Category: Garages

It seems like garage break-ins are becoming more and more common in certain neighborhoods. Many city-based homes have garages behind their house along alleyways. These can be popular targets for burglars, as viewing is often obscured, and lighting is minimal. About 1 out of 10 burglars break in through your garage. Sometimes, their goal is […]

If you have an automatic garage door in your home or business, then you almost certainly have photo eyes at the base of it. Photoelectric sensors, more commonly called photo eyes, are devices that transmit an invisible beam of light from one side to the other. These are placed at the base of automatic garage […]

Building out a new garage? Maybe you’re just overhauling your current one. Either way, you’ll have some decisions to make regarding the garage doors. There’s the style to consider, as well as whether you want an insulated door or not. But for those with space for two cars, there is another thing to consider: do […]

For those who have to drive or take public transportation to their job day after day, it’s easy to get jealous of people who get to work from home. The idea of rolling out of bed, pouring a cup of coffee, and sitting down to work while still in your pajamas sounds almost too good […]

Most people are concerned about whether or not their garage is safe from would-be robbers and vandals. After all, garages often house expensive tools, bikes, and more. You should be concerned about whether or not your garage is secure. But it’s equally important to make sure your garage is safe for other people to be […]

Those who grew up in small towns can probably remember never locking their doors when they were young. Their parents might not have even carried a house or garage key on their keychain. Maybe you still don’t lock your doors. For most of us, however, keeping our homes locked up is a part of life. […]

Since arriving on the scene in 1926, electric garage door openers have become a must-have for any modern-day garage. Gone are the times of having to get out of your car in the middle of a downpour to manually pull your garage door open. Instead, with the touch of a button (or smartphone app), your […]

Garage doors are built to last, but sooner or later, they need to be replaced. Garage doors springs wear down and break. Garage doors themselves can become outdated. Whatever the case, when that time comes to replace a garage door and/or the springs, many homeowners ask themselves: Should I just replace it all myself? While […]

Garages are wonderful, multipurpose spaces. At least they are when they’re the right size. Many homeowners find their garage space to be lacking. Whether you’re building a brand-new garage, or you’re expanding your current one, it’s important to consider just how much space you need. While everyone’s situation is different, here are a few factors […]

Looking to purchase a new door or two for your garage? There are a few things you should know before you call up your local overhead door seller. After all, like any other type of door, garage doors can be very different from one another. And for those with curb facing garages, your garage doors […]