Wise words… and you may have heard it at least once… And it also holds true when the important time comes to shop around for a brand new garage door system, which includes the door itself, its hardware, and an electric garage door opener. At the same time, a little voice in our heads warns us to be careful, that there will always be someone who would like to do the job more cheaply, tempting you to do business with them. But keep in mind – paying less mean getting less… less experience, lower product quality and less after-sales service.
Garage doors
Just like with a car, we often get used to small noises or irregularities with our garage door. If the door opener seems to be working correctly, we tend to ignore small sounds. However, with a car, we all know that regular tune-ups are highly recommended regardless if it seems to be running properly.
We all have a good idea of the size of a residential garage door. When we talk about single doors, they are most often 8 or 9 ft. wide by 7 or 8 ft. high. For a double garage door, the width can vary between 14 to 16 or even 18 ft. wide. However, is this sufficient for a sports utility vehicle (SUV) or a recreational vehicle (RV)? As widths are fairly standard for SUVs, it is a question of height for them, while for an RV, there is a good chance that an 8′-high door might not be enough.
Is it hard to find things or just move around your garage? Time to put some order in your life, and you can start by getting rid of unused items stored there, and what better way than with a garage sale! Here is a good primer on how to pull it off successfully.
We’re all looking for a house style that reflects who we are, one where we feel at home. Over the last few years, garage door manufacturers have been rethinking the look of garage doors and have come up with several new designs. One of the leaders in this is Garaga, a company that now has 24 different models, with 7 of them in the contemporary or modern category.
All by yourself, you can ensure that your garage door continues to operate properly. It’s not very complicated and only takes about 10 to 15 minutes of your time. Let’s take a look at 4 checks that are recommended to perform every quarter or season, to make sure the complete system continues to work well, especially when you need it the most.
Your garage door isn’t working right and making strange noises. You wonder what the cause is and are ready to investigate. But, be warned! Here are 5 situations where you should never try to repair a broken or worn part as each is very risky and liable to cause serious injury.
So, once you’ve made the decision to give your garage a really good cleaning, why not apply a new coat of paint? However, before throwing yourself into this project, it would be wise to plan the sequence of tasks to undertake and make a list of the materials you will need.
You’ve just finished renovations to your garage, and among other things, you added insulation to the walls and ceiling with the goal of having a more comfortable area for your DIY projects. However, your garage door is non-insulated. Are you wondering if it is really worth it to insulate it, or instead plan to change it?
Most of the time, we think of the garage as a place to park our car, or instead a spot reserved for a DIY or amateur mechanic’s workshop. Who says it can’t be turned into a scrapbooking studio?
