As the holiday season is the perfect time for trips and vacations, many houses are left empty for days and even weeks at a time. If you have travel plans, don’t leave your property unprotected, otherwise, you may put your home at risk. According to the latest crime statistics from the FBI, residential burglaries accounted for about 74% of the total burglary incidents reported in 2013. The data also shows that victims suffered about $4.5 billion in property losses. [Read more…]
Archives for October 2014
How to Select the Right Garage Door for Your House
Your garage door should complement the architectural style of your house but, more than that, it should provide you with protection and security. Considering this, it’s important to choose a door that is suited to your home’s style yet, at the same time, is made from durable materials that can withstand harsh forces and damaging weather conditions. [Read more…]
Why You Should Leave Garage Door Replacement to the Pros
Your garage is often a multi-functional part of the home. While it may primarily be a place for you to park your car safely, it can also serve as a storage area or, sometimes, as a part-time workshop. Some homeowners use the garage as a place for stuff that’s over-spilled from the home; gardeners use it to store their tools, seeds, fertilizers and whatnot; you may personally use it as a quiet place to pursue your hobbies. [Read more…]
How to Inspect Your Garage Door for Problems
Your automatic garage door is the first thing that welcomes you when you come home from a hard day’s work, and if it doesn’t work as smoothly as expected, it can be quite frustrating. Not only that—garage doors are also meant to keep your home secure. They’re supposed to be a line of defense against intruders so, if your automatic garage door is not working properly, burglars can easily gain access into your home. [Read more…]
Amarr Acquisition: A Strategic Move for ASSA ABLOY
ASSA ABLOY, the biggest manufacturer of innovative security and lock solutions in the world, recently acquired Amarr Garage Doors, a manufacturer and distributor of garage doors and openers, screens, and flooring. [Read more…]
