How To Replace A Garage Door Wall Control Switch

Posted on 9 May 2017

If your garage door won't open after you press the wall button, the panel is defective. A wall button enable you to operate the door without a remote. When you press the button, it transmits a signal to the  door opener. Over time, the buttons can get damaged or wear out from much use. It is simple to replace a garage door wall control switch by following these tips. Prepare to Work [Read More]

What Can You Do To Fireproof Your Garage?

Posted on 28 April 2017

Garages can hold a lot of valuable stuff. Not only is it responsible for keeping your car safe, but it may also house other expensive machinery or valuables in storage. Store Flammables in a Cabinet There are plenty of flammable liquids that are usually stored in the garage. Any home improvement tools such as paint or varnish are potential sources of flammable goods to start a fire. Sometimes, you have extra gasoline stored in the garage. [Read More]

What To Know About Repairing Springs On Your Garage Door

Posted on 28 December 2016

When you purchased your home, you probably had the garage door inspected along with the rest of the house. Though this usually catches most issues, sometimes things like garage door springs are overlooked. You may have forgotten about it, until you woke up and the garage door would not open. That is when you probably thought about the springs and how one would likely need to be replaced. Before you get started on your garage door spring repair, consider a few things you should know. [Read More]

Troubleshooting A Garage Door That Won't Open

Posted on 7 April 2016

When your garage door stops working with the car in the garage, things can get hectic pretty quickly. It is easy to stare at the unmoving panel at the end of your garage and think that you have no choice but to call in professionals. On the other hand, you can save yourself a little bit of money by trying to do some troubleshooting on your own before you call in reinforcements. [Read More]

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Finding Better Garage Doors

After we listed our home for sale, our real estate agent told us that there might be something about our house that would hold us back: our garage door. We were a little surprised, but as soon as the first potential buyer mentioned the issue, we realized that our agent might be right. We decided to completely upgrade our garage door, and it made a huge difference. This blog is all about finding a better garage door, and what to look for in upgrades. You never know, your home might look a lot better with a brand new garage door--especially if your garage faces the street.