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How To Prepare Your Garage for the Winter

November 7, 2023 Posted in: Garage Doors

How to Prepare Your Garage for the Winter When you’re gearing up for the colder months ahead, you want to do everything you can to prepare your home for the cold and harsh elements. Part of this is making sure your garage is also well-equipped. Your garage is an extension of your home and protects your vehicle and other belongings, so it should receive the same time and attention. Here are a few tips on how to prepare your garage so it’s ready for winter.  Declutter and Organize  We tend to use our garage for much more than parking a car […]

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How to Secure Your Garage Before Going on Vacation

September 1, 2023 Posted in: Garage Doors

How to Secure Your Garage Before Going on Vacation If you’re looking forward to some well-deserved rest and relaxation on your next vacation, increase your peace of mind by taking the time to protect your garage and reduce the chance of a break-in while you’re away. A few preventive steps before vacation can help you avoid stress when you return. Keep your garage and the rest of your home safe from burglars and theft by adding garage security to your pre-vacation checklist. Here’s what you can do to protect your garage before you leave.  1. Turn on the Vacation Lock […]

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5 Warning Signs It’s Time for a New Garage Door

August 15, 2023 Posted in: Garage Door Maintenance, Garage Doors, Garage Safety

If you’re like many homeowners, you may not give much thought to your garage. It’s a place to put your car and store a few items you don’t want, need or have room for inside your house.  However, whether it’s an attached or a stand-alone structure, your garage can begin to show signs of age. An older garage can start to deteriorate, which may require a complete replacement. The door is one area that demands attention to ensure it’s functioning correctly and safely.  Leading Indicators of a Garage Door Replacement Some symptoms pointing to a garage door upgrade or total […]

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How to Open and Close Your Garage Door During a Power Outage

July 10, 2023 Posted in: Garage Door Maintenance

The greater Twin Cities area captivates many residents with its natural beauty, low cost of living and almost endless entertainment opportunities. Yet, recent climate data shows our communities also attract more intense storms. That can mean more frequent power outages that prevent you from using your garage’s opening system. When that happens, you need to know how to open your garage door without a remote opener. Crawford Door Sales has the answers you need to engage your door’s manual operation features and safely cycle it by hand. Step-By-Step Guide to Manual Garage Door Operation Follow these steps to use your door when […]

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Anatomy of a Garage Door Explained

May 11, 2023 Posted in: Garage Doors

Your garage door is an essential element in your day-to-day life. A garage door plays many roles, whether you rely on it to exit or enter your home, protect your equipment or safeguard your home or business from intruders. Although the door function may appear seamless, many components work hard to allow entrances and exits. Each element is vital to the door’s movement, and understanding how they work can ensure your door stays in the best shape. Learn what the parts of a garage door are called and how they work to lift and lower your door. How Does a […]

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How to Inspect Your Garage Door

April 27, 2023 Posted in: Garage Doors

If you’re like many homeowners, you and your family may open and close your garage door several times a day. All this wear and tear can take a toll on your door and its various operating mechanisms.  Like any mechanical object, a garage door needs regular service to keep it in peak working condition and safe to operate. You can do your part by periodically checking the door to spot potential repair issues before they become significant problems. How to Inspect a Garage Door At Crawford Door Sales, we’ve been providing expert garage door services in Minnesota’s Twin Cities region […]

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How to Choose the Right Size Garage Door

March 17, 2022 Posted in: Garage Doors

When it comes time to purchase or replace a garage door, several critical measurements ensure you’ll get the best possible door for your home, including the overall width and height. Knowing the specs of your garage and the measurements of the vehicles you’ll park inside are essential for maximizing both efficiency and convenience.  Since a new high-quality garage door will ideally last many years, you’ll want to make all the right choices the first time. Which Garage Door Size Is Right for You? Most standard garage doors are 7 feet tall. Larger sizes are available for property owners needing overhead […]

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How to Keep Your Pet Safe Around Garage Doors

November 4, 2021 Posted in: Garage Doors

As a pet parent, you do everything to keep your pets safe. You keep them away from dangerous foods and protect them from hazards. If your pets make frequent trips to your garage, you may worry about their safety around the garage door. Keep reading to learn more about the importance of garage door safety around pets and how you can keep your cats and dogs safe. Importance of Garage Door Safety Around Pets Garage doors are designed to be safe for humans and animals alike. Automatic garage doors will stop closing when the sensors detect movement, which prevents the […]

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How to Disable a Garage Door Remote if It’s Lost or Stolen

October 12, 2021 Posted in: Uncategorized

How to Disable a Garage Door Remote if It’s Lost or Stolen Your garage is an extension of your home that serves an essential purpose. Having a garage door opener with a remote makes leaving and entering your home quick and easy. However, the remote can get lost or stolen due to different circumstances, causing trouble for you. Before you worry about who has access to your home, there are many ways to secure your house quickly after your remote is lost or stolen. You can follow these steps and take preventative measures to ensure your garage, home and family […]

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How to Line Up Garage Door Sensors

September 27, 2021 Posted in: Garage Doors

How to Line Up Garage Door Sensors Garage doors are essential entryways for homes and businesses. Garage door sensors are important components that prevent emergencies and keep your door in safe operation. If your electronic sensors are out of alignment, you can troubleshoot your installations to get them back on track. What Are Garage Door Sensors? Garage door sensors communicate with automatic openers. The main purpose of a garage door sensor is to stop an overhead door from shutting on vehicles, children, pets and other objects. Residential and commercial garage doors have a minimum of two sensors, one on each side […]

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