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Troubleshooting Common Garage Door Cable Problems
Did you know that 65% of residential garage doors in the US are more than 12 years old? As it happens, 12 years is the average change-out or failure age for garage doors. But when it comes to cables, it doesn't matter if your garage door is 2 or 12 years old. Garage...

6 Tips for Choosing a Garage Door Repair Company
On average, you can expect your garage door to last around 10 years (up to 25,000 cycles). But to get the most out of your garage door, you need to keep up with maintenance and repairs. Otherwise, it can quickly fall into disrepair and hasten the need for a new garage...

The Home Automation Guide: How to Make Your Home Work for You
With around 63 million smart homes in 2022, the United States is trailblazing when it comes to home automation. It is something that can set any homeowner ahead of their neighbors, making them the talk of the community. So, what is smart when it comes to home...

Garage Door Opener Warning Signs to Watch and Listen For
Does your garage door opener not work? Whether it's a frozen door failing to open in the Chicagoland winter or a loud noise causing you to cover your ears, a failing garage door opener can be frustrating. Not only that, but it can also be dangerous to have a heavy...

What to Look for In a Garage Door Repair Company
The average garage door opens and shuts around 1,500 times a year, and it'll work smoothly most of the time. But it's not uncommon to run into issues, especially since there are so many moving parts involved in a garage door's mechanics. Should yours start acting up,...

Garage Door Repair: Tips for Fixing a Broken Garage Door
Garage doors require a lot of moving parts to work properly. And it doesn't take much for one of those parts to malfunction or break. A garage door that won't open or close, is slow to respond, or makes loud noises may be in need of repair or replacement. While it's...

What’s That Noise? 5 Common Causes of Garage Door Noise
Every day, you open and close your garage door so you can get your vehicle in and out of your house. You probably don't give it a second thought; that is, until things aren't running as smoothly. Over time, your once-silent garage door might start making noises. While...

Garage Door Openers: Everything You Need to Know
Back in the day, garage door openers were a humble device—a simple means to make your garage door go up and down. These days, though, garage door openers have gotten smarter. You can schedule the door to open and close. You can check the door's status. You can allow...

Garage Door Maintenance: Regular Preventative Care and Inspection
Most people don't spend a lot of time worrying about their garage door unless it malfunctions. It's one of the most neglected parts of a home. Your garage door is probably the largest moving system of your home. You use it countless times throughout the year. All of...

Should I Repair Or Replace My Garage Door?
Should I Repair Or Replace My Garage Door? Constantly fixing your garage door can be major inconvenience and very expensive. Over time, the wear and tear of a garage door can take its toll. There can be some obvious damage, or possibly some lost functionality...
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