Ottawa’s summer real estate season is in full swing, with “For Sale” signs popping up alongside blooming front gardens. Local homeowners know that first impressions can make or break a sale. In fact, in summer the importance of curb appeal is even more pronounced – natural light and greenery show off your property at its best, helping it stand out in a busy market. One often-overlooked curb appeal hero is the garage door. As a dominant facade feature, a stylish, well-maintained garage door can instantly refresh a home’s look and signal that the property is cared for. Real estate surveys consistently find that upgrading a garage door yields one of the highest returns on investment at resale, as buyers place high value on a home’s exterior appearance and efficiency.
For Ottawa homeowners looking to boost curb appeal, Berintek Garage Doors has become the go-to local expert. With over 25 years of experience in the community, Berintek specializes in transforming tired garage exteriors quickly and affordably. Whether it’s installing a modern new door to give your home a facelift or adding decorative window inserts and hardware for a custom touch, their team handles it all. “A new garage door can be the differentiating feature that makes a house stand out to discerning buyers,” notes one industry report. Berintek offers a vast selection of styles – from sleek contemporary designs to classic carriage-house looks – allowing homeowners to match the door to their home’s character. And even if you’re not listing your home, an upgraded garage door provides everyday pride of ownership and enhances the neighborhood’s charm during those sunny summer days.
Ottawa summers can get hot and humid, and many homeowners are surprised at how a stuffy garage can affect their comfort. A sweltering garage isn’t just inconvenient when you’re rummaging for gardening tools – it can also raise your home’s energy costs by seeping heat into adjoining rooms. “Heat from your garage diffuses directly into your home, leading to more strain on your A/C system,” experts note. The good news is that the right garage door improvements can help keep garages cooler and even lower those cooling bills.
Berintek Garage Doors often advises clients on insulation and weatherproofing upgrades for this very reason. An insulated garage door, coupled with proper weatherstripping, serves as a barrier against the summer heat. Quality insulation doesn’t only matter in winter – it also keeps out the intense midday heat, helping the garage stay at a stable, comfortable temperature. Homeowners who spend time in their garages (for DIY projects, home gyms, or hobby workshops) especially appreciate these upgrades. Berintek’s technicians can retrofit insulation panels or recommend fully insulated door models for those looking to replace an older, uninsulated door. They also ensure tight seals around the door frames, replacing worn bottom seals and caulking any gaps, so hot air and humidity stay outside where they belong. The result is a cooler garage that in turn means less heat bleeding into the house – a relief during Ottawa’s heat waves – and potentially lower electricity use on air conditioning.
Summer is also an ideal time for general garage door maintenance. After the toll of Ottawa’s long winter and spring rains, a bit of TLC keeps your door operating safely and looking fresh through the warmer months. Berintek Garage Doors emphasizes a few key maintenance tips for homeowners:
• Clean and Inspect: Give your garage door a good wash to remove dust, pollen, and road grime. A gentle scrub and rinse will brighten the door’s appearance. (Pro tip: apply a spray-on car wax to a steel door afterwards to protect its finish) While cleaning, inspect for any paint peeling or rust spots that could be touched up to prevent deterioration.
• Lubricate Moving Parts: Hot temperatures can lead to metal expansion, which sometimes makes garage doors creak or stick. Lubricating the hinges, rollers, and tracks with a silicone or synthetic lubricant helps the door open smoothly and quietly. (Avoid using WD-40 or other penetrating oils, which attract dirt.) Regular lubrication in summer prevents unnecessary wear on the opener and hardware.
• Safety Check: Summer storms and power outages are not uncommon in the Ottawa area. It’s a great time to test that your door’s safety sensors are clean and aligned, and that the manual release cord works, so you’re not caught off guard during a thunderstorm. If the door hesitates or reverses unexpectedly, the photo-eye sensors may need adjustment – something Berintek technicians can handle quickly during a service call.
• Seal and Insulate: Examine the weatherstripping along the bottom and sides of the door. Summer heat can dry and crack older vinyl seals. Replacing them ensures a snug seal against not just heat, but also keeps out dust and pests. Likewise, if your garage isn’t insulated, consider an upgrade before peak heat hits – Berintek can install insulation or recommend insulated doors to improve comfort.
Taking these maintenance steps can extend your garage door’s lifespan and save you headaches down the road. Of course, not everyone has the time or tools to do a full tune-up. That’s where a reliable local service like Berintek is invaluable. They offer comprehensive tune-ups, repairs, and upgrades. From fixing that wobbly track or replacing a frayed spring, to programming new remote keypads or installing a whisper-quiet opener, their technicians ensure your garage door is safe and summer-ready. And because problems don’t always wait for a convenient time, Berintek provides 24/7 emergency repair service – giving Ottawa homeowners peace of mind that help is a phone call away if the garage door gets stuck at 10 PM on a hot Friday night.
What sets Berintek Garage Doors apart is its local, customer-first approach. This family-run business has built a trusted reputation in Ottawa, one garage at a time. Neighbors often recommend Berintek for their prompt, professional service – the company prides itself on same-day appointments and a friendly, knowledgeable team. “Our job’s not done until everything is working properly and you’re fully satisfied” is more than a motto; it’s reflected in their many positive reviews and returning customers. Being Ottawa-based means they understand the unique demands of the climate and housing styles here. Whether it’s an old wood door on a historic Glebe home or a modern glass-paneled door in Kanata, Berintek has seen it all and fixed it all. They use high-quality, durable parts suited for our weather, so repairs and installations hold up for the long run.
For homeowners, that expertise translates into reliability. You can confidently invest in a new opener or an upgraded door knowing it’s installed by seasoned technicians who have handled thousands of projects in our community. And during this summer season, Berintek is sweetening the deal with an exclusive promo: Ottawa residents can get $25 off any repair service, and $200 off any new garage door installation. It’s a timely offer for those who’ve been putting off a needed fix or dreaming of a style upgrade. With a discount in hand, taking care of that shaky old door or adding a sleek new one becomes even more appealing.
As Ottawa homeowners embrace the summer – whether gearing up to list their home or simply enjoying the sunshine in their own driveway – it’s clear that a little attention to the garage can go a long way. A refreshed, well-functioning garage door boosts curb appeal, keeps your home cooler, and adds convenience and safety for your family. And with local experts like Berintek Garage Doors offering quality service and seasonal savings, making these improvements becomes an easy decision. This summer, Ottawa’s garages are looking better than ever – and that’s a win for homeowners and neighborhoods alike.
