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Will The Condition Of Your Garage Door Affect Home Security?

There’s no denying that home security is incredibly important to keep yourself, your family and your belongings safe. Criminals will often target vulnerable homes and if you haven’t invested in any security features then the likelihood of intruders being detected and captured is significantly reduced.

Of course, when we think of security we think of intruder alarms and CCTV systems but have you considered how your garage door might be affecting your home security?

Prevention Is Better Than Detection

It goes without saying that preventing a crime is better than detecting a crime taking place and then attempting to capture the perpetrator after the crime has taken place. The key to preventing a home intrusion crime such as a burglary is to ensure that your home appears well secured.

Criminals will actively seek out a vulnerable home and if your garage door is old, damaged or broken the property can appear vulnerable. Therefore, repairing or replacing your garage door if it is broken is essential.

Investing in more advanced security features is always a good option but your first port of call should be to secure your home. Remember: the condition of your garage door will directly affect the overall security of your home!

Repair or Replace With Eastern Garage Doors

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we understand the importance of a secure garage door to protect your home against unwanted criminal attention which is why we offer garage door repairs services as well as new, secure doors.

We offer an extensive range of garage doors in a variety of styles and through quality manufacturing, you can rest assured that your new garage door will secure this entrance to your property.

For more information about our repair services or new garage doors please visit our website or contact us directly if you have any questions or queries.

Garage Door Widening: We Look After Everything from Start to Finish

If there’s one thing that’s true for everyone is that nothing ever stays the same; our lifestyles are constantly changing and that can have some unexpected consequences. A prime example of this is if you decide to buy a new car and you then find that your garage door isn’t large enough to accommodate it. You have two choices: you can leave your brand new car out on the driveway or you can invest in garage door widening.

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we specialise in garage widening and we make the entire process as simple as possible.

Ours Is the Only Number You’ll Need

The problem that many people will face is the need for construction work and the complications that this can involve.

-    There’s no need to call in separate builders to complete the work as we organise all of this for you.
-    You won’t have to worry about coordinating each element of the project as we bring in our own builders and organise our timing accordingly.

We offer affordable garage doors and simple, efficient garage door widening services; there’s no need to call anyone else!

We Support You Every Step of the Way

A change in lifestyle can often have unforeseen consequences and if you need your garage door widening as a result of getting a new car or vehicle, you’re in the right place! Here at Eastern Garage Doors we specialise in the provision of high quality garage doors and we’ll support you throughout the entire process.

If you would like more information about our services or products, please visit our website or get in touch with us directly if you have any questions or queries. A member of our friendly team will be happy to help!

Sit Back and Relax: Maintenance Free Finish Garage Doors

We all want our home’s to look their best and meet our practical needs but sometimes with the time constraints and incredibly long to-do list, maintaining a home is easier than done. Your garden needs near constant attention; your bedroom redecoration is long overdue and… let’s not even mention the condition of the carpets in the kids’ rooms.

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we understand that family life is stressful and that you’ve got much more important things to do than maintain your garage door which is why we’ve developed our maintenance free finish.

Keep Your Home Secure With Your Garage

Your garage door plays an important role in your home security so it’s important that it’s in good condition to keep your home secure.

A new maintenance free garage door is the perfect way to improve your home security without any unnecessary hassle. When your garage door appears old and neglected, it looks vulnerable and with so many expensive items stored in a garage, a vulnerable garage door is a thief’s dream.

Luckily, when you come to Eastern Garage Doors you won’t have to worry about the finish on your door deteriorating and attracting criminal attention.

Improve Your Curb Appeal to Sell Your Home

If you’re looking to sell your home, then you need to think about how your home appears to potential buyers and you need to start with your curb appeal.

First impressions are everything when it comes to selling your home and the exterior of your home is the first thing that a buyer will see. Do you think a beautiful new garage door with a quality finish or a neglected, old and tatty door would make the best first impression?

At Eastern Garage Doors we have a huge range of garage doors to choose from to help your secure your home and improve your curb appeal. For more information please don’t hesitate to browse our site or get in touch directly on 0800 230 0986.

How to Get Your Home Looking Great For Spring!

Now that spring is finally on the way, a lot of us will start thinking about making essential home improvements to get our homes ready for the spring and summer months. As we look forward to family BBQs and lounging out in the sun, we realise that we should probably start to get our homes in shape!

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we understand the toll that winter can take on the exterior of our homes so we’ve put together a handy guide to help you get your home ready for the sun:

Windows:

With spring on the way we’re hoping to see some sunshine but if you want your home to be filled with natural light then you’d better get your windows cleaned.

The endless rain and freezing conditions can result in surprisingly dirty windows and until the sun starts shining, you probably won’t have noticed! Get your windows cleaned inside and out to make the most of the forthcoming sunshine.

