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Preventative Maintenance for Electric Gates: A Seasonal Checklist

At Abacus Garage Doors, we believe in proactive care. Our seasonal checklist is designed for homeowners, landlords, and facility managers who want to keep their electric gates running smoothly year-round. By addressing small issues early, you can prevent major breakdowns and maintain optimal performance.
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Why Is My Electric Gate Stuck Open? Quick Fixes for Sensor & Power Issues

An electric gate stuck wide open isn’t just annoying; it’s a serious security concern. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or business owner, a gate that won’t close leaves your property exposed to potential intruders, pets wandering off, or unwanted traffic, it’s a problem that demands immediate attention. Fortunately, two of the most common reasons an
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Choosing the Best Garage Door Material in 2025: Plastic, Aluminium, or Windows?

Choosing the Best Garage Door Material in 2025: Plastic, Aluminium, or Windows? In 2025, homeowners face an expanding array of garage door materials, each offering distinct advantages in durability, aesthetics, and energy efficiency. Plastic (vinyl or GRP) garage doors lead in corrosion resistance and design versatility, with composite materials like GRP mimicking woodgrain textures while
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Why Won’t My Garage Door Open or Close? (7 Common Problems & How to Fix Them)

Your garage door may be of the highest quality, but you may still experience problems opening and closing it from time to time. Whether you have a manual garage door that won’t open or an electric garage door not responding, there are several reasons why it may not be functioning properly. This guide will cover the most common issues and provide solutions to help you with garage door troubleshooting.
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Why Isn’t My Automatic Gate Opening? Troubleshooting Automatic Gate Issues

Any household with a garage would want to be able to access it with ease. Whether you have an up-and-over garage door, roller, slider or hinged electric garage doors, you want to trust that they’ll open seamlessly so that you can gather your goods inside, or safely store your vehicle when returning home. However, you may experience the garage door opener not responding, don’t worry there are a number of solutions that can help.
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Types of Gates: Discover the Best (and Worst) Options for Your Home

As homeowners or investors in property, we want our assets to remain safe and secure. Driveway gates are a fantastic way to add an extra level of privacy and protection to any building. With a variety of options available, including electric gates, manual gates and automatic gates, there is a suitable choice for every budget, specification, and style.
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