A Chilly Garage, a Surprising Energy Bill, and a Real Solution In early January, one of our longtime customers in northeast Lincoln noticed a significant rise in her heating bill. Her home felt comfortable, but every time she stepped into the garage, it felt like she was walking into a freezer. Cold air was seeping […]
Garage Door Weather Stripping: Keeping Lincoln Homes Warm in Winter Read More »
One spring morning in Lincoln, Nebraska, we received a call from a concerned homeowner who had been experiencing repeated issues with her garage door. The door would stick halfway when closing, and the garage door opener produced an unusual straining noise each time it attempted to operate the system. At first glance, many would suspect
What to Include in a Garage Door Framing Inspection in Lincoln, NE Read More »
Every winter, the residents of Lincoln, Nebraska, face a familiar challenge: keeping snow, ice, and frigid air out of their garages. One of our customers in northeast Lincoln experienced this firsthand. Their garage door had a deteriorated bottom seal and faulty door weather stripping, which allowed snow to drift inside during a blizzard. This resulted
Weather Sealing in Lincoln, NE: Garage Door Tips for Snow and Storms Read More »
Keeping your home comfortable throughout the year in Lincoln, Nebraska, is no easy task. Winters can bring frigid temperatures, while the summer sun can turn your garage into a sweltering box. One of our recent clients in the Havelock area learned this firsthand when their old wooden garage door began to warp and leave wide
Garage Door Replacement and Energy Efficiency Tips for Lincoln, NE Homes Read More »
When the Johnson family in Lincoln, NE, faced a harsh winter morning only to find their garage door completely frozen shut and their opener unresponsive, they knew it was time for a serious upgrade. Like many homeowners, they had ignored the signs, squeaky tracks, slow openers, and a door that looked more outdated with each
New Garage Door Installation: What You Need to Know Before You Buy Read More »
The Winter Jammed Garage Door Dilemma One cold February morning, we got an emergency call from a family in northeast Lincoln. Their garage door was completely stuck. The tracks were frozen, the springs had snapped under pressure, and their garage door opener refused to budge. The family was trapped inside a car they couldn’t move,
Best Time of Year for New Garage Door Installation: A Homeowner’s Guide Read More »
When a local Lincoln business contacted us about their large commercial roll-up garage door malfunctioning, we knew time was critical. The steel rolling sheet door, over 16 feet wide, had completely stopped working, trapping delivery vehicles and halting business operations. After a thorough site check, we discovered that the existing light-duty opener model was not
Choosing the Right Roll-Up Garage Door Opener: What Nebraska Should Know Read More »
Last June in Lincoln, a homeowner contacted Salt Creek Garage Doors with a rising concern her garage had become unbearably hot. The garage, attached to her home, had turned into a heat trap, with temperatures soaring past 100°F, affecting not only her car but also the comfort and cooling costs inside her house. Our inspection
Prepping for Summer: Why Nebraska Should Upgrade to Insulated Garage Doors Now Read More »
Expert insights from Salt Creek Garage Doors – Serving Lincoln, NE & Surrounding Areas When Mrs. Thompson in Lincoln, NE, decided to upgrade her aging garage door last year, she didn’t expect to be facing major issues just months after installation. Her new door panels began to warp, the torsion springs made loud popping noises,
Understanding Warranties Before Your Residential Garage Door Installation Read More »