Garden:

If you want to entertain guests and enjoy playing with your kids outdoors, then it’s time to sort out your garden. Once again, the extreme weather of winter will have taken its toll on your garden so get your gardening gloves on now to have it ready in time for the first BBQ of the year.

Garage Door:

The front of your home is the first thing that visitors will see; unfortunately, maintaining the appearance of your garage probably wasn’t at the top of your list of things to do when the snow was piled high.

A new garage door with a maintenance free finish is the best way to make and keep your home looking great all year round.

Guttering:

Where did you think all of the leaves, dirt and debris would end up as we endured the gale force winds and torrents of rain? Your guttering of course! It’s fairly common for guttering to become blocked or broken and now that the weather’s easing up, it’s time to inspect the damage and make repairs.

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we can’t help you with your windows or your guttering but we’re the perfect place to come for your new maintenance free garage door. For more information about our range of doors, please visit our website or contact us directly on 0800 230 0986.

Is Your Garage Door Really That Important To Your Home?

When you think about the condition of your home you may start with the interior design and then start thinking about your garden but chances are that your garage door will be fairly low on your list of priorities. Considering the essential role that your garage door plays in the function of your home, it’s surprising that so many of think so little of it!

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we understand the significance of your garage door and if you’re sat thinking ‘Is my garage door really that important?’ then here’s your answer:

Security

Criminals will activity search for the most vulnerable home to target as the easier it is to enter a home, the less likely it is that they will be detected or caught.

Factors like poor quality front doors and broken windows will make a home appear vulnerable; one of the biggest factors, of course, is your garage door. If you garage door is damaged or broken, it will draw unwanted attention to your home and increase the likelihood of your home becoming a victim of crime.

Curb Appeal

Estate agents will often talk about ‘curb appeal’ when discussing the value of your home and the likelihood of potential buyers being interested. Of course, it doesn’t matter whether you’re trying to sell your home or not, if your garage door is old and dilapidated then the aesthetics of the exterior of your home will greatly suffer!

Energy Efficiency

If your energy bills are a little higher than you’d like then you need to take a second look at the energy efficiency of your home. Did you know that if your garage door doesn’t meet high standards of quality, it could be having a negative impact on your energy efficiency?

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we specialise in the provision of high quality garage doors and with such a huge range to choose from, you’re sure to find a door that meets your individual needs. Please visit our site for more information and get in touch if you have any questions or would like additional information.

Quality Comes As Standard: High Security 10 Year Guarantee

When you’re making home improvements, it’s essential that quality is your priority at all times; after all, what’s the point in making ‘improvements’ if you’re left with shoddy results that are worse than when you started?

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we are experts in the supply and installation of high quality garage doors that can improve more than just the look of your home.

Energy Efficiency

Investing in a high quality garage door can actually improve the energy efficiency of your home. By trapping the heat inside your home, you will be spending less to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the day.

Improving your energy efficiency can reduce your energy bills and your carbon footprint!

Home Security

Windows and doors are prime entry points for criminals and your garage door is no exception! A substandard garage door can actually attract unwanted attention and if the door isn’t secure, it provides a burglar with the perfect, easy to use access point to your home.

Our garage doors are highly secure and even come with a high security 10 year guarantee.

Trust Experts Installers

It’s all very well investing in high quality, superior standard garage doors but if they’re not installed correctly, you may as well have kept your old door.

At Eastern Garage Doors we guarantee to provide professional installers that work to the highest standards when installing your new garage door. Our years of experience ensure that you will only receive the very best customer service alongside our outstanding products.

If you would like more information about our garage doors and installation services, please do not hesitate to browse our site; you’ll find a wealth of information that can help you find the perfect door for your home. Alternatively, if you have any questions or queries just get in touch with a member of our friendly team today.

Eastern Garage Door Repairs: We Can Replace Any Part

A garage door is far more important to our home than a lot of us realise; it has a significant effect on the visual appearance your home and of course, secures and protects your vehicle or other possessions from prying eyes and the harsh weather. Here at Eastern Garage Doors we are passionate about garage doors and offer an impressive range of doors to choose from.

Your Garage Door: To Replace or Repair?

Unfortunately, with daily wear and tear and constant exposure to the elements you garage door can be become worn or damaged. Replacing a garage door can be expensive and often unnecessary; why not look into having your garage door repaired before spending money unnecessarily on a replacement?

Don’t Put Up With It, Repair It!

A lot of us will experience a problem with our garage door but will put it to the back of our minds but you don’t have to put up with a damaged or broken garage door when having it repaired is both simple and affordable.

At Eastern Garage Doors we can replace any garage door part and our team of expert engineers complete all repair work to only the highest standards. Our team are qualified to supply and fit parts from manufacturers including:

-    Cardale
-    Hormann
-    Wessex
-    Henderson

Sometimes replacing your garage door isn’t the best option and if your garage door is damaged then a repair job could be the perfect solution. At Eastern Garage Door our aim is to make it easy and affordable to have a fully functional, visually attractive garage door that meets all of your requirements.

