Category: Garages
What Type of Material is Best for Your Overhead Garage Door?
Are you in the market for a new overhead garage door? Whether you’re building a new home or looking to replace or upgrade an existing garage door, you have come to the right place to do some research. As simple as it may seem, there are actually a lot of choices to be made when […]
Improving Energy Efficiency in Your Garage
By nature, garages have a tendency to be inefficient. They feature large doors that are constantly opening. They lack proper ventilation. They might not even be fully insulated. Inefficiency is ultimately bad for the environment, for your personal comfort levels, and for your utility bills. Thankfully, a few simple steps can help make your garage […]
Advantages of a Shed
Is your garage feeling a little cluttered? Maybe you don’t even have a garage, and you need some storage space for your outdoor gear. Whatever the case, it’s worth considering adding a shed to your property. Though a shed might seem small and limited, they’re surprisingly versatile. Whether you have a garage or not, here […]
Making Sure Your Garage is Secured
Garages are a common point of entry for burglars. Even if someone is home, a robber can sneak in and out of the garage without anyone noticing. Though you might not think of a garage having a lot to offer burglars, there can be a lot of valuable items lying around in a garage. Tools, […]
Common Photo Eye Sensor Problems (and How to Fix Them)
Having trouble getting your garage door to close? There could be a number of causes including dead batteries in your opener or a broken garage door spring. More often than not, however, there’s something wrong with your photo eye sensors. What are photo eye sensors? Photo eye sensors (also called photoelectric sensors or photo eyes) […]
Deciding Between an Attached Garaged and a Detached Garage
Garages are considered a staple of the modern American home. Still, only around 66% of US housing units have a garage or carport. That means a third of homes don’t have a dedicated place to store their car. Of course, you can do a lot more with a garage than simply store your car. If […]
Setting up a Home Theatre in Your Garage
For many people, the idea of having a true home theatre is a dream come true. Once upon a time, this required a significant financial investment. With the affordability of today’s large screen TVs and a plethora of sound systems to choose from, however, it’s easier than ever to make that dream a reality. The […]
Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Garage
Another winter is moving past us, which means it’s time to start enjoying the outdoors again. But before you get too carried away, there are a few tasks you might want to check off your to-do list. After all, winter tends to make quite a mess of things. Meanwhile, the cold temps and snowy conditions […]
Garage Door Maintenance That Everyone Should Be Doing
Garage doors and garage door openers can be pricey. The good news is, they tend to last a long time. That is, they do as long as you buy quality brands, and you maintain them accordingly. Unfortunately, garage door maintenance isn’t something a lot of homeowners think of, which results in a number of problems. […]
Should You Invest in Insulated Garage Doors?
The first time you shop for garage doors, you might be surprised to find out just how many options there are out there. There are different styles, sizes, materials, and more. Regardless of what type of door you choose, you should have the option between insulated and non-insulated. While insulated garage doors sound great, some […]
