Garage Door Cable Repair: Everything You Need to KnowGarage door lift cables work alongside the torsion springs to carry the weight of the door during every open and close cycle. When a cable snaps or frays, the door can drop unevenly, come off the track, or become completely inoperable. Cable failures are the second most…
Insulated Garage Doors: Are They Worth the Cost?If you are replacing your garage door, you will quickly find that insulated doors cost more than non-insulated ones. For a standard double door, you are typically looking at an additional $200 to $600 depending on insulation type and R-value.For most homeowners in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and…
DIY Garage Door Repairs: What Is Safe and What Is NotA garage door is a large, heavy, mechanically complex system under significant tension. Some parts of it are safe for a careful homeowner to maintain and adjust. Others involve components under enough stored energy to cause serious injury if handled incorrectly.Knowing the difference will save…
Garage Door Off Track: What It Means and What to DoA garage door off its track is one of the most common and most dangerous garage door problems a homeowner can face. When a door loses contact with its track, it can shift suddenly and fall, causing serious injury, vehicle damage, or structural damage to…