The idea that their garage door can be hacked is disturbing to many homeowners. They trust the garage door to keep not only their property safe, but their family as well. Is it possible to use a simple device to gain entry behind a remote-controlled garage door? What can be done to stop criminals from … Read more
An attached garage is one of the least efficient areas of any home construction. In fact, many of them do not have much insulation on the exterior walls at all. Instead, builders construct the home with extra insulation only on the wall the garage shares with the house. Even with that protection, it makes sense … Read more
When you notice some of the common signs of a broken garage door spring, such as failure to open, uneven opening, and physical abnormalities in the mechanism, you might consider getting a kit and replacing it yourself. In most cases, calling a professional garage door repair company is a better option. Not only is it … Read more
Did you know that owning a car with the fancy new keyless ignition system puts your family at risk? Indeed, the new system makes your car into something of a deadly unguided missile in the garage, according to a class action lawsuit that has been filed against major automobile companies. Thirteen people are already dead … Read more
An eco-friendly garage upgrade not only saves money, it makes your garage a healthier and happier place to spend a few minutes of your time each day. Each of the garage upgrade tips given here are affordable and easy to implement, and pay for themselves over time. Let’s look at how to make your garage … Read more
Not all garage door repair professionals that provide garage door installation, repair and maintenance services are the same. It is important to hire someone reliable when you’re constructing a new house or making improvements to your garage. So how do you know which garage door repair professional to choose? The tips given here will help … Read more
All garage doors are complex systems with pulleys, springs and cables. Many garage doors are very noisy, for various reasons. It is actually quite easy to repair a noisy garage door. An experienced garage door repair professional will get it fixed for you in no time at all. But what causes a garage door to … Read more
Many of us tend to take our electrically-operated garage doors for granted these days. We’ve come to depend on these ingenious devices, not only for the convenience and comfort they provide, but also because they offer much better protection against would-be intruders than old-fashioned manual doors. Naturally, protecting your family and your property is one … Read more
June is the perfect time for having a complete, thorough inspection of all the various parts of your door’s mechanisms, lubricating parts as needed for proper functioning in hot summer weather, adjusting alignment as indicated, and repairing or replacing worn or damaged parts such as hinges, door springs, cables, rollers, door seals, and torsion spring … Read more
There’s nothing like a bout of icy winter weather to make one really appreciate the comfort, convenience, and safety of having an automatic garage door opener. But icy winter weather can also interfere with the functioning of your door opener, and prevent it from opening properly and/or closing for full security. There are a number … Read more