Your garage door is not just a functional element of your home; it's also a prominent feature that contributes to your property's curb appeal. Over time, exposure to the outdoor elements can leave your garage door looking dull and dirty. Fortunately, giving it a thorough wash can breathe new life into its appearance. Here's a step by step guide on how to wash your garage door and enhance its appearance!

1. Gather Your Supplies:
Before you start, gather the necessary supplies You will need a bucket, mild detergent or car wash soap, a soft sponge or brush, a garden hose (do not use a pressure washer) and a ladder if your garage is tall.

2. Inspect The Surface:
Begin by inspecting your garage door for any visible damage or loose paint. Addressing these issues before washing ensures a more effective cleaning result.

3. Remove Cobwebs And Debris:
Use a broom or a brush to sweep away cobwebs, dust, and any loose debris from the surface of your garage door. Doing this will help prevent scratching your door during washing.

4. Mix A Cleaning Solution:
In a bucket mix a solution of mild detergent or car wash soap with water. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they can damage the paint or finish of your garage door.

5. Start Washing From Top To Bottom:
Dip your sponge or brush into the soapy water and begin washing the entire surface of your garage door from top to bottom. Pay special attention to areas that have accumulated grime or stains. 

6. Rinse With A Garden Hose:
Once you have scrubbed down the entire surface, rinse your garage door with a garden hose. Ensure that all soap residue is washed away leaving behind a clean and streak free finish.

7. Dry With A Soft Cloth:
After rinsing , use a soft cloth to dry your garage door. This will help prevent water spots and ensure a polished look.

8. Wax For Extra Protection:
If you want to provide additional protection to your garage door apply a coat of automotive wax. This can help shield the surface from the elements and maintain its shine.

9. Regular Maintenance:
Make a habit of washing your garage door periodically to keep it looking its best. Regular maintenance not only enhances the curb appeal of your home but it also contributes to the longevity of the garage door!

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Maintaining your garage door with regular lubrication is a simple yet essential task that can significantly impact its performance and longevity. In this comprehensive guide, we will dive into the importance of lubricating your garage door components and provide step by step instructions to ensure a smooth and silent operation.

Why Lubrication Matters:

1. Reduced Friction and Wear
Lubrication minimizes friction between moving parts, reducing wear and tear on components such as rollers, hinges and torsion springs.

2. Quiet Operation
Proper lubrication results in a quieter garage door eliminating squeaks and creaks that can be disruptive.

3. Enhanced Lifespan
Regular lubrication can extend the lifespan of your garage door components , saving you money on costly repairs and replacements.

Step By Step Guide to Garage Door Lubrication

1. Gather Your Supplies
Ensure you have a silicone based lubricant, a clean cloth, and safety gear such as gloves and safety glasses.

2. Disconnect The Opener
For safety, disconnect the garage door opener to prevent any accidental movements during lubrication.

3. Inspect and Clean
Thoroughly inspect the rollers, hinges, springs and other moving parts for any dirt or debris. Clean these areas using a clean cloth.

4. Apply Lubricant
Apply the silicone based lubricant to the moving parts. Make sure you focus on rollers, hinges, torsion springs, and the openers chain or screw drive.

5. Wipe Excess Lubricant 
After applying the lubricant, wipe away and excess to prevent attracting dirt and debris.

6. Lubricate Weather Stripping
Don't forget to apply a silicone based lubricant to the exterior weather stripping around the door to maintain flexibility and prevent cracking.

7. Test The Door
Operate the garage door a few times to allow the lubricant to spread evenly across all moving parts.

8. Reconnect The Opener
Once you have confirmed smooth operation , reconnect the garage door opener.

Conclusion

Regularly lubricating your garage door is a small investment of time that pays off with a quieter, smoother, and longer lasting garage door. By following this step by step guide , you'll not only ensure optimal performance but also contribute to the overall well being of your garage door. Make lubrication a part of your routine maintenance, and your garage door will thank you with years of reliable service. 

It's been quite a while since the last time we posted; things have really been that busy. We are grateful and incredibly honoured too once again be awarded with the best of winners with Homestars. As we continue to expand our business we remain dedicated to our roots. Great quality, top of the line customer service and fair prices. It seems as though the industry grows with new installers and pop up businesses with under cut prices but one thing has always remained true our customers always choose to come back and refer their family and friends and that's what keeps a business like Direct Overhead Doors in the front line.. 
So this year the award goes to all of you wonderful Direct customers! Thank you for another wonderful year!

The weather has been AMAZING!! Not even spring more like Summer which is GREAT!
But with the weather getting better and as all the snow and debris has cleared away you notice you look at your home and it doesn't quite shine... Your Garage is 70% of the front of your home and can greatly impact the curb appeal  cleaning your garage door will also give you a chance to inspect the mechanisms of the door and make sure that everything is running properly. By taking the time to wash off the dirt and clean out the tracks, you will ultimately prolong the life of your door.

I get asked a lot how do I maintain the look of my new garage doors?
As the weather is getting better its as simple as grabbing a bucket with some soap (the same soap you use to wash your car is recommended) and wiping down the exterior and interior with a cloth and than hose it all down.

I also suggest lubricating the rollers, hinges, and springs with WD40. This will ensure a smooth running door.

While your there I'm sure like me you've collected debris and cardboard from all that online shopping. Take the time to declutter, sweep, and empty out your garage to get the full effect.

The overhead space in your garage will dictate whether you will need standard or low headroom tracks.

To simplify-- overhead space is the space between the top of the garage door and the ceiling of your garage when on the inside 

Why is this important?
1. Mainly Price- standard tracks are included in all of our New Garage door installation; but if you do require low headroom tracks it will cost an additional $75 per door as we need to install a dual track system to accommodate your door to go up.
2. When shopping for garage door quotes its always better to have this measurement as it will give you a more accurate quote when calling around 

Give Direct Overhead Doors a call at 416-882-3695
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I get asked a lot why weather seal is a good option and important to have so below you will find some key points.

What is Weatherseal?
Its the vinyl seal that goes around the garage door that stops all outside elements from going inside the garage.


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Why install weather seal?
There's a lot of reasons to have weather seal around your garage door
-it keeps your garage cool in the summer
-warmer in the winter
-prevents critters from entering 
-no wind noise in the garage 
-keeps rain out
-stops the snow from drifting in 
-helps your garage door operate smoother as it prevents the door from rattling

These reasons are just some of the benefits of installing weather seal. You can buy this at your local home store or buy from an authorized garage door supplier. This can be a DIY project or we can install one when putting in your New Garage Door. Call us 416-882-3695 ​

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