Pros And Cons Of Different Garage Door Drive Mechanisms

Your automatic garage door has two different types of openers: the remote you keep in the car to open the door and the actual drive mechanism that pulls the door upwards so that it physically opens. When considering a new garage door purchase, drive mechanism selection can become one of the major decisions in both the price, noise, and maintenance level of the door. There are three main types of garage door drive mechanisms and each has its own pros and cons.…

What Goes Up Must Come Down: 3 Problems That Might Interfere With Your Garage Door

You rely on your garage door to get you into your garage quickly. This is particularly important during inclement weather. If your garage door doesn’t open when you press the button on your remote control, you know you have a problem that needs to be addressed. Even with proper maintenance, your garage door can still experience minor problems. Here are just a few of the minor issues that can prevent your door from operating properly.…

Winter's Almost Here; 3 Steps To Prepare Your Garage Door Opener

Winter is just about here. Time for rain, snow and all other manner of inclement weather. Now’s the time to make sure your garage door opener is operating properly. If it’s not, you could find yourself stuck outside in the cold. Here’s a quick guide for some simple garage door maintenance you can take care of yourself. Wash It Each time your garage door opens or closes, it leaves trace amounts of grease along the tracks.…