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Why does accreditation matter?

Many trades have professional accreditations and the garage door industry is no exception.

At AJS Garage Doors we are delighted to be a member of the Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) which represents – amongst others – manufacturers and installers of …

Why use a professional garage door installer?

So you’ve finally realised your tatty, ill-fitting garage door needs replacing. You know what style, colour and finish you want and you’ve found some great offers. All you need now is to sit down with a cup of tea, have …

A potted history of the garage door

With today’s incredible choice of colours, sizes and styles the modern garage door can be an important aesthetic addition to any home or commercial property. Of course, ultimately though it is still a humble door designed to protect the contents …

Why choose a new garage door?

Apart from the blindingly obvious – the door is broken or warped – there are many other reasons to invest in the latest garage doors.

Here we have compiled a list of reasons to update your door:

It can increase the value …

Beat the British weather with an awning

As unlikely as it may seem right now, it won’t be long before the evenings start to draw out, the thermometer starts to creep up and the great outdoors beckons.  With this in mind now is a great time to …

Latest garage door trends

There is no denying that Americans love their cars. It follows therefore that when looking at the latest trends and innovations in garage doors it’s worth seeing what our friends over the pond are up to.

Colour seems to be a …

Gates of the rich and famous

Fancy gates don’t need to be the preserve of the rich and famous. That said can you guess which wealthy and/or famous residents live (or lived) behind these gates?

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(photo credit letchworthgc.com)

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(photo credit heart.co.uk)

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(photo credit www.mostexpensive.co.uk)

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(photo credit flickr.com)

Of course, stunning gates …

What is a sectional garage door?

Sectional garage doors are an incredibly popular choice with home owners for a myriad of reasons. As the name suggests they are made up of individual sections (rather than a single panel) and open vertically. This means you can pull …

Why choose a side-hinged garage door?

Side-hinged garage doors are perfect for those who require simple access to their garage. Many people who go for the side-hinged option do not keep a vehicle in their garage but instead want regular access to children’s toys, gardening equipment, …

Time for a garage door upgrade?

A new garage door may not be top of your shopping list but have you taken a look at your current one recently? Is it looking a bit worse for wear? Could it do with a bit of TLC or …