Garage door maintenance & repair

What happens when your garage door is not working right and it starts to make odd noises? You know something is amiss and you want to have it fixed. In some cases, it might just need a bit of oil.

So, you’ve done it! You’ve decided to clean out your garage and give it a makeover, and maybe even a new coat of paint! Okay, pull back and regroup. You’re on the right track, but you need to do a bit of planning. First off, pull back and take a look at your garage. Do you need a new coat of paint? Or a full rework?

Replacing your garage door can bring you many benefits. We’ve listed the main advantages to replacing your garage door. Read on to find out more…

If you periodically lubricate the major components of your garage door, it will last longer

Some types of home repairs are perfectly suited to the DIY approach – others, not so much. You might be able to handle a garage roof repair on your own, but don’t jump into it without doing your research. Some roof repairs take a lot of knowledge and skill, and can also be time-consuming and difficult.

If you are considering repainting your garage door, you’re likely to receive tons of advice on how to go about the project. The following are some of the worst bits of information you’ll get, and why you shouldn’t listen to them.

We know you – you’re just waiting to get your Apple Watch. You lament the demise of Google Glass. You invented the Internet! And you’re the guy who, back in the day, had a remote control that didn’t have a cord! You trendsetter! We bow to your amazingness.

If you have a broken spring on your garage door, you may be tempted to repair it on your own. However, there are several reasons why this is never a good idea.

Though we tend not to give them a lot of attention, garage doors are an essential component of every home. Not only are they the largest moving part of any house, but also they also secure the largest entryway. For these reasons, it makes a lot of sense to take some simple steps toward ensuring your door’s longevity. The following 10 tips are a perfect example of how to do this.