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  • expensive garage door mistakes
    5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a New Garage Door.February 2, 2023
    Using a handyman or DIY to install the garage door. One of the most costly mistakes people make when buying a garage door is attempting to do the installation themselves or using a handyman to complete the job. DIY garage door installations can often lead to expensive repair bills and may even void any warranties […]
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    How to Make Garage Door QuieterJanuary 18, 2023
    We all know how loud and disruptive a noisy garage door can be, especially if you have bedrooms above the garage and people trying to sleep. Luckily, there are several things you can do to help make your garage door quieter. Oil and Lubricate One of the easiest ways to reduce the noise coming from […]
  • winter garage door
    Tis the Season to Love Your Garage Door with 3 Tips to Get Ready for WinterDecember 21, 2022
    The cold weather is coming, and that means it’s time to start preparing your garage door for winter. If you want to make sure your garage door is ready for the harsh conditions, love your garage door this season and follow these three tips: 1. Check the weather seal to make sure it’s in good […]
  • best garage door rollers
    The Best Garage Door RollersDecember 9, 2022
    If your garage door has been making a lot of noise lately, it might be time to replace the rollers. This is a relatively easy fix, and it will make a big difference in the overall operation of your door. Keep reading to learn more about the best garage door rollers on the market. Steel […]
  • how to level a garage door
    How to Level a Garage DoorDecember 2, 2022
    A garage door that is not level can be a real headache. It can make it difficult to open and close the door, and it can also lead to premature wear and tear on the door itself. In this blog post, we will show you how to check for level on your garage door in […]
  • black garage door
    3 Things to Consider When Shopping for a New Garage DoorNovember 15, 2022
    When shopping for a garage door, there are a few things to keep in mind. Here are three of the most important factors: budget, style, and size. Each homeowner has different needs and budgets, so it’s important to find a garage door that fits both your needs and your wallet. There are many different styles […]
  • garage door torsion spring
    Balance And Your Garage Door, Why Is It Important?November 2, 2022
    Today, I want to talk a little bit about the Garage Door balance. What is it and why is it important? So basically when we check to see if a garage door is balanced. We’re asking how heavy or how light it is with the springs.  A garage door properly balanced should go up and […]
  • traditonal garage door
    Common Garage Door SizesOctober 20, 2022
    Today I want to talk a little bit about common garage door sizes. So a lot of people ask me what is a standard size garage door, or when I’m working with builders they ask what is a standard size they should frame the garage door for so they don’t have to spend a lot […]
  • garage door opener with camera
    New Garage Door Opener with CameraOctober 4, 2022
    Liftmaster’s latest models feature a garage door opener with a camera. They have had a few come out recently and they just replaced the 8360W, one of their DC-powered chain drives, with the 84505 R. That’s their mid-level machine with the built-in camera. Liftmaster is calling it the Liftmaster Secure View. Basically, it has a […]
  • garage door trends 2022
    Popular Garage Door Trends for Fall 2022September 20, 2022
    Garage doors are an important part of any home. They provide security and privacy, and they can also improve the appearance of your home. In this article, we will be discussing the top garage door trends for Fall 2022. We will be looking at a variety of different trends, including color, style, and design. So […]
  • garage door won't stay closed
    Garage Door Won’t Stay Closed…Floor ReverseSeptember 9, 2022
    A garage door that won’t stay closed can be a frustrating ordeal especially if you are on the way out the door. Today we are in Sparta, NJ with a garage door that is floor reversing. As the door comes down, it hits the floor and then starts coming right back up. This most likely […]
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    Everything You Need to Know About a Direct Drive Garage Door OpenerSeptember 2, 2022
    If you are in the market for a new garage door opener, you may have heard of direct drive openers. But what exactly is a direct drive opener? How do they work? And are they right for your home? In this blog post, we will answer all of your questions about direct drive garage door […]
  • Top 5 Carriage House Garage DoorsAugust 19, 2022
    These are my top five favorite carriage house doors. A carriage house door to me would be one that you’ll see paired with decorative hardware, the decorative handles and strap hinges made to look like a pair of swing-out doors rather than a standard overhead door. It is a standard overhead door and works just […]
  • garage door extension springs
    Garage Door Springs, What You Need to Know!August 12, 2022
    Today, I want to talk a little bit about Garage Door Springs, probably one of the most important parts of your garage door. It’s actually what lifts and lowers the door. The spring acts as a counterbalance. And as the door lifts, the spring releases tension until the doors open and the spring is fully […]
