Reasons Why Your Garage Door Is Making Noise
A high-quality garage door should have a smooth and quiet operation. But over time, even the highest quality doors will experience wear and tear that could result in unpleasant noises. If you find yourself wondering whether these noises are indicative of a bigger issue, this blog is for you! Read on to find out why […]
Top Considerations For A New Garage Door
Choosing a new garage door for your family home can be an exciting decision. You get to decide what style and features it will possess, enhancing your property value and curb appeal. But don’t be fooled. Choosing a new garage door also comes with considerations that extend beyond aesthetics. Like R-Values and Warranty Agreements. Read […]
Garage Spring Cleaning Checklist
Despite garages being one of the most used spaces in homes, they are also commonly the most cluttered. A detailed spring cleaning can help to declutter what has become a dumping ground for junk that limits your ability to both park, store, and work inside your garage. We’ve put together a Garage Spring Cleaning Checklist […]
Garage Doors: When To Call In A Professional
Ah, the garage door! A beneficial piece of hardware most of us use every day. Whether we are going to work or storing the kids’ bicycles; we expect the garage to work day in and day out. What many of us often overlook is just how complex these mechanisms actually are! Especially when you consider […]
Who Invented The Garage Door?
Garages have been around for as long as people have been using some form of wheels for transportation. In it’s earliest form, a standalone carriage house served as the garage. Though this rusting structure often consisted of dirt floors, simple walls, and a gate. As production of the automobile skyrocketed in the 20th century, people […]
Garage Door Insulation Tips
As all Canadians know, Winter can be quite a chilly time of year. While your garage may provide shelter from the snow, if it is not properly insulated your garage can contribute to increased energy bills and less protection from the elements. As Spring approaches, you may start considering how to improve your garage’s insulation […]
Evolution of Garage Door Openers
Garage doors are simple! You come home, you press a button from your phone or a remote, and voila! Inside you go. But, things weren’t always so easy. In fact, when garage doors first became popular in the 1920s, oftentimes the passenger had to exit the car to open the garage manually. Even in the […]
How to Choose the Best Garage Door Material
Modern garage doors are available in a variety of materials. Each coming with its own unique aesthetic, durability, and capabilities. So how do you choose the right garage door for you? Between personal preference, exposure to the elements, and budget it can be hard to know where to begin. To make this process easier, we’ve […]
Top Garage Door Gadgets For 2022
This new year, make a resolution for your garage door to work smarter and not harder. How? By investing in one of these top garage door gadgets, of course! Current smart garage door openers allow you to work your garage doors using your smartphone or other device. They also allow you to see certain information, […]
Tips For Garage Door Holiday Decorations
The Holidays are here! And nothing is more exciting at this time of year than decorating your home. And as one of the most prominent features of your home’s facade, there’s no reason your garage door can’t spread some of the Holiday Cheer too! Here are some creative tips for decorating your garage door this […]