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Nine Easy Tips to Seasonal Safety

Outside Awareness

  1. Prior to creating your wintery oasis, ensure that all decorations selected for outside display are designed for outside use.  Although you may want to use indoor and outdoor lights interchangeably, they are designed to work in certain environments.  For example, outside lights are able to withstand windy conditions whereas indoor lights are safety tested to prevent overloading your Christmas trees.
  2. When selecting which electrical cord is best suited for your decorating arrangement, be sure to inspect its insulation to ensure the wrapping is intact.  If the protective covering becomes separated from the wires, you can run the risk of possibly causing a power shortage, starting a fire or creating a shock hazard than can cause serious injuries.
  3. All outdoor lights and electric decorations should be plugged into circuits protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).  The GFCI helps to thwart electrocution by monitoring the electricity flowing in an out of a circuit and will automatically turn off the power if it detects an irregularity.

Inside Considerations

  1. If you choose candles as a means of creating seasonal ambiance, be sure to keep in mind that they should never be placed near anything that can easily catch fire to include books, bedding, curtains, carpets, etc.
  2. Should your household have the tradition of using a real tree, be sure to water it daily.  Dry or brittle needles combined with damaged lights can be recipe for fire.  Please keep in mind that the larger the tree, the more water needed to maintain its lush appearance, fresh pine fragrance and avoid a potential fire hazard.
  3. Typically we would encourage you to recycle however, when it comes to gift wrap, simply throw it away as opposed to discarding it into your fireplace.  The reason being is because, when burned, these metals can either set off unexpected sparks – similar to those of fireworks – or create airborne particulates which can expose your family to range of health risks.

Things to Keep in Mind

  1. Inflatables and other major appliances – such as your 20’ pre-lit, outdoor snow globe – should only be plugged directly into a dedicated socket.  This important step will ensure enough power is available without overloading your entire system.
  1. Relying heavily on extension cords is a clear indication that you need additional outlets.  Having a qualified professional address your needs is a lot less stressful and less expensive than realizing and addressing an issue after a major catastrophe.
  2. Refrain from keeping outside and inside holiday lights on when you are not home or when you head to bed.  By turning lights off, you are choosing to save energy and extend the lifespan of your decorations.

Your family and friends at the Overhead Door Company of Western Kentucky wish you and yours a merry and bright holiday season and thank you again for putting your faith in us!

(270) 554-5162

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Weather Ready Garage Door

As the seasons will be changing, we recommend a little checkup of your garage door. Along with routine maintenance, weather ready options are a great way to prepare for the colder temperatures!

 

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Extra Space

If organizing the garage has been on your To Do list, today is a great day to start! Find extra space you never knew you had with a few simple solutions and a little creativity.

 

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Garage Makeover Ideas

Have you seen pictures of organized and design forward spaces? Do you dream of bringing those elements into your garage? It’s time for a garage makeover.

 

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Spring Cleaning

Spring is here, and that often means a little spring cleaning is on the agenda. While indoor dusting and outdoor raking may be obvious places to start, the garage and shed are generally overlooked. Don’t make that mistake again this year.

 

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Garage Wish List

Do you generally have great hopes of completing all sorts of projects once the temperatures begin to fall outside? Do you feel like you usually come up a bit short? Perhaps some involve working out in that cold and dreary garage of yours. You should be building plans for that garage wish list, and at Overhead Door Company of Western Kentucky™, we are here to help you find just the right garage door.

 

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New Year

A New Year with Overhead Door™

Have you been thinking about your household projects for the new year? Maybe you are looking to become a new homeowner in Western Kentucky. Whenever you are in search of garage project resources, quality products, or professional services our team at Overhead Door Company of Western Kentucky™ is ready for you. Even if you aren’t sure what some of those projects may be yet, stick with us as we share different tips and ideas throughout the year.

 

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Be Winter Prepared with Overhead Door™

Are your kids ready to have the first snowball fight of the season? Are you ready to bundle up? Is your home ready to withstand the colder temps? It may feel like a chore some days, but you know the sooner the better when it is time to be winter prepared. We have a few tips for you!

 

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Winterize Your Garage

While it is still warm outside, it is time for winter preparation. All it takes is an afternoon, and you can prevent frozen pipes and leaking cold air in your garage. Temperatures will be dropping sooner than you think. Follow our quick guide to winterize your garage. Read more

Building regulations

Building Regulations

When you bought your house, you knew you would eventually need more storage space. Did that include thinking about building a garage or shed? Or even a carport? You will likely need a permit for that. You need to know every aspect of the Kentucky building regulations, permits, and laws before beginning.

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