If you have been parking your car in the driveway or on the street because there is no room in your garage, then it might be time to clean your garage. Spring is the perfect season to spend time inside your garage to distinguish what to keep and what to throw away.

Guide To Spring Cleaning

As The Parker Doors & More family we’d like to share with you some tips on cleaning your garage this spring! So here we go; Spring Cleaning: Guide To Cleaning Your Garage Door.

Hazardous Chemicals

Most people store auto fluids, paints and pesticides inside the garage. This only becomes an issue if the containers become old. Old containers can crack causing leaks and fumes that can be hazardous if inhaled. They can also become fire hazards if gone unnoticed for too long. It is important to remove these items from your garage, especially if you have small children or pets. If you have a gas grill, it should be stored 10-15 feet away from your house, not in your garage. Most gas leaks you cannot see. It is better to be safe than sorry and keep the gas grill outside the garage.

Toys

If you have children, then you know that toys can be an issue. Most families store old toys in the garage so the little brothers and sisters who come after will have something to play with. By doing this, mom and dad can save money by passing down old toys instead of buying new toys. The only problem toys become outdated like anything else. So instead of reusing toys, you keep buying new toys and old toys keep stacking up in the garage. Donating your toys to organizations like The Goodwill is always a good option. But if you insist on keeping all your toys, than storing them in plastic bins will be ideal over wobbly cardboard boxes.

Gardening Tools

Ideally, you will like to store these tools on secured hooks attached to the walls throughout the garage. This allows them to be easy to access when needed and out of the way when not needed. Leaving garden tools on the floor and in corners can create clutter and hazards.

Ladders

It seems like it makes perfect sense to store a ladder against the wall. Ladders can easily tip over causing damage to your car, boat or other precious items you might have in the garage. Like gardening tools, you will like to store ladders on secured hooks, but if leaning it against the wall is your only option, make sure it is horizontal and not vertical.

Wire & Cords

Most men have a few boxes in the garage that is dedicated to old cable cords, extension cords, HDMI cords, chargers, adapters, remotes and cell phones. Or maybe you have old computers and laptops with tons of computer cords that are all outdated. There is a thin line between being prepared and being a pack rat. Take time to go through these old cords to determine what can still be used and what needs to be thrown away.

Smoke Detector

Check the batteries in your smoke detector inside your garage. We recommend you installing a smoke detector inside your garage if you do not have one already.

Leaking Car

Sometimes fluids leaking from cars can cause stains on the concrete floor inside the garage that are hard to remove. Try using cat litter or sawdust to soak up the spills. If the stain has already soaked to the floor, the us oven cleaner to try to clean the cement. Never put a rug, mat or tarp under the car to catch these leaking fluids. It is not safe and can be a fire hazard. After cleaning the garage floor, think about installing mats or rubber tiles. Not only will it make your garage look better, it will prolong the life of your concrete floors.

Go Green

Instead of buying containers for storage, you can create storage out of things you already have. Recycling old items and the definition of ‘Going Green’! You can store nails, screws and other small items in old jars.

Old pegboards are also great for storage. Not only are they a great fit, but you can see everything! No need to guess what is inside when you can see everything laid out on the pegboard. If you really want to be organized, you can have a summary on each pegboard of what is inside making it easier when trying to find a missing item.

Milk crates also make great substitutes for cardboard boxes. They are lightweight, see-through and easy to organize. If you really want to be organized, you can have a summary on each pegboard of what is inside making it easier when trying to find a missing item.

If you have an old metal garbage cans lying around, they can be recycled. They are great for storing fertilizer, dog food and other items. Remember the following items when cleaning your garage:

• Plastic Storage Totes
• Pegboards
• Milk Crates

24/7 Garage Door Repair Services

We provide emergency garage door services 24/7, 365 days a week. It doesn’t matter the location or the time, our skilled technician will arrive at your home ready to repair your garage door. All of our driver have commercial grade trucks that are fully stocked. No need to wonder if we have the right part or not. We always come prepared for any situation.

Garage Door Installation Services

Parker Doors & More has been successfully installing garage doors since 1998. We are the #1 source for quality garage door design and installation in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Our experienced technicians will help you select the best garage door for you and your home. Every door we install comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Call The Garage Door Experts

For a prompt response and quality services, call Parker Door’s & More today at (602) 870-9848! Or feel free to contact us online anytime you need to inquire of our services. We are open 24 hours a day. There is no job too big or too small. Call now!

In today’s world, everybody’s priority is to save money, especially when it comes to small projects at home. But even the most ‘handy’ individual sometimes find themselves in this dilemma: Should I hire a professional or do it myself?

Americans have an instinct of trying to fix things themselves. Some enjoy the challenge of taking on a task, or a project that they normally wouldn’t do. Homeowners are willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done, with some projects taking weeks, months or even years.

Home Improvements

Trying to ‘Do-It-Yourself (DIY) has become more popular in recent years because of how easy it is to find information. People are able to learn new skills from home improvement television shows, in-store seminars and the internet. With this new acquired knowledge, some households are not hiring a professional and are opting to try and take on the task themselves.

There is nothing wrong with pushing your boundaries, but we all have limits. You do not want to be overconfident in your skill set and fall short. A lot of times there are unexpected problems that come up and stall the progress of completing the project. A professional will be more prepared for those unexpected problems compared to doing it yourself.

