When most people think of garage doors, they think of the doors, the opener, the remove, and maybe the tracks. Yes— garage door systems have lots of parts and there are more we haven’t named. In this post, we’re talking about hinges, specifically broken garage door hinges. Keep reading to learn more about types of […]
Garage doors are one of those things in your home that you don’t really think about until it starts making obnoxious noises. When your garage door starts making funky noises listen to it. Schedule an appointment with a garage door pro to go out and inspect your door. They’ll identify any fixable problems or let […]
No matter which type of springs your door has, one thing is certain— all springs eventually need to be replaced. Practicing proper maintenance will keep them in good condition and help you get the most life out of them as possible but you shouldn’t extend them to the point of danger. You may be asking […]
When we purchase a new home, we take inventory of what we see. Do we like how it looks, will the layout work for us, is the kitchen big enough, etc. One thing we usually don’t pay attention to is what type of garage door opener is installed, as long as it works it’s fine. […]
Getting a new garage door is an exciting purchase, especially if you have a front-facing door. Garage doors are a huge surface! Any change to them will have a major impact on the look of your home. If you’ve become immune to the sound of the door opening and closing you’ll notice how quiet it […]
It’s easy to overlook the condition of your garage door. As long as it opens and closes, it’s doing what it’s supposed to do even if it looks like it’s struggling a bit. With so many other things to manage, garage door concerns often get pushed further down the to-do list. But garage doors are […]
Garage doors have changed over the years. In some way, they’re very much the same and in others they’re different. One thing that has changed is how many choices are available in garage door openers. Back in the day, everyone had chain drive openers, today you can choose from several types of openers. In this […]
For many of us, our garages house more than just our vehicles. Our garage can also be a workshop, storage unit, gym, or media room. Regardless of which role it plays, it’s important to keep the elements out and one of the most damaging elements to any part of our home is water. Water can […]
Your garage is one of the biggest rooms in your house. It’s also the biggest entrance into your home. Like front doors and patio doors, garage doors can help improve the energy efficiency of your home. Insulated garage doors can help regulate the temperature and reduce the stress on your heating and cooling systems. This […]
Have you seen the cables on your garage door? Probably not. Cables aren’t something that stand out when you look at a garage door system but they serve a key function. In this post, Garage Door Cables 101, we’re giving you a full rundown on the different types of garage door cables, causes of failure, […]