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Do you know how many different big businesses started behind a garage door? Most small businesses start in garages or workshops all over. The interesting part is when those small businesses turn into giant businesses. That means they went all the way from their garage to superstores and giant office buildings in various countries. There are a few big name businesses that … [Read more...] about Big Business That Started Behind Closed Garage Doors

Many great folks already use their garage door for work and for play. Wouldn’t it be nice to do both while not being pestered by bugs and such? No, we are not just talking about closing your garage door. We are talking about garage door lifestyle screens. It is the fresh air from the great outdoors without the annoying bugs and other pests. It is just like a porch but usually … [Read more...] about A Great Guide To Lifestyle Screens For Your Garage Door!

If you are already living “smart” with all kinds of connected devices in your home, then you may feel like you are living in the future already. The only thing you are missing is a flying car… And a smart garage door to match. It may very well be time to fix both, but we’re not sure about flying cars, yet. However, we definitely know all about smart garage door technology. … [Read more...] about Living In A “Smart” Home? Smarten Your Garage Door

It is now the year 2017 and you may have some plans for your home this year. If you want to sell it or refinance it, then you will want to raise the value of your home. One way to do this is replacing your old garage door with a nice, new one. This has many benefits even if you do not plan to sell your home. What is it worth, though? You are probably wondering how this will … [Read more...] about Cost Vs. Value On Garage Door Replacement In 2017

The first question is, can your garage door be eco-friendly? The simple answer is yes. There are quite a few ways to make your garage door greener than your lawn, metaphorically, of course. The real question is how? How can you make your garage door energy efficient, eco-friendly and work the best? That right there sounds like a truly tall order. Just because something is made … [Read more...] about Affordable Ways In Making Your Garage Door Eco-Friendly

No one likes a power outage. They are inconvenient, stressful situation that makes anyone nervous. Now if you have a garage door opener you know how convenient and time-saving it is, as well as a great way to avoid back pain. You don’t want to have to open it manually, especially during a storm and/or power outage! During bad weather, it is a relief t open and close your garage … [Read more...] about No power? How will I open my garage door?

You have probably had your garage door opener for years. Maybe it is time for a new one. Maybe you just keep hearing all this hype about the new screw drive garage door openers. So, which is better? Which one will work the best for you? All questions we are about to answer. This includes the most important answer of all; Which is safer? You want the best for your family and … [Read more...] about The Pros And Cons Of a Screw-Drive Opener VS a Chain-Opener

What in the world are we talking about? Well for starters, the air temperature in your garage. That along with humidity levels can wreak havoc on everything in your garage and your garage door. Mother nature is a mean mistress with no mercy or prejudice. This is why it is important to maintain a secured airflow in your garage. You don’t want it getting too hot, too cold or too … [Read more...] about Perfecting The Atmosphere In Your Garage

You may have considered doing a lot of the needed maintenance or repair work on your garage door by yourself. This isn’t necessarily a bad idea but it may not be a good idea, either. Unless you are an experienced garage door service technician, you could easily do something wrong. Big or small, this could have a lasting effect on your garage door. We have three really good … [Read more...] about The Top 3 Reason To Hire A Professional Garage Door Service

Did you know that “garage” doors have been around since 400 B.C? Of course, back in those days they were used to house chariots and such. The modern day garage door was invented around 1902 with an interesting name called the “float over door”. Over the years we have innovated with different garage door types of all sizes and styles. From garage doors that open up to garage … [Read more...] about The Truth About The History of Garage Doors in Just 5 Minutes