The weather is starting to get nicer, and it is the time of year where a lot of homeowners are starting to spruce up their yards and increase the curb appeal of their houses. A new garage door is a great way to make your home look new again.
That being said, a DIY garage door may not be the best option. We’ve all seen it – beautiful houses with an exceptionally vibrant garage door that’s a little unappealing to the eyes, or someone breaking their door in an attempt to fix it. That got us thinking: what are some of the worst garage doors out there? We have put together a list of the top 5 garage fails out there:

5. Crumbles Under the Pressure

Clearly someone didn’t read the install instructions from cover to cover. It’s a shame really, that garage door looks like it could have been really nice!

4. Pretty… in pink?

We’re going to go right ahead and say it… who thought this checkered garage door was a good idea? It’s like a Candyland and a Checker board collided. I mean, kudos to those who did it, they taped the sections really well before painting. What’s worse though: the bright pink, or the checked design? This is an all-around #GarageFail

3. Too Impatient to Wait

Is it really that hard to wait for the garage door opener to open the door all the way? I’m not sure what I feel worse for: the garage door, or the car?

2. The Batcave

I can’t really decide if this is a garage fail or a garage win. I mean, who’s going to try and break into Batman’s house, right? This is either a sophisticated home security system, or a total garage fail.

1. It’s A Bumpy Ride

Those steps have to be rough on the car’s suspension. I’m not really sure who thought of this, and decided this would be a good idea, but it can’t be good on the car. Total garage fail!
I think it’s safe to say that garage door repair, installation, and maintenance should be left to the professionals. We’re going to make sure your door never makes it onto our list of garage door fails.
Have you seen any ridiculous garages or complete garage fails? Let us know: we would love to see them. Join the conversation on social media and show us your #GarageFail!

Every year, there are thousands of homeowners who decide to replace their old garage doors and buy a new one for their houses. With just a huge number of choices available for customers today, it gets difficult for many people to choose which garage entry doors they would purchase.

Basically, there are three choices when it comes to garage doors. You can choose single panel doors, sectional doors, or roller doors. Since roller doors are usually used for commercial spaces, homeowners often select between sectional and single panel.

Here are some facts about the two options.

• Single Panel Garage Doors. Single panel garage doors have always been the go-to style for many years in the past. But today, the popularity of this type has been overtaken by the sectional garage doors. One advantage of single panel doors is the price. Most sectional doors are at least 15% more expensive than these types. However, single panel doors also have their disadvantages. Since the door would swing up as a single unit, there needs to be a space in front of the garage while the door is in motion. A damaged part of the door would also mean that the whole door will be replaced since it acts as a single unit.

• Sectional Garage Doors. More people are into sectional doors these days because they are more stable and reliable than the single panel type. Even if it is slightly more expensive, a sectional door can easily slide up and open even if your car is parked right next to the doorway opening. The number of sections in the door mechanism can vary between manufacturers. But in all cases, each section is directly connected to the tracks of the door which makes these types of exterior doors a lot more secure than single panel doors.

Money is always an issue especially when dealing with home renovations and repairs. But when it comes to necessary and important work around the house such as replacement and installation of garage doors, is it really better to do it yourself or would you save money if you hire professionals to accomplish the task?

Hiring professionals to install a new garage door is actually a very smart thing to do. It is better than doing it yourself because of the following reasons:

• Knowledge of the Law. Aside from the fact that these professionals know what they are doing, they are also aware of any local rules and regulations that govern home improvements. Getting their services will assure you that you are abiding the law in your community or neighborhood.

• Insurance. Although you will be paying more to hire professionals to install your garage door versus doing the project yourself, it will be worth every penny since there is insurance involved. Having a professional with a good insurance plan will definitely take away your worries if there are any future defects that may occur.

• Years of Experience. Unless you work as a door contractor yourself, these professionals will definitely have more experience installing garage doors than you do. This is what they do every single day and the more experience they have; the better they will be able to do the job. Businesses that have been in operation for many years usually have good reputations and track records.

• Expertise. Professional garage door installers do not just get paid to go to homes and install doors without experience. These people have been trained well so they could be experts in doing their assignments. With appropriate training and knowledge about homes, garage doors, exterior doors, and their parts, they will know exactly what to do and how to do things as well.

More houses all over the country now have garage door screens installed in their garages. These screens span the entire length and width of the garage opening and they are similar in size to the residential garage doors as well. When these screens are installed, they will not replace the function of the actual garage door. Instead, they will have other specific benefits that are advantageous to the households:

• Protection against insects. Garage door screens are most beneficial for families who love to use garages as a workspace or as a play area for the kids because they can help prevent insects, especially mosquitoes and bugs, from entering the home. You can keep your garage door open and just close the screen. This way, you can work freely without getting bites from the bugs.

• Additional outdoor space during the summer. When the temperature becomes hotter, it is always better to enjoy the outdoors. For some people, their idea of fun is experiencing the warm weather without going directly under the heat of the sun. If you are hosting parties, you can open your garage door but keep everyone inside the screen so that the temperature will still be warm without letting dried leaves or insects inside.

• Reflects harmful rays. There are numerous new models of garage door screens today that are equipped with anti-UVA and UVB technology that can reflect these harmful rays off the screen. If you have kids playing in the garage or you are working on something in this space, you don’t have to worry about harming your skin.

• Help in maintaining temperature. When the weather outside is very hot, you can always open some of your exterior doors in the house to let warm air escape and the cool breeze to enter. These screens would be perfect for those occasions.