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Garage door openers are essential components of any garage, providing convenience, safety, and security. Whether you're a homeowner or business owner, selecting a suitable opener is crucial to ensure smooth and reliable operation. With various types, power...

When choosing a new garage door, homeowners should consider not only the new door’s material, but also its advanced features, such as locks, smart home integration, and more. For some homeowners, the best option may be a door with a retractable garage door screen,...

Automatic garage door openers have several advantages over traditional, manual garage doors, including the ability to open and close the door without exiting your car. Like any mechanical system, however, automatic garage doors can break down, especially if...

Garage doors are available in several different materials, including aluminum, steel, fiberglass, vinyl, and wood. Different materials have strengths and weaknesses, varying on metrics such as versatility, durability, maintenance requirements, and cost. Wood garage...

When the topic of garage door optimization comes up, most people consider their garage door's composition first and, and openers second. Despite this, the type and specifications of your garage door opener are important and can make or break a garage door setup....

When selecting materials for your new garage door, choose the material that best fits your budget, lifestyle, location, and home. With so many options for garage door materials available, glass is often overlooked as...

For homeowners with young children, garage door safety might not be at the top of your list of priorities, but it is important. With more than 30,000 people injured by garage doors each year, garage door safety is essential, especially when children are involved....

As a homeowner, you’re always looking for ways to maximize square footage. Finding unique, cost-effective ways to better utilize your space can add value to your house or add to your home’s functionality. Adding a garage door screen to your garage is one of the best...

Are you in the market for a new home? Inspecting the garage closely when shopping around goes a long way. Your garage might not seem like a big selling point initially, but garages are integral to your home experience. Because many prospective home buyers are not as...

Snow and ice are hallmarks of winter weather and can cause severe damage to the home. There are several potential issues homeowners need to know. For example, a significant snow pileup can cause roof damage and flooding. However, homeowners should also be aware of ice...

There are many reasons why replacing your home’s garage door is worthwhile. With a new garage door, you can give your home a fresh look, optimize the function of your garage, and enjoy updated design features. Installing a new garage door can also have a positive...

Whether it’s the entrance to your home or a business operation, garage doors are often the primary entrance. This entrance is subject to constant and consistent use, so you should ensure each piece of hardware is functioning to avoid dangerous malfunctions. The common...

Don’t let your day get derailed by winter weather. Your garage door is often the main entrance to your home or workspace and needs to be protected from snow, ice, and wind. Why Insulate Your Garage Door? There are several reasons you should consider insulating your...

As weather gets colder and autumn fun is replaced by wintertime chill, many home and business owners are looking to begin off-season maintenance projects. One of the most popular projects we see around this time of year is garage door installation and repair. However,...

If you're shopping around for garage doors, you've probably been asked by your construction professional whether you’re looking for an insulated or non-insulated garage door. When our clients are making their decision, they often ask our advice on whether insulated...

Your garage door plays an important role in your home or business’s curb appeal, and its aesthetic should complement the building. If you redo your siding or repaint your house, you should also update your garage door to match. Thankfully, learning to paint your...

Garage doors may be noisy for a variety of different reasons, like loose hardware, worn rollers, or certain parts in the door that need lubrication. Spending a few hours a year on maintenance for your garage door will keep it functioning properly, smoothly, and...