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Short answer: if your garage door starts to close and then reverses, or will not close at all while the opener lights blink, the safety sensors are the first thing to check. Most of the time the cause is simple. The two small units near the floor got bumped out of line, got dirty, or […]

Short answer: pick nylon rollers if you want a quieter door, especially when the garage sits next to a bedroom or living space. Pick steel rollers if the door is heavy and noise does not matter. For most homes, nylon rollers with sealed bearings are the usual choice. Whichever you choose, replace the whole set, […]

You know that annoying moment when you close your garage door, step back, and spot daylight sneaking in under the bottom?  It is frustrating, especially when cold winds, rain, leaves, or tiny critters decide to use that tiny gap as an open invitation straight into your home.  You might think your garage door is broken, […]

No, fixing a garage door spring yourself is not safe, and most manufacturers and licensed technicians recommend against it. A standard torsion spring holds anywhere from 100 to 200 pounds of tension, and releasing that tension the wrong way can cause serious injury or worse. This is one of the only garage door repairs where […]

Your garage door takes up a big chunk of your home’s exterior. When it starts looking worn out, you have two real options: remodel what you already have or pull it out and start fresh. Both can make a dramatic difference in how your home looks, but they are not the same job, they do […]

Your garage door takes up a lot of visual real estate on the front of your home. If it is outdated, faded, or just plain tired looking, a garage door remodel can change the entire feel of your property without the cost or hassle of a full replacement. This guide walks through what a garage […]