Monthly Archives: April 2014

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Apr 23, 2014
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Choosing a Garage Door Dealer

 

We believe that the installation of a garage door is not a do-it-yourself job. A garage door is the largest moving object in your home and because of the large number of parts, installation of a garage door is highly technical. Connecting the springs can be particularly dangerous, and proper installation is critical to the performance of your door.

Professional garage door dealer/installers can typically install a door in a few hours and are careful to make sure safety requirements are met. Installations by most homeowners typically span several days and cause much frustration. In addition, incorrect installation can void certain warranties, so we recommend a trained garage door installer to handle the job for you. One of the other services a professional garage door dealer can provide is the disposal of your old garage door if you are replacing a door.

Steich Overhead Doors Is a Leading Supplier of Garage Doors

Steich Overhead Doors is a leading supplier of residential garage doors in Montgomeryville PA and the greater SE Pennsylvania area. Our manufacturers include Amarr, Overhead Doors, Clopay, General and all the major residential overhead door manufacturers.

Proximity, 24 hour service, or dealer showroom available may be factors in determining the right dealer for you. Other factors to consider may be insurance, lead safety certification, warranties, professionalism, references, as well as dealer service and support.  We will be glad to provide you with all of this information so you can feel confident in your selection of the best garage door dealer in the area.

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Apr 16, 2014
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Garage Door Safety

One in fifteen residential garages may lack the latest garage door safety features or may not be operating properly.  Many more garage doors and openers could be showing sins of wear and tear, indications of a need for service.

One of our most trusted garage door opener suppliers is Liftmaster.  LiftMaster® has always been a leader in safety, quality and innovation and  has recently created “Don’t Chance It – Check It”, a national campaign designed to boost awareness of garage safety and encourage you to check your garage door and opener to make sure it is operating properly.

 

Give Your Garage Door and Opener a Checkup

You may not be able to see or hear it, but your garage door may not be operating properly, or even safely. Don’t Chance It. Check It. with these 3 easy steps.

 

  1. Check the sides of the garage door for properly installed Photo Eyes (black sensors) mounted no higher than 6 inches off the floor.
  2. Block the Photo Eye with an object over 6 inches tall and press the garage door opener’s close button. The door should not close.
  3. Lay a 1.5 inch-high object on the ground in the door’s path and press the close button. The door should reverse off this object.

Steich Overhead Doors, Your LiftMaster Dealer, Can Help

Once you complete the 3-Step Safety Check, if you find that your garage door is not operating properly or are unsure, contact us immediately and we will work with you to determine the most efficient and economical solution.

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Apr 1, 2014
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Wall Mount Garage Door Openers

You may not realize that there are garage door openers that can be wall mounted.  If your garage has limited ceiling space  or if you just want to free up your garage ceiling for whatever reason, you can still utilitize the latest technology in garage door openers.  Liftmaster, one of our most respected suppliers, offers this type of opener.  The Liftmaster Wall Mount Garage Door Opener mounts on the wall beside the garage door, freeing up ceiling space and is available with an optional power standby power system that continues working even when the power goes out.

 

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Connectivity

  • MyQ® technology enables you to securely monitor and control your garage door opener and houselights with your smartphone, tablet or computer.
  • Alerts can be received as email or pop-up (push) notifications on your mobile device so that you always know the status of your garage door and houselights.
  • MyQ mobile app is a free download requiring no annual activation fee.

Performance

  • P3™ Motors from LiftMaster® are reliable, durable and powerful – designed specifically for your needs
  • Ultra-quiet eliminates sound and vibration through the ceiling – perfect if you have a home with a room above or next to the garage.
  • Wall mount design frees the garage ceiling of hanging operators and rails and opens up the space for additional storage – ideal for cathedral or obstructed ceilings.
  • Remote light delivers 200 watts of light with adjustable light time delay.
  • Lifetime motor and 5-year parts warranty.

Security

  • Security+ 2.0™ safeguards your household – with every click a new code is sent to the garage door opener so that the door opens only for you.
  • Alert-2-Close warning system provides audible and visual warnings when the garage door is about to close when using MyQ technology or Timer-to-Close.
  • Motion detector activates the garage door opener lights as soon as you walk in so no more fumbling in the dark.
  • The Protector System® has safety sensors that project a light beam across the garage door opening automatically reversing the door if anything interrupts the beam.
  • Power Lock Deadbolt ensures the door cannot be forced open.

To reduce the risk of injury to persons – When the LiftMaster® Internet Gateway is used with garage door openers, the operator must be installed with sectional doors.