The unfortunate reality is that sometimes garage door panels are damaged, due to attempted break-ins, cars running into them or heavy objects striking them. Damage can include dents, cracks or…

It is not uncommon for homeowners to leave their garage doors open, whether it be partially or fully. When we think of the primary function of a garage, it is…

Knowing how to properly utilize the emergency release cord on a garage door opener is an essential part of maintaining the device. If your garage door opener is not working…

When the holiday season arrives, many people love to get into the spirit of things by decorating their homes, both inside and out. One of the most prominent features outside…

In response to the wildfires in October 2017, Senator Bill Dodd proposed the Senate Bill 969 to ensure that all residential automatic garage door systems are equipped with battery backups.…

Garage doors are an important part of the home that can be improved upon to increase its efficiency and temperature resistance. Polystyrene and polyurethane insulation are two commonly used materials…

Garage door openers are often plagued by radio frequency interference caused by various devices around the home. These signals can prevent the opener from functioning correctly, causing it not to…

Garage door remote controls are an incredibly convenient way to open and lose your garage door without getting out of the car. Powered by a battery, most remotes last between…

Torsion systems are the primary systems used to operate garage doors, consisting of a torsion spring mounted on an axle, also referred to as a torsion tube. This is responsible…