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For homes that have them, garage doors are a convenient and often essential part of our homes. If you’re like most homeowners, you park your vehicle inside during the winter and over the summer your garage acts as a storage space. For others, the garage becomes an extension of the home, acting as a boot

For many homeowners, their garage is a secondary entrance to their home, one they use every day. That’s why when anything goes wrong with your garage door, it can have a significant impact on your day-to-day life. A malfunctioning garage door may stem from several factors, including an off-centre pivot or damaged tracks. No matter

Unless you perform maintenance on your garage door, it won’t last as long as it could. Neglecting regular checkups might lead to a lot of expensive repairs and replacements. Maintenance is an ongoing process that will help keep your garage door in good shape over its lifespan. Regular maintenance checks on the garage door not

Automatic garage doors are convenient when they’re working. However, when they are not it can be a huge headache. You either have to adjust to parking outside, or you’ll need to call a local garage door repair company. There are many things that may go wrong with your automatic garage door, and in some cases,

Most people think a garage is only good for one thing, storing a vehicle and extra tools. However, it’s quite common now-a-days for people to utilize their extra square footage and turn it into living space. On average homeowners prefer larger garages, the bigger the better. This way they are able to house their second

As a homeowner, you may be looking for ways to reduce your energy consumption and cost. A great way to cut down on your energy bill is to consider insulating your attached garage. Because your garage door is essentially a large wall that opens and closes multiple times a day, it can let out a

If you’ve been looking for a new garage door, you’ll find there are many options to choose from. From steel to steel to vinyl to wood, what’s the best option? If you’re considering a wooden garage door, keep reading. This article will outline the key advantages and disadvantages. Advantages Below are four advantages to keep

Is your garage door making a hair-raising sound every time you open it? Not only can this be embarrassing, but it can cause long-term damage to the door as well. In this article, we’ll teach you how to fix a noisy garage door. We also give you extra tips on what you should and shouldn’t

Many benefits follow with having a garage door replacement. We understand this is an investment, and you want to pick the right one for your home. This article will highlight the benefits of a new, quality garage door. We explain how to budget, what style to look for, and things you should consider.  Why A

We've all spent a significant time at home this past year. This means many have come to prioritize their living space. Home improvement includes both the interior and exterior of the home. One highly beneficial way to boost your home's curb appeal is through a garage door makeover. This article will first outline what curb

Are you still holding off on your annual deep clean? Or maybe you've tackled the inside of your home but are forgetting the outside. Many often forget about the garage, and it can look like a wall of mismatched items. Between shovels and lawn chairs, what's the best way to organize your garage? Keep reading

Being able to open your garage door with one click of a button is a major convenience. But when the portable garage door remote stops working, it can be a hassle. It forces us to get out of the car for the epic struggle of opening the door manually. Or, running into the house, pushing

During your routine cleanups, there is one place that always needs maintenance work, and that's your garage. However, many people tend to miss the maintenance that your garage door requires. This is something that you should include in your home safety checks. When you overlook this, a lot of stress can be placed on your

When To Get Them Replaced & Why They're Important Your garage door's cables and springs play an important role in helping the door open and close. Which protects you in the process. More often than not, when your garage door needs repairing, it either has to do with the sensor, springs, or cables. A  broken

There’s nothing worse than heading out to an appointment or work and realizing your garage door isn’t working. A faulty garage door can put you into a bad mood for the rest as you try to figure out how you’re going to fix it. A pretty obvious sign that something is wrong is if the

We know you don’t want to think about winter yet. Especially with the summer we seem to be having finally. But, a little preparation now will go a long way before the snow flies. As winter begins its approach, it’s a great time to start thinking about what routine maintenance your garage door needs before

People don’t associate the words ‘overhead garage door’ and ‘home safety systems’ right away, but it might be the easiest access thieves have to enter your home. Often people will leave the door leading to their home through the garage unlocked, thinking that thieves would need an electric controller to enter the garage. Whether your

Check your garage door sensors as part of your maintenance inspections to ensure the safety of loved ones A Canadian hospital research study showed that there were 622 injuries involving overhead garage doors between 1990 and 2005. While the numbers may seem low over 15 years, most of the injuries occurred at home. Over 40%

Overhead garage door cable maintenance is an important part of fall household maintenance. When the weather is cold, no one wants to get out and fiddle with their garage door. As with many things, regular preventative maintenance will save you money and time in the long run. Checking your garage door should be put on

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