A beeping garage door opener is your system’s way of signaling that something needs attention. The most common reasons are power or battery backup issues, safety sensor problems and service reminders. Finding the cause quickly will help you ensure smooth operation and avoid unexpected repairs. If your garage door opener is beeping every 30 seconds, […]
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Should I Repair or Replace My Garage Door?
Your garage door is more than just a convenient entryway – it’s a crucial part of your home’s security, curb appeal, and energy efficiency. But like any mechanical system, it experiences wear and tear over time. So, when problems arise, how do you decide whether to repair or replace your garage door? Deluxe Door Systems, […]
The Dangers of DIY Garage Door Repair
We get it – the DIY spirit is strong, and tackling home repairs can be satisfying and save money. But when it comes to your garage door, some repairs are best left to the professionals. While seemingly straightforward, garage door repair can be surprisingly dangerous if you lack the proper knowledge, tools, and experience. Deluxe […]
Why Won’t My Garage Door Open? Troubleshooting Common Issues
Garage Door Frozen Shut? Deluxe Door Systems Thaws Out Common Problems It’s a chilly morning, you hit the button to open your garage door, and…nothing. A frustrating scenario, to be sure! But before you give up and call someone out to fix your garage door, let’s troubleshoot some common reasons why your garage door might […]
Extend the Life of Your Garage Door with Regular Maintenance
Your garage door is a workhorse, opening and closing countless times a year. But just like your car needs regular tune-ups, your garage door needs routine maintenance to ensure it continues to operate smoothly, safely, and efficiently for years to come. Deluxe Door Systems, your trusted garage door partner in Columbus, Ohio, is here to […]
Insulated vs. Non-Insulated Garage Doors: What’s the Difference?
When it’s time to replace your garage door, one of the key decisions you’ll face is whether to choose an insulated or non-insulated model. While both offer protection from the elements, insulated garage doors provide a range of benefits that can significantly impact your home’s comfort, energy efficiency, and even your wallet. Deluxe Door Systems, […]
Choosing the Right Garage Door Opener for Your Home
Your garage door opener is more than just a button pusher; it’s a crucial component that ensures the safe, smooth, and reliable operation of your garage door. But with a variety of openers available, how do you choose the right one for your Columbus home? Deluxe Door Systems, your local garage door experts, is here […]
Garage Door Making Noise? Here’s What It Could Mean.
Is your garage door sounding like a haunted house? Those groans, squeaks, and bangs aren’t just annoying – they’re warning signs that something’s not right. A noisy garage door is often a sign of wear and tear, and ignoring it can lead to more serious problems (and a bigger repair bill) down the road. But […]
Pro Garage Insulation Installers: Enhancing Comfort and Energy Efficiency
Garage insulation is often overlooked, but it plays a crucial role in enhancing comfort and energy efficiency in your home. Whether you use your garage as a workshop, storage space, or simply to park your car, proper insulation can make a significant difference. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of garage insulation, the best […]
Most Energy Efficient Garage Doors: Best Options for Maximum Insulation and Savings
When it comes to enhancing your home’s energy efficiency, garage doors often get overlooked. However, an energy-efficient garage door can significantly impact your home’s comfort and energy bills. In this guide, we will explore the most energy efficient garage doors, the benefits of proper insulation, and tips for choosing the best option for your home. […]
Exploring Standard Garage Door Heights: A Necessary Consideration for Homeowners
Often overlooked in the grand scheme of home design, garage doors play a pivotal role in aesthetics and functionality. They safeguard our vehicles and belongings and contribute significantly to our homes’ curb appeal. Amidst the garage door market choices, one fundamental aspect stands out: standard garage door heights. This article delves into the importance of […]
How to Insulate a Garage Door for Maximum Efficiency: Step-by-Step Guide
Insulating your garage door can significantly reduce energy bills, protect your belongings from extreme temperatures, and even soften outdoor noise. Whether you’re dealing with a residential or commercial garage door, this guide will walk you through the process of garage door insulation. What is Garage Door Insulation? Garage door insulation involves adding a layer of […]
How to Remove and Prevent Garage Door Rust: Essential Tips and Solutions
Dealing with rust on your garage door is more than just an eyesore—it can compromise the structural integrity and function of the door. Addressing garage door rust promptly and effectively is crucial to maintaining your garage door’s appearance and longevity. This comprehensive guide will help you understand how to remove rust from your garage door, […]
Common Garage Door Sizes and Dimensions For Your Residential Garage Doors
If you’re pondering the perfect fit for your home, ponder no more. Garage door sizes play a pivotal role in your residence’s overall aesthetic and functionality. Understanding dimensions is essential for everything from single-car sanctuaries to double-car domains. But have you considered the benefits of oversized options or the allure of customized sizes that cater […]
Home Improvement Projects: How to Change Garage Door Opener?
