C.H.I. Overhead Doors Blog

A New Look for the Overlooked Garage Door

May 8, 2012

Finally after those long, blistery winter months spring is upon us. This means warmer weather, baseball, cookouts and of course household projects. Now is the perfect time to freshen up your home and be creative. Many of us may overlook the garage door as an area of the house that needs refreshed but there are little changes that can be done that will make a big difference to the appearance of your garage door.

Pergola – Pergolas placed above the garage door gives additional architectural interest to the home’s exterior. There are a variety of shapes to choose from and by using colored stains or paints the possibilities are endless as to the unique styles you can create.

New Swing Up Center Post by C.H.I.

April 25, 2012

C.H.I. continues to make advancements to the growing line of Commercial products. A recent new addition is another new offering that will benefit both dealers and buyers alike.

Designed to allow 2 doors to be used to enclose an exceptionally wide opening (up to 50 feet wide). The new C.H.I. Swing Up Center Post is a “universal” center post allowing it to swing either left or right from a single pivot point as standard from the factory. Its design is leaner than most current designs making it easier to handle and install, yet it is still strong enough to handle commercial/ industrial loads. It features an easy to use positive floor latching system that is both strong and dependable. The C.H.I. swing up center post has been tested extensively in house and in the field.

C.H.I. Offers Toolbox Series

April 12, 2012

C.H.I. Overhead Doors eagerly announces the release of the “Toolbox Series.” This set of books is designed to assist door professionals in every aspect of door service and installation. From basic principles to complex installations, this series offers an unparalleled amount of information in one convenient source.

New C.H.I. Dealer Website Template

April 5, 2012

C.H.I. Overhead Doors has recently designed a user-friendly website template specifically for distributors. This new template will allow users to control the content of the site as well as the ability to upload photos of their choosing with just a click of a button. We focused on keeping it simple at all levels of design to support the needs of our entire distributor family. Video tutorials, as well as, one-on-one sessions are readily available for those distributors interested in using the new website template.

The best feature of this template is that it is free! This is a great opportunity to increase market share in your area with absolutely no design cost to you.

C.H.I. Hosts Rolling Steel Training

February 14, 2012

This January the sales team at C.H.I. was involved in extensive classroom and hands-on training for the Rolling Steel product line. Classroom training focused on reading and understanding construction drawings, as well as interpreting specifications. The sales team also had the opportunity to install a rolling steel service door and fire door at the C.H.I. facility. After the four day training the sales team gained a broader understanding of the rolling steel and fire door applications.

C.H.I. Overhead Doors Unveils Accents

January 17, 2012

C.H.I. Overhead Doors recently introduced Accents to the 5216/5916 and the 5283/5983 Carriage House collection. This innovative wood grain finish achieves the natural look and warmth of wood while providing a long-lasting, maintenance-free design. Available in four distinctive wood tones: Cedar, Mahogany, Dark Oak, and Light Oak. Each selected for their distinguished wood grains and earthy color tones.

Garage Door Maintenance Tips for Winter

November 9, 2011

When it is cold and snowing outside the last thing you want to come home to is a garage door that won’t open. As we approach winter now is the ideal time to take care of your door and avoid being left out in the cold. By following these three easy steps you and your garage door will be prepared for winter.

C.H.I. Develops Appearance Package

October 18, 2011

As homeowners search for a new garage door they focus on finding a door that will best complement the exterior of their home. Not many consider how the door will look on the inside of their garage. This can be viewed as being just as important. The inside of the garage can function in many capacities, from social gatherings to business services.

C.H.I. Overhead Doors understands the importance of presenting a clean, complete look inside and out. With that in mind C.H.I. developed the Appearance Package. All hardware, including struts and tracks are powder coated in white. This is a great way for homeowners to create a complete garage door system that is not only functional but also aesthetically appealing.

C.H.I. Employees Raise Leader Dog For The Blind

October 7, 2011

Phil and Gayla Trower of C.H.I. Overhead Doors volunteer as puppy raisers for Leader Dogs for the Blind, an organization that works to breed, train and match guide dogs with people in need. Each puppy in the organization finds its way into the home of a volunteer dedicated to teaching basic obedience commands and social skills.