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Tech Savvy LiftMaster Garage Door Openers

Posted on March 5, 2015 by akerdoors

In the world of technology and phone apps, LiftMaster garage door openers are keeping up with the current times.  Being a preferred garage door dealer for LiftMaster openers,  I do admit that when all the internet tech savvy apps started being applied … Continue reading →

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North Central TR138 OAK, AR138 OAK and CHERRY

Posted on May 1, 2013 by akerdoors

THE NEW COLORS HAVE ARRIVED! North Central now offers Oak and Cherry steel in Models: TR138/AR138 & TRII/ARII. We are always very excited to offer more options to our customers. These doors can be the perfect compliment to your outdoor … Continue reading →

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March Madness

Posted on February 27, 2013 by akerdoors

March is a very busy month – St. Patricks Day, Easter, the arrival of Spring, hocky and basketball tournements. March is also a great month for garage clean up and organization. Here are 3 ideas found in Better Homes and … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Garage Door

Posted on February 12, 2013 by akerdoors

My favorite overhead door for many years has been North Central Door Company’s Model TR-138 and TR-II.  North Central is a smaller manufacturer who packs a lot of quality into their thermal line of garage doors.   I recently received a … Continue reading →

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National Safety Month

Posted on May 23, 2012 by akerdoors

The National Safety Council http://www.nsc.org has named June National Safety month for your home. I thought this would be a good time to remind us of the safety needed for and around your garage door. 1. Make sure the garage door … Continue reading →

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High Energy Efficient Garage Doors

Posted on December 23, 2011 by akerdoors

The below information is from http://www.clopaydoor.com A drafty, un-insulated garage door may not be an obvious culprit in rising monthly utility bills, but it’s worth giving it a second look if you have an attached garage. Garages are more susceptible … Continue reading →

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Painting Your Garage Door

Posted on December 1, 2011 by akerdoors

The video below is a perfect “How To” video on painting your garage door.  Watch how the hosts of  “Around The House” paint this  HAAS Thermal garage door. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wc_Y3S6ErDg&feature=youtu.be

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Cedar Door Fashion

Posted on October 5, 2011 by akerdoors

Before After          A new, rich looking cedar garage door harmonizes with the cedar siding and it’s surrounded by arched trim to echo the portico’s arch. Additional upgrades include a larger front window, bigger dormers, fresh roofing, and … Continue reading →

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Garage Doors in the kitchen

Posted on September 14, 2011 by akerdoors

Wait… what? Garage doors in the what? It’s true, folks. For those wanting to easily alternate between eating in a conditioned environment and eating al fresco, the simple choice just might be a garage door in this unlikely location.  (article … Continue reading →

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Detached Garage

Posted on May 24, 2011 by akerdoors

This article in Better Homes and Gardens takes a simple garage and makes it fabulous!  Improve the Basic Detached Garage Simple and practical, this detached garage represents a style that lives on at millions of homes. The modest two-car garage … Continue reading →

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