Determine The Best Route

A small repair can very quickly grow into a huge repair if you are not properly equipped. Or even worse, you can obtain an injury if you do not have the proper knowledge and experience on what you are trying to fix or build. Think about the following the next time you have to decide if you should Hire A Professional or Do-It-Yourself:

Evaluate Your Skills

Before starting your home improvements, ask yourself the following: Do I like getting my clothes dirty? Do I mind getting sweaty? Do I enjoy physical labor? If you answered ‘No’ to any of these questions, then you might want to hire a professional.

Be sure you learn all of what is required for completing the project. Talk to employees at Home Depot or Lowe’s for information, review books and other reliable resources so you can have a full understanding the process and the materials needed to complete the project. As you become more knowledgeable of the project its details, take note on tasks you are not capable of completing.

Think About The Cost

Sometimes, it is not always cost efficient to Do-It-Yourself. In theory, you should be able to save money taking on a project by yourself, but if you mess up, not only will you pay for the costs of doing the project yourself, you will also have to pay to fix your mistake. Also keep in mind that contractors have access to purchase materials at a lower cost than the average home buyer and they already have the tools required to complete the job. Most homeowners will have to buy or rent tools to complete the job.

 

Make sure you shop around to get different prices on the services and products you need. The more quotes you get, the better prepared you will be. It is not necessary to hire the company or contractor with the largest ads and the nicest work trucks in the Phoenix metropolitan area, but you do want to hire a professional company who is reliable and has positive reviews online from previous customers.

Choose The Best Option

Money is not the only thing you should be thinking about when trying to decide if you should Do-It-Yourself. Your should also take into consideration the physical labor that is involved, the time it will take to complete the task and how much time you have available. If you were to hire a company, when will you be able to meet them on the job site?
Learning to complete projects and repairs yourself gives you a sense of self accomplishment as well as bragging rights and the satisfaction that comes with sharing with others what you fixed. But it is important to know when a task does not match with your skill set. Knowing when to call a professional can be the difference between creating a masterpiece and a disaster.

Garage Door Service in Phoenix, AZ

When it comes to garage door repair and garage door installation, trying to do it yourself may not be the best option. Not only does it require special tools and materials, it is necessary to have a service vehicle, such as a commercial truck or a commercial van with trailers to haul these special tools and materials that will not fit in a car.

When trying to repair or install a garage door on your own, you might need a extra person or two to help you with the job. Two or more inexperienced individuals trying to provide service on a garage door is a recipe for disaster. There are many hazards that come with repairing a garage door. The coil springs, garage door panels and repairing electrical wires can cause injury if not handled the correct way.

Call The Garage Door Experts

Parker Doors & More offers superior garage door service in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding areas. We are your ‘one-stop-shop’ for all of your garage door needs. We offer commercial and residential services and are open 24/7! We offer services to repair springs, cables, tracks and garage door openers in the East and West Valley cities in Phoenix. We offer repair and installation services on the following types of doors:

• Commercial Doors
• Residential Doors
• Wood Garage Doors
• Steel Roll Up Doors

Call (602) 870-9848 or contact us online for more information on pricing and scheduling. For over 25 years, we’ve been offering trusted garage door service all across Phoenix, Lake Havasu & parker, AZ. We offer free estimates and great discounts for new and existing customers. Our staff is fully trained, qualified and are ready to answer any of your questions. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call for more information now!

 

Garage door openers, standard on most homes since the mid-1980s, are beloved by many simply for the fact that they are incredibly convenient. Chances are, however, that you don’t give your opener much thought, unless it becomes overly loud or begins giving your problems more often than not.

Though, garage door openers have made great strides in recent years, with the best improvements made in safety and noise reduction – they, along with their components, still require routine maintenance in order to survive the pressures of your everyday life. With the proper care, your next opener will likely last for years.

Garage Door Openers: What to Look For

Drive Type

Garage door openers are available in three different drive types: chain, belt and screw. Chain-driven openers have been around for years, and still remain a popular choice among homeowners, despite the fact that they are quite noisy. Screw-driven openers are reduced noise for less expense than belt-drives.

Motor Strength

1/2-horsepower motors are best suited for standard aluminum and steel doors, whereas, 3/4-horsepower motors are capable of lifting wooden doors weighing up to 500 pounds. The best openers are those with DC power motors, which are designed to fade into the background, as they run more efficiently, and quietly. The finest openers offer battery backups in the event of a power outage.

Ceiling Height

Most standard modeled openers are capable of opening a seven (7) foot door without modification. If your door is taller than seven feet then you will need to invest in an extension kit. Make sure to talk with your garage door installer regarding this. These kits are relatively inexpensive.

Safety & Security

The garage door is just heavy enough to cause serious injury, which is why safety features on garage door openers are extremely important. Standard on all models are safety and security features such as photoelectric safety sensors, automatic reversals, rolling-code technology, and emergency manual releases.

Convenient Features

Think it can’t get much better than pushing a button to open a door? Then you haven’t seen the garage door openers available today! Making things even easier are features such as key-less entry, motion sensor overhead lights, smartphone capability, and parking assists; among others.