Repair vs. Replacement: Options for Old Garage Doors

Repair vs. Replacement: Options for Old Garage Doors

Many newly constructed homes have attached garages that can house at least two cars. But older homes – those built when a family usually had one car instead of two or three – may have only detached single-car garages (if they have garages at all). Sometimes, old...
3 Reasons Your Garage Door Won’t Close

3 Reasons Your Garage Door Won’t Close

Here’s a scenario that can ruin your morning: You’re running late for work, you hop in your car, pull out of your garage, hit the button on the remote control for your garage door opener, but the door doesn’t close. You can’t leave the house with the garage door open....
Organizing Your Garage to Maximize Space

Organizing Your Garage to Maximize Space

For many households, a garage is far more than a place to park the family minivan. In fact, a significant percentage of Americans park their cars in the driveway while using the garage for storage. Holiday decorations, photo albums, high school yearbooks, and other...
How to Pick the Garage Door That’s Ideal for Your Home

How to Pick the Garage Door That’s Ideal for Your Home

Whether you’re building or remodeling your home, more than likely you’re faced with numerous decisions based on practicality, cost, function, and aesthetics. You also may be contemplating which areas require the most attention. If a new garage door is on that list,...
Should You Air-Condition Your Garage?

Should You Air-Condition Your Garage?

Warm, dry days are ideal for working on projects in the garage, because you can open the door to let the breeze in or the dust out. But once temperatures reach 80 degrees, a garage can feel uncomfortably stuffy. If you plan to spend a lot of time tinkering in your...
Tips for Holding a Garage Sale

Tips for Holding a Garage Sale

If you’re preparing to move to a new home or just want to get rid of some non-essential items, a garage sale is an easy way to lighten your load and earn a few bucks at the same time. Garage sales don’t take much effort, but keep the following tips in mind as you plan...
Home Not Selling? Boost the Curb Appeal With These Updates

Home Not Selling? Boost the Curb Appeal With These Updates

Home prices in major U.S. cities were up 5.7 percent in December 2015, and the market is predicted to be seller-friendly this year. If you’re planning to sell your house in 2016, you may have some competition from other homeowners looking to take advantage of a...
Why You Need to Protect Your Family From Garage Door Accidents

Why You Need to Protect Your Family From Garage Door Accidents

Many of us take precautions to protect our families against hazards like food poisoning, falls, and fires. Unfortunately, accidents caused by garage doors are not always at the top of that list. Yet, 30,000 adults and children are injured in accidents involving garage...