A squeaking or often screeching garage door is one of the most annoying problems and most homeowners are so annoyed that they pick up their tool bag to try and fix it. However, where do you start? A squeaking garage door is a sure sign that your garage door lacks maintenance. Fortunately, if you know [...]
Do you think it is time to refresh your old garage door with a new garage door type look? Regardless of how worn out or run down your garage door looks there are things you can do to give it a unique look. However, the new look only addresses the garage door’s cosmetic concerns if [...]
Garage doors are a convenience, but if something goes wrong, they can become a significant inconvenience. While we all take garage doors for granted, the fact is that like all machines if not maintained; they will eventually fail. Usually, a garage door will breakdown when you least expect it, so not only is it an [...]
You might be looking at your garage door every time you go out and saying something to the effect of “I should replace this door.” Many times this thought is triggered by the door’s cosmetic defect, which can range from wear to it not fitting in with the rest of the home. Other times it [...]
In most homes space is at a premium and if that is the case with your home, then you’re probably wondering if part of the garage can be used to install a dryer or washer. Also, if you’re asking this question, then we’ll go out on a limb and assume that the garage isn’t being [...]
Many homeowners overlook the importance of lighting in their homes. A garage door that looks beautiful can end up doing a lot to improving the curb appeal of your home. After all, a garage door is an extension of the home’s exterior, and it reflects upon how well you take care of the home or [...]
We use our garage doors every day, and multiple times a day. For many of us, it is the main entrance to our homes, and the remote offers an extremely convenient way of getting in. However, after a few thousand users, your garage door remote may need to be replaced. It may also have to [...]
We have all had to deal with a noisy garage door. So, we can all relate to the problem often associated with the noise of often rumbling, rattling, and loud whirring. The noise is often experienced each time the door moves down or up. Many people may feel that something is breaking or perhaps even [...]
Do you have a garage door opener dating back several decades? We know that’s an extreme case, but just in case it is then it is time to replace it. Not only because it is old, but there are several other reasons to consider replacing it as we’ll examine in this article. Helps to Improve [...]
When looking at the overall curb appeal of the house there are multiple elements such as materials used in the exterior finish of the house and landscaping that come into the picture. But, the use of color also plays a vital role. Details like the trim color, the exterior being brick, vinyl, etc have an [...]