Why not browse our site for more information about our repair work or to have a look at the variety of new garage doors available? If you have any questions then our friendly team will be more than happy to help, just get in touch.

Improve Your Curb Appeal: Increase the Value of Your Home

When you’re thinking about moving home, it’s important to start thinking about the value of your existing one. You may have spent many happy years building wonderful memories in your house but estate agents will only be interested in the monetary value of the property. Potential buyers will critically review your home and decide whether it would be a good place to build their family.

Here at Eastern Garage Doors we understand how important it is to consider every aspect of your home and how it effects your property’s ‘curb appeal’. Your garage door will have an overwhelming effect on the overall look of your home and if your garage door isn’t quite looking its best then your home won’t be either.

Choose a Style That Complements Your Home

It’s very important to consider the style and look of your home when choosing a garage door. Choose correctly and your home will look refreshed and enhanced but if you choose incorrectly, the look of your home will be disjointed and confused. Luckily, at Eastern Garage you’ll have an incredible choice of doors so you’re sure to find a design that fits with your home. We stock a range of doors from a variety of manufacturers including:

• SWS
• Gliderol
• Alluguard
• Novoferm
• Wessex
• Woodrite

Quality as Standard

When buying from a brochure it can be difficult to truly gauge the quality of a product but you’ll never have to worry about that when you come to us at Eastern Garage Doors. We only stock the highest quality doors from reputable manufacturers so you can rest assured that when it comes to us, quality comes as standard.

Why not browse our site for more information and get started on improving your curb appeal today?

Are Your Old Garage Doors Increasing Your Bills?

Your garage doors are something that you look at every single day. They might be getting on a bit but since they look ok, and you can get in and out just fine, then there’s no reason to replace them, right?

Wrong! While function is a pretty vital factor when it comes to garage doors, the fact that they are another entrance to your home means that your old garage doors can be having some negative impacts on a variety of your bills and home costs.

Energy Bills

Old garage doors may not meet current energy efficiency expectations and are often poorly insulated, sometimes designed to be as cheap as possible back when effective insulation was seen as an unnecessary expense.

Now thanks to recent advances in technology and our great prices, you can get a fantastically insulated garage door for your home that doesn’t cost the earth but will save you considerable amounts on your heating bills.

Maintenance Costs

The action on your up & over garage door might be feeling pretty stiff, or your automated garage door system might sometimes judder and need a bit of a kick to get going again, but this can end up being more than just a mild annoyance.

The older your garage doors the more you might find yourself maintaining them. Whether it’s painting wooden doors or having professional maintenance work done on your old automatic system, these costs can add up.

Insurance Costs

Now, this is a grey area as all insurance companies are different. But if, for example, you start parking your car in a garage as opposed to on the road or driveway due to having a more secure door then your car insurance company could reduce your premiums as a result. There’s no guarantee, but always shop around and find that best deal!

Thanks to our fantastic prices here at Eastern Garage Doors installing new doors doesn’t have to be an expensive venture, and they can make a massive impact on bills and home To discuss more of our options for garage doors in Huntingdon, just call us on 0800 230 0986 for a free quotation.

Home Security: How Important Is Your Garage Door?

As a homeowner you’re likely to be aware that during the winter months your home is much more vulnerable to burglary; in fact, the risk of being a victim of burglary rises by 63% at this time of year. It’s an unfortunate situation in which the dark and long nights give thieves the perfect opportunity to get their hands on the Christmas presents you’ve worked so hard to buy.

Home security is essential to protect your home, your family and your possessions against criminal activity. Here at Eastern Garage Doors we specialise in garage doors in Huntingdon and we urge homeowners to take steps to improve security before it is too late. Many of us don’t realise, however, how important our garage door is as part of our security.

Secure All Entry Points

You wouldn’t go to bed without locking your windows or doors and if your front door was broken, in the interests of security, you’d get it fixed immediately so why don’t we think of our garage door in the same way?

If your garage door is left unsecured or broken, this presents a criminal with an easy point of entry to your home. It’s essential that you keep your garage door locked and secure throughout the day and night.

Your Garage Door Could Be Attracting Attention

A criminal will always look for a vulnerable home that will be easy to enter without being detected and your garage door could be attracting criminals for this very reason. A dilapidated or broken garage door will make your home appear vulnerable and could, therefore, be seen as an easy target for criminals.

To reduce the risk of burglary, repair or replace your garage door; here at Eastern Garage Doors we have a range of great garage doors at affordable prices. It’s never been easier to replace your garage door and improve your home security.

Why not browse our site for more information about our collection of garage doors? Alternatively, if you have any questions or would like additional information, feel free to contact us directly.