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According to the FBI, there is a burglary every 22.6 seconds in the US. Nearly 80% of those burglaries occur during the day when you are at work or out running errands.
Your garage door is an often overlooked area of your home when it comes to security, but is a primary point of interest for a thief. Neglecting your garage door security can be a mistake that could put your family and property at risk. Here are some tips from The Door Company to help keep you safe.
Adding a driveway gate to your home property can increase the value of your home by as much as 5%. If you are already thinking about getting a gate for your home, it’s important to think about design, functionality and the contractor before making a decision. The choices you make will have a meaningful impact on the lifespan of your gate and future value of your home. To help you make the right choices, here is The Door Company’s complete guide to buying a driveway gate.
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Recently, there has been a surge of garage door scams. Fake companies exploit homeowners with exorbiant charges for unnecessary parts and services. Keep reading to learn how to identify garage door scams when they happen, and how to protect your loved ones and secure your home.
In response to this consumer alert, garage door trade associations including the International Door Association (IDA) and the Doors and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) have put out multiple videos that inform you on the scam, then tell you how to identify the marketing and identify the scammers.
If the company asks for money upfront or for you to pay in cash, beware of them.
These scammers aren’t just walking around and knocking on doors. They are developing websites and advertising their services like any legitimate business. There are ways to identify these fake businesses by looking at their advertising, checking their website and calling the company up by phone. View the following video for more specific information.
Make sure that the garage door business you choose is accredited by IDA or IDEA legitimately before booking an appointment. If you aren’t sure, call the company directly. There are certain ways that these scammers have to act on the phone in order to get your business. View the video below for more information on how to identify a scammer by talking to them over the phone.
These scammers are very smart. Most of their information will line up, but if you take the above videos into consideration, you should be able to spot them. If not, when they get to your home, make sure that you ask for a written estimate and an explanation of the services provided before they begin their work. You should receive a valid invoice and any warranties associated with the new installed parts. If the company asks for money upfront or for you to pay in cash, beware of them.
The Door Company has been working with homeowners and businesses in the state of California for over 30 years and we pass all the tests. If you need emergency garage door service, contact the company you can count on.
When you typically think of large, automatic gates for a home, your first thoughts are toward the rich and famous. You envision a mansion or a ranch somewhere with a long driveway that leads you to a large house at the top of a small hill. While it is common for larger estates to have an automatic driveway gate, houses of all price ranges and sizes are beginning to install automated gates as a way to improve curb appeal and increase return on investment on the sale of their home.
If you are looking for a new commercial garage door for your business, there many factors to consider. What is the purpose of your door? Will you use it to store vehicles, load and unload equipment or is it just for foot traffic? Make sure you know exactly what types of features you need in order to choose the best commercial garage door for your business needs.