If you own a home in Columbus or Central Ohio, did you know that upgrading your garage door opener can increase your property value by up to 4%? Imagine the convenience and added security a new deluxe door system can bring to your daily routine. But where do you start when it comes to changing […]
Manually Open and Close Garage Door: How to Open Garage Door Without Power?
So, you find yourself with powerless garage doors – not the most convenient situation. But fear not. There are ways to tackle this issue with finesse. Picture this: you’re standing before your garage doors, wondering how you’ll open it without power. Here’s a hint: it involves a clever Emergency Release Cord mechanism. But that’s just […]
Why Invest in Clopay Garage Doors
We’re pretty picky when it comes to the products we carry. Because ultimately, our business does better when we make customers happy. And customers are most happy when they rarely have to see our faces because their garage door looks timeless and opens like butter. You are probably already familiar with the garage opener brand […]
Why We Install LiftMaster Garage Door Openers
Is your old garage door opener on its last legs? It might be time to consider a replacement, and if you’re looking for reliability, advanced technology, and great value, LiftMaster garage door openers are the best choice. If we were a smart but horrible garage door company, we’d install a mediocre garage door opener that […]
Troubleshooting the Halfway Hitch: Why Your Garage Door Won’t Close Completely
Is your garage door playing hard to close? It can be frustrating and, more importantly, a potential security risk. Let’s explore some common reasons why your garage door won’t close all the way. If any of these feel too big for your britches… or if you’d just rather leave it up to us garage door […]
How to Reprogram Your Garage Door Keypad
Your garage door keypad is a convenient and secure way to access your garage without the need for keys or a remote control. However, there are times when you may need to reprogram it, whether you’ve forgotten the code or want to enhance security. (Or, as we’ve heard from homeowners, sometimes it just stops working!?) […]
How to Fix a Squeaky Garage Door
Prepping for Cold Weather and Squeaky Garage Door Springs As the colder months approach, ensuring that your garage door operates smoothly becomes even more crucial. A well-maintained garage door not only provides convenience but also helps keep your home energy-efficient by preventing cold drafts from entering. One common issue many homeowners face during winter is […]
Garage Door Opener Beeping After Power Outage
You know how it goes. You hear a click. The whole house goes dark. You scramble for a flash light. You wonder if the frozen peas stand a chance. Then the heavens open and you hear the beep of electricity come back. *The crowd cheers.* (So do the peas.) Only…… the beeping doesn’t stop. It’s […]
5 Storage Tips To Declutter Your Chaotic Garage
If your garage is feeling cluttered and chaotic, here’s 5 tried and true storage tips that will help you whip that garage into shape for the summer fun ahead. Remember to continually check in with what’s working for you and what’s not. We are all about getting your garage door all fresh and pretty with […]
Get More Bang For Your Tax Refund Bucks
If you’re looking to make a real improvement to your house’s overall look & feel, a new garage door can really do wonders. Here’s a few reasons why you should invest In a new garage door with your tax refund. If you’re looking to improve your home’s curb appeal, lower your energy bills, and up […]
How to Reset Your Garage Door After Power Outage
Power outages can often leave you with an unresponsive garage door. If that happens, here are some tips on how you can manually use the garage door in a power outage and how to reset a garage door after regaining power. Please proceed with utmost caution! You should NEVER have to use brute force to […]
Frozen: Garage Door Edition
Many of us know Frozen: The Movie, but if you’ve ever lived in Ohio throughout the winter, there’s a chance you’ve been acquainted with Frozen: The Garage Door. Not sure of your garage door is truly frozen? Some telltale signs of your garage door being frozen to the concrete are if ice or snow are […]
Day or Night, Naughty or Nice, We Got Your Garage Door Repair Covered!
While Santa may see you when you’re sleeping and knows when you’re awake, you know when your garage door is being naughty or nice. No matter the time of day this winter, we are just a phone call away from any emergency repair you need, such as: And the best news is – we’ve seen […]
Winter-Proofing Your Garage Door
Don’t let the fall weather fool you! Winter is well on its way, so that means it is time to prep your garage doors for the chilly season, schedule needed repairs, and hopefully keep any new repair needs at bay. By winter-proofing your garage door, you can create a more comfortable space while also protecting […]
Garage Door Repair: When To DIY & When To Call A Professional
Whether your garage door is making strange noises or won’t open, your first instinct may be to grab your toolbox and attempt the repairs yourself. After all, DIYing can save you money, and nothing beats the satisfaction of a successful home repair. However, some garage door repairs can be dangerous and are best left to […]
Old Made New: Farmhouse Style Garage Doors
Welcome to the home of Allie and Ryan Lundeen, a couple who has been spending the past decade transforming this 120 year-old property into their forever home, complete with additions of a great room, an outdoor patio oasis, and an attached garage. As beautiful as it all came out to be, the garage building process […]
We got one word for you: Bridgeport.
