Category: Garage Doors

Nothing says the holidays have arrived like seeing your house and that of your neighbors decorated in holiday grandeur. While you are stringing lights and hanging garlands in preparation for the holidays, don’t overlook the largest flat surface on the front of your home – your garage door. Make the exterior of your home just…

How many of you would agree that the garage door is one of the last things we think about when we think about tackling home improvement projects? If it’s not broken, why fix it, right? This oversight is bit unfair though – especially when the market contains a world of garage door options that are…

Garage door insulation, when installed correctly, can make your life all the more comfortable. An insulated garage door reduces noise pollution, increases energy efficiency, and brightens what might otherwise be considered a dreary space. Garage door insulation is a relatively easy and affordable DIY project; although safety precautions should be taken. Here are six tips…

Was improving your home’s curb appeal part of your New Year’s Resolutions? Are you seeking a renovation project that will add long-term value, and attract potential buyers, without having to spend a small fortune? Then garage door replacement should be at the top of your list. Whether you’re putting your house on the market or…

Routine safety checks, along with preventative maintenance measures, can help extend the life your garage door and opener. The International Door Association (IDA) recommends setting aside a few minutes every month to inspect and test your garage door system in its entirety. Your monthly maintenance check list should include performing the following tests and tasks: Reversal Test:…

Welcome to yet another blazing hot summer! Temperatures might well be hovering in the triple digits, but you can still find plenty of ways to cool off, both in and out of the shade. Does finding refuge inside an air conditioned space sound like a grand idea? You’re not alone! Many Tulsa residents take shelter…

Your garage door, believe it or not, can literally make or break your home’s entire curb appeal (especially if it faces the street, which most do). Being left to brace the elements and pressures of daily use, however, can really take its toll on any garage door which can ultimately leave it in need of…

It’s easy to ignore your garage door. Nope – this statement just isn’t going to cut it! Seriously, how easy is to ignore something you probably open and close multiple times a day, or something you park in front of? Come on folks! Not only will actually ignoring your garage door cause you many headaches,…

Less than 2 weeks ago, a four-year-old boy was sadly crushed and killed by an automatic garage door in his home. Apparently, the garage door sensors had malfunctioned due to how small he was. This means that when the sensor to the garage door was obstructed by the young child, it failed to trigger the garage door…

This is usually the time where many people are reminded of how important and beneficial having an insulated garage can be. On the other hand, for garage owners without insulation, this can be a harsh reminder. The cold outside weather leaks into the garage and it seems to be just as cold inside as it…