able to easily lift your garage door. If it’s difficult or heavy to lift, your garage door opener could be receiving unnecessary wear and tear. We recommend scheduling a service call as soon as it’s convenient if yours feels heavy.
Always consult your owner’s manual for your garage door and opener for manufacturer specific instructions on maintaining your system. Most companies offer online resources for finding the appropriate manual for your model. We also offer service plans and reasonably priced repair and maintenance services. For more information about our garage door services in the metro Atlanta area, please contact us online, or call us at 678-714-7393.
Oak Summmit Carriage Style Garage Doors in Metro Atlanta. Models 1, 2, 3000.
Old time fashion blends with modern materials in Amarr’s Oak Summit line of steel garage doors. Available for installation in the Atlanta area, these doors feature the style of carriage house doors without the price tag. Personalization is easy with over 70 styles to choose from. Choose from 3 colors, 3 panel designs and numerous decorative glass options to complement the style of your home. Model 3000 is also available in a dark wood grain finish, and with insulated glass. Many home owners in the Atlanta area add decorative hardware to the Oak Summit line to achieve the same look as a custom wood garage door, at a fraction of the price.
Color
 Dark Wood Grain |
 White |
 Sandtone |
 Almond |
Panel Styles
 Recessed |
 Raised |
 Bead Board |
Decratrim – Long
 Clear |
 Cathedral |
 Cascade |
 Prairie |
 Sunray |
 Wagonwheel |
 Waterford |
 Stockton |
 Moonlite |
 Thames |
 Arched Thames |
Decraglass – Long
 Prairie V-Bevel |
 Chalet |
 Riviera Frosted |
 Heartland |
 Witchita |
 Harvest |
 Allegro |
 Metro |
 Tempo |
 Rosette |
 Arabesque |
 Trellis |
Rust Resistant Aluminum Hardware
 Canterbury Handles |
 Canterbury Hinge |
 Canterbury Knocker |
 Versailles Handles |
 Versailles L Hinge |
 Versailles Hinge |
Stamped Steel Hardware
 Alpine |
 Amarr Lock |
 Blue Ridge Handles |
 Blue Ridge Hinge |
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Amarr offers a warranty on both the parts/hardware and the finish of the garage doors. A 15 year, 25 year or lifetime warranty (depending on the model) covers the paint finish, and a 1, 2, or 3 year warranty on the hardware is provided by the manufacturer. We always back our work by offering a solid labor warranty, as well.
While many garage doors are available for same day installation in the metro Atlanta area, you may want to allow some extra time when considering a more customized garage door for your home. Some of the options above may require a lead time of a week or more. Contact us for a specific time frame regarding your choice of garage door.
As always, we are pleased to be able to provide free estimates for installations of new garage doors. If you’re in the metro Atlanta area, and would like pricing or more information on installing a new Oak Summit garage door, please call us at 678-714-7393, or contact us using the form below.
Amarr Stratford Garage Door Model 1000, 2000. Available for Installation In The Atlanta Area
Stratford Garage Door
Amarr’s Stratford model steel garage door is another great example of a versatile, basic door. Made from 25 gauge steel formed into a raised panel design, these doors look appealing and perform well in any home. Different options available enable home owners to personalize their new garage door to match the home’s exterior. Amarr offers a 15 or 25 year warranty on the paint finish of the doors, and a 1 or 2 year warranty for the hardware. We also provide a solid labor warranty on garage door installations.
Insulation
Adding a layer of polystyrene insulation can not only add to the energy efficiency of a new garage door, it can make the operation of the door quieter as well. Amarr’s insulation option gives their Stratford model garage door a R-value of 6.84.
Color
3 Colors are available for models 1000 and 2000. We offer painting services as well, to ensure your garage door matches your home the way you like it.
 White |
 Sandtone |
 Almond |
Panel Design
 Long Panel |
 Short Panel |
Window Options
Decratrim – Short
 Clear Glass |
 Cathedral |
 Cascade |
 Prairie |
 Sunray |
 Wagonwheel |
 Waterford |
 Stockton |
 Full Sunray |
Decratrim – Long
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Clear |
Cathedral |
Cascade |
Prairie |
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Sunray |
Wagonwheel |
Waterford |
Stockton |
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Moonlite |
Thames |
Arched Thames |
 Full Sunray |
Decraglass – Short
 Prairie V-Bevel |
 Chalet |
 Riviera Frosted |
 Heartland |
 Witchita |
 Harvest |
 Allegro |
 Metro |
 Tempo |
 Rosette |
 Arabesque |
 Trellis |
Decraglass – Long
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Prairie V-Bevel |
Chalet |
Riviera Frosted |
Heartland |
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Witchita |
Harvest |
Allegro |
Metro |
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Tempo |
Rosette |
Arabesque |
Trellis |
Using color choice, decorative window options, and panel lengths, many different styles can be achieved.
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If you’re considering replacing your old garage door, please contact us at 678-714-7393. We always provide free estimates for new garage door installations in the metro Atlanta area.