Meet the latest Clopay trendsetter: Bridgeport-style doors. These Shaker-style doors have all that you could want: Touches of Tradition and Modern. These doors showcase clean lines that are highlighted on a combo of traditional symmetry of wood stile and rail door designs. Tailored Options. Two distinct recessed panels are available to find the perfect design […]
Why Clopay Garage Doors Matter
You don’t shop for a new garage door on Amazon. That big of an investment requires some research, some thought, and the polling of many neighbors and friends to soak up their garage-door-wisdom. Then you probably mull over the four classic garage door pre-purchase questions: What kind of garage door is high-quality but isn’t over-the-top […]
Garage Door Replacement Named #1 Investment of 2021
Every year, the Cost vs. Value Report compares average costs for 22 remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale in 150 U.S. markets. And every year, Garage Door Replacement easily makes the top 5. And this year, Garage Door Replacement landed the gold-medal, all-hail-the-victor top spot – #1. Why is a Garage […]
Garage Door Not Closing
When your grumpy garage door is being sort of “stuck up” and not closing, there’s a good chance it’s one of these problems. Garage door opener batteries might be dead. Before you get too deep in the weeds trouble-shooting, tackle the easiest possibility first and check your batteries to see if your garage door remote […]
8 Most Common Garage Door Repairs
Check out the top 8 garage door repair issues we run into each year. Any of these sound familiar? If so, our 24/7 Garage Door Repair Pros are here to help get you back on track (quite literally). We do Garage Door Repair in and around the Columbus area, from Hilliard to Pickerington, Bexley to […]
Garage Door is Stuck
Winter is here. It’s prime time for garage doors to get grumpy, and our team of 24/7 Columbus Garage Door Repair Experts are ready to go. One of the most common problems we see this time of year – besides broken garage door springs – are stuck garage doors. We paired up with our friends […]
$99 GARAGE DOOR TUNE-UP | PREVENT MAJOR WINTER REPAIRS
If your garage door is being a drama-queen now — it’s only gonna get worse when the cold hits. Maybe it’s cranky and clanky.Or it’s making annoying screeching sounds while acting all….. up and down.Or maybe when you need your garage door to do something, it’s just…… “stuck up.” (Get it?) In all seriousness, the reason we […]
RESTAURANT GARAGE DOORS
The new Gahanna “Sports Bar for Foodies” The sports bar scene and brewery boom in Columbus has kept us busy installing glass restaurant garage doors the last 5 years. And business isn’t slowing down. On June 27th, SuperChef’s founder Darnell Ferguson launched his newest restaurant venture – Stadium Sports Bar – in Gahanna’s Creekside Plaza. He refers […]
CHOOSING THE RIGHT GARAGE DOOR STYLE
Choosing a new garage door might seem a little overwhelming at first. What style will look good on my house? And how do I know for sure the color will be right? The good news is, we’ve got some different styles to show you, along with some helpful ways you can have peace of mind when purchasing a […]
“FIXER UPPER” STYLE | GARAGE DOOR TRENDS
“Fixer Upper,” the HGTV phenomenon, has been sweeping the nation with Chip and Joanna Gaines’ inspired decor. Here’s how you can get their farmhouse-friendly style in your own home. The Fixer Upper Style This year Clopay is introducing a “Fixer Upper” garage door. What makes it amazing? It’s all in the gray stain color and Mahogany overlays. In […]
HOW TO SET YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPENER LIMITS
There are a lot of garage door repairs that you can’t do, but we found one that you may be able to tackle. A good option is checking the owner’s manual for instructions on how to set your garage door limits. If that doesn’t work or you can’t find it, either call us or just keep […]
GARAGE DOOR REPLACEMENT RANKED #1 FOR ROI
It’s so close to spring, and that means for all of you who are thinking about upgrading some things around your home – NOW’S THE TIME! We’ve got a pretty great idea for you, and there’s sound logic to back it up. By all means, plant some flowers, paint the exterior of your house, and […]
WOOD GARAGE DOOR REPAIR
Wood garage doors have a grounding, warming effect on a house. So much of our modern design has so much metal incorporated, and people are continuously using wood to warm up the interior and exterior of their homes. That may be the reason you have a wood garage door, or it could be that back […]
REPLACE YOUR GARAGE DOOR PANEL OR BUY A NEW DOOR?
