Archive for the ‘Maintenance & Repairs’ Category

What is the best type of garage door opener: ***** drive, belt drive or chain drive?

Monday, December 12th, 2011

aboveparcan asked: I am getting a garage door installed soon. I've decided upon the door, but can't figure out the best type of opener. What is the best type of garage door opener: ***** drive, belt drive or chain drive? What is it that makes one type better than another?door manufacturer

How do i stop my locked door from opening?

Monday, April 11th, 2011

Justin M asked: On my doorknob (to my room) the door closes. However when i lock it, i can push down on the handle and the slider thing in the door inches back slightly to allow the door to open, even though it is locked. I have a feeling its ...

What kind of door knobs to you purchase for double interior doors?

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

dso116 asked: I just purchased double interior french doors for a room addition, but I can't figure out what kind of opposing door knobs I'm supposed to get. Can anyone give any hints or post a link on where i can find opposing door knobs w/ handles for double interior ...

How much would it cost to replace an apartment exterior door?

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

josh b asked: We contacted one contractor, who is also replacing our windows, and he said that he would also install a good quality door (replacing the jamb and with locks and so forth) for $1800, offering a discount as part of a bundle. $1800 seems a lot for a new ...

Door handle is broken and child lock is on. How do I fix my door handle or open the door?

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Ms Mama asked: My rear passenger door handle broke, and the child lock is on, so the door can't be opened from the inside either. All I want to do is replace the handle, which should have been so simple, but I don't know if that can be done ...

Why does the door ajar light constantly stay on in my 2003 Ford Expedition?

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

lbcali asked: All of the doors are tightly closed but the door ajar light stays lit and because of this it makes the dome lights on the inside of the truck stay lit while driving. Nothing aftermarket has been installed. My truck still has original stock everything.garage door companies

How do I stop my car door from filling up with water?

Saturday, July 17th, 2010

Thatchick06 asked: I drive a late model car and for some reason the door is filling up with water. I don't know how to fix it or even what type of "car person" to take it to. Any ideas?sliding door hardware

What is a reasonable charge to hang an interior door?

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

jumby75 asked: We would like to purchase solid core interior doors for our home. We have 10 doors that need to be replaced. We are purchasing the door only, not pre-hung, and will use the existing frame/door jamb. What is a reasonable charge to hang the doors?door entry

My sliding glass door is leaking underneath sliding door and runs to stationary door tray. Holes are unclogged

Friday, June 5th, 2009

ernman asked: When it rains through the sliding screen against the sliding door, it catches the water...then the water runs towards the stationary door tray. I've unstopped all of the holes but can't figure out how to stop the water. The door is about 4 years old, vinyl replacement door. ...

How do I keep my door from sliding down and scraping the ground?

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

darkshadow_71 asked: It seems that the door hinges loosen up and cause the door to fall slightly. How do I keep it from doing this? Thanks!ARMANDO

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