With winter on the way, it’s never been more important to make sure your garage door is working properly. Garage door malfunctions during the cold, rainy months can cause interior flooding, and increased energy bills due to heat leaks, and make your home vulnerable to security threats when the sun sets earlier than at any…
When you think about garage door maintenance, are you overwhelmed by burden or motivated to git er’ done? If your answer is somewhere in the middle, consider that only a properly-maintained garage door can withstand the test of time. However, what exactly constitutes garage door maintenance, and what should you prioritize? Nothing actually lasts forever,…
The DIY trend has swept the nation and shows no signs of slowing down. Everything from home decor to home repairs has become fair game for those with the willingness and stamina to complete these projects with their own two hands. While the do-it-yourself attitude is commendable, it can also get individuals into trouble. The…
On your home-related to-do list, we’re guessing “garage door replacement” is somewhere near the middle. You know it’s important, you know it’s been too long and your door has outlived its usefulness, but there’s just so much else to complete. However, we’re here to tell you that prioritizing your garage door replacement is not only…
If you allow your pet to spend time indoors as well as outdoors, you probably let him out in one of two ways: by opening the door, or by installing a swinging pet door in one of your entrances so he can move freely. While letting your pup or kitty out manually allows you to…
While you may be familiar with the various ways in which your garage door makes your life easier, you may not immediately be able to call to mind the function of every moving part. However, understanding how your garage door works can be instrumental in completing your own troubleshooting projects and articulating to garage door…
If the hinges on your garage door have grown old and worn out, or are making squeaking sounds when the door opens or closes, you may need to replace your hinges. The task is fairly simple but requires a basic understanding of the way garage door hinges work and how to properly remove and re-install…
It’s officially Spring, and now more than ever, little feet will be pitter-pattering in and outside your home. The weather is warm, your kids are excited to run free after a winter of being cooped up inside, and you’re concerned about their safety. One particular area of your home deserves extra attention when it comes…
Here at Ponderosa Garage Doors, we understand that your home is an incredibly personal asset. Making investments in your property, whether they include repair, maintenance, or new installation, requires careful review and discussions with your family. If you are in a position to make updates or repairs to your home, we want to you to…
If you have ever settled into your car with the intention of backing it out of your garage, or stood outside your garage, opener in hand, all without any door movement, you’re probably wondering what’s wrong. The following tips can help you troubleshoot a garage door that won’t open, whatever the problem may be….
CRASH! BOOM!
The house is shaking. Your mind is racing. It sounds like a tornado touched down on your roof. What just happened? As you struggle not to go into sensory overload, you realize a tree has fallen on your home.
Every year Vancouver and Portland are buffeted by storms. Wind and water bring down hundreds of the region’s trees during the course of the year. These normally gentle giants can shatter windows and rip through roofs and walls….
When you open your garage manually, the door can sometimes detach from the trolley on the carriage. Don’t worry, it’s one of our most popular service questions. This can happen if the power goes out during operation or other system malfunctions occur with the garage door or the opener. Fortunately, the solution is quite simple…