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Nobody likes spending extra money when they don’t have to. So if you’ve only damaged one part of your garage door… don’t panic. A lot of people don’t know, but often you can simply buy a replacement section to repair your door, instead of replacing the whole thing. […]
FAUX WOOD GARAGE DOORS THAT LOOK REALISTIC | NEW GARAGE DOORS
Deluxe Door Systems recently installed a new faux wood garage door in Galena that looks absolutely stunning (as you can see). The Clopay Canyon Ridge collection is always a go-to for homeowners who love the look of swing-out doors but the practicality of a garage door that opens up and down. They’re easily customizable with windows […]
OLD-FASHIONED GARAGE DOOR WITH NEW-FASHIONED QUALITY
Old-fashioned charm will never go away. Something about it reminds you of trips to the grandparents’ house, chocolate chip cookies, and in general…HOME. It’s a beautiful thing when your house can calm you down, even before you pull your car in the garage. If your garage door tends to make you cringe, it may be […]
CAPE COD STYLE GARAGE DOOR
It’s summertime, and many of you may be taking a charming beach vacation. It’s natural for us to wish we had that beach feel all year round, but the good news is – we can. All it takes is some Cape Cod style. Obviously as a garage door company, we’ve got to tell you about our […]
OUTDOOR PATIO IDEAS | GARAGE DOOR PARTITIONS
You’ll want to check out this awesome game day outdoor patio idea. Maybe it’s too big and bold for your taste, but maybe it’s exactly what you’re looking for. Who doesn’t want a temperature controlled outdoor living space? In this cool Houzz find, you can see that homeowners got creative with garage doors. Instead of […]
MY GARAGE DOOR JUST CRASHED TO THE GROUND
You want the bad news first? The bad news is that you can’t repair this on your own, and unfortunately it isn’t something you can ignore. Your garage door repair MUST be taken care of when your garage door just falls to the ground. The good news is we’re 99% sure we know what the […]
LUBRICANT TIPS FOR COLD GARAGE DOORS
Well, it’s cold again. We sometimes get cranky about the cold weather, and garage doors do too. That’s when we normally grab the lubricant and spray like mad. Nobody wants to get home one day and find the garage door just won’t move. But here’s a lubricant tip some people forget: When it gets cold, […]
FIX YOUR UNEVEN, JERKY GARAGE DOOR
There are a lot of things that feel a little uneven in your life, and your garage door shouldn’t be one of those things you’re still trying to balance at the end of the day. If there is a little gap at the bottom of your garage door on one side, or your garage door […]
HOW TO SET A TEMPORARY PIN FOR YOUR GARAGE DOOR KEYPAD
This time of year is an in-and-out time for families. So many people are traveling during the holidays, so it’s important to know how to set a temporary pin for your garage door keypad. Setting a temporary pin can be a really big help when you are leaving for a day and need someone to […]
GARAGE DOOR STUCK AFTER A POWER OUTAGE?
When your garage door is stuck after a power outage, your whole day can suffer. Summer storms hit, your garage door opener gets caught in the crossfire, and before you know it, your car is being held hostage by your garage. While it stinks to have your garage door stuck open because of safety issues, […]
REPAIR MALFUNCTIONING GARAGE DOOR SENSOR
With kids in and out for basketball practice, endless strands of Christmas lights and cords, and the dog running in and out of the garage, your garage door sensors can get knocked around pretty easily. The good news is that they’re also easy to put back in place. We found a great step-by-step way to […]
MY GARAGE DOOR OPENER LIGHT ISN’T WORKING | GARAGE DOOR REPAIR
As if winter isn’t depressing enough, it’s even worse when you walk into the garage at 6pm and the garage door light doesn’t work. Your first and obvious thought is “I wonder if the bulb is out”. But it might be more than that. If your garage door opener light is not working even after […]
COLUMBUS SHAKER STYLE GARAGE DOORS
We only sell Clopay garage doors at Deluxe Door Systems, because we believe they’re the best out there. And when Clopay announces a brand new garage door that has their Intellicore® insulation with a new look, we geek out a bit. Because they never let us down in quality or look. Three layers of steel for energy […]
BARN GARAGE DOORS COLUMBUS | THE NEW “BARNDOMINIUM”
In Season 3 of the HGTV show Fixer Upper, duo Chip & Joanna Gaines remodeled a barndominium, or “barndo.” And – as with anything Chip and Jo touch, it turned to gold. The trend grew in popularity. Now barndominiums are sweeping the nation, including right here in Columbus and Central Ohio. What is a barndominium? A barndominium […]