Professional Door Dealer

Operations

Operating a successful door dealership requires a broad skill set. Owners must face challenges such as determining and pricing services, working with employees and customers, staying educated, paying taxes and more. In addition, legislation concerning taxes and industry regulations are constantly updated. Door dealers need to stay in-the-know with the latest industry news and information.

Access-Control Manufacturer Linear Hosts May 22 Webinar on Social Media Research Tools

Linear LLC, a manufacturer of residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, will host its fifth dealer-focused interactive webinar, “Social Media Research Tools and Strategies,” on May 22 at 1 p.m. Eastern Time. ...More
2 days ago
Posted in News, Marketing, Operations
Professional Door Dealer Releases New Report: ‘Dive Into Commercial and Industrial Door Products’

In a new report, “Dive Into Commercial and Industrial Door Products,” Professional Door Dealer offers insight about the burgeoning demand for commercial and industrial door products. ...More
3 days ago
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Improving Markets Down Slightly in May, NAHB List Includes 258 Metros

The number of U.S. housing markets showing sustained improvement in three key measures fell slightly to 258 in May from 273 in April, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI) released this week. This total ...More
2 weeks ago
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3 Keys to Successful Crisis Management for Door Dealers

Understanding human nature and how people react to crisis is one of the fundamental keys to crisis management. By following these three suggestions, door dealers can be better prepared for an emergency. ...More
2 weeks ago
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Overhead Door Corp. Offers Enhancements to Three Garage Door Lines

Overhead Door Corp., a manufacturer of residential and commercial door products, has made enhancements to three of its garage door lines. The company created a V5 stamp that mimics the look and feel of wainscoting, which will be available on the Durafirm Collection, ...More
3 weeks ago
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Technology and Design Top Garage Door Industry Trends: Homeowners Seek Quality, Convenience and Curb Appeal

Whether it be the typical steel garage door or a fancier carriage house-style consumers are seeking, garage door dealers find keeping up with the trends and developments in the industry is crucial to operating a successful door dealership. ...More
3 weeks ago
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Keeping a Happy Team Happy: Finding the Right Balance Between Incentives and Morale at Your Door Dealership

What keeps employees happy? Bonuses and incentives are usually the most appreciated way to say "nice job." However, in a down economy, many door dealers are finding it difficult to incorporate raises and bonuses into an already lagging budget. While some dealers are finding ...More
4 weeks ago
Posted in Blog, Operations
Fagan Door in Rhode Island Offers $500 Scholarships to 2 High School Seniors

Fagan Door, a provider of garage door and opener installations and repairs in Coventry, R.I., is offering two $500 scholarships to seniors at Coventry High School. The awards will be based on academic and extracurricular accomplishments, and community involvement. ...More
4 weeks ago
Posted in News, Operations
The Value of Commercial Spring Assist Bug Blocking Doors

With summer approaching, the battle of the bugs and heat versus employee comfort returns. Door dealers can help their customers stay cool and battle the elements by offering them bug blocking spring assist doors. ...More
4 weeks ago
Posted in Articles, Operations
Upgrades to Radio Towers at Army Base Causes Garage Door Interference in Savannah, Ga.

Hundreds of homeowners in Savannah, Ga., have been locked out of their garages after a nearby military base upgraded its equipment, causing garage door openers in the area to no longer operate. ...More
5 weeks ago
Posted in News, Operations