  • liftmaster camera opener
    Garage Door Openers Demystified | Belt Drive vs Chain Drive Garage Door Opener and Side Mounts.August 3, 2022
    Today, I want to talk a little bit about garage door openers. There are several different types. Many people ask me what’s the best. That really depends on the application. The three main types of openers that we primarily focus on are, the chain drive, the belt drive, and the side-mounted jackshaft operator. Most garages fall […]
  • how to remove garage floor epoxy
    How to Remove Garage Epoxy Floor: The Ultimate GuideJuly 25, 2022
    When you finished painting your garage, you were so proud of how it turned out. But now that the epoxy has started to chip and peel, you’re not sure what to do. Don’t worry – we’re here to help! In this guide, we will walk you through the process of how to remove garage epoxy […]
  • does home insurance cover garage door
    Home Insurance and the Garage Door: Does Home Insurance Cover Garage DoorJuly 20, 2022
    One of the most important pieces of your home is the garage door. Not only does it keep your car safe, but it also protects all of your belongings from the weather and thieves. Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t know whether their home insurance policy covers their garage door. In this blog post, we will discuss […]
  • traditional garage door
    How To Measure Garage DoorJuly 15, 2022
    Today, I’m going to show you how to measure a garage door. At first glance, we have what appears to be a two-car wide single door so most likely it’s a 16 x7, but we’ll put the tape measure on it and we’ll find out for sure. Measure the Finished Opening. The first step to […]
  • organize your garage
    Tips for Organizing Your Garage: How to Get Rid of the ClutterJuly 5, 2022
    If your garage is cluttered and crammed, you’re not alone. A lot of people have trouble organizing their garage. It can be tough to know where to start. In this blog post, we will provide tips for getting rid of the clutter and organizing your garage so that it is functional and looks great! Assess […]
  • traditonal garage door
    Traditional Garage DoorsJuly 1, 2022
    Today, I want to do a follow-up to my original style guide, where I went over three main styles of doors that I like to separate into traditional, carriage house, and modern garage doors. Today, I want to focus on the traditional garage doors. That will mostly be your raised panel doors. Most commonly you […]
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    Dangerous Broken Garage Door Back HangJune 23, 2022
    We’re in Wharton New Jersey with a bit of a dangerous one today. We found a broken garage door back hang that was made with cheaper thinner steel that had snapped due to the pressure of the extension spring running from the steel to the front of the door. It caused this back hang to […]
  • garage door emergency release
    How to Close Garage Door Manually in an EmergencyJune 20, 2022
    You are getting ready to run out the door. You are in a rush, you hop in the car back out of the garage and go to close the door and it will not close. Luckily there is an emergency release to close the garage door manually until a qualified garage door service technician can […]
  • Garage Door Opener Lightning Strike
    Garage Door Opener Lightning StrikeJune 10, 2022
    Today in Sparta, New Jersey we are working with a Liftmaster Garage Door Opener completely dead after a garage door opener lightning strike. Usually, that’s a bad circuit board which is odd considering it did have a surge protector, but it seems like it’s still got it. So hopefully a new circuit board is going […]
  • When is it time to replace a garage door?June 6, 2022
    Is your garage door looking a bit worse for wear? Are you starting to notice that it’s not closing as smoothly as it used to, or that the weather is starting to take its toll? If so, then it might be time to start thinking about replacing your garage door. A new garage door can […]
  • How to Paint a Metal Garage Door
    HOW TO CLEAN AND PAINT A METAL GARAGE DOORJune 3, 2022
    Keeping your garage door looking great and in top condition is important for protecting your home and maintaining its curb appeal. Painting your metal garage door is a great way to achieve this, but it’s important to do it the right way in order to get the best results. HERE’S HOW TO CLEAN AND PAINT […]
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    Top 5 Garage DoorsMay 27, 2022
    Today I want to talk about my top 5 garage doors. This is a list of doors we’ve installed that I like working with and doors that when we’re all done, I think look great.  Number 5 – Clopay Canyon Ridge To start it off with number five I went with the Clopay Canyon Ridge. […]
  • garage door not opeing all the way
    Garage Door Not Opening All The Way in Randolph, NJMay 20, 2022
    We are in Randolph New Jersey today checking out a garage door not opening all the way. The customer described it as stopping intermittently on the way up. We got there and thought it needed some simple service. The garage door was very noisy and needed oil and possibly a force adjustment to the garage […]
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    How to keep from backing into your garage door.May 12, 2022
    If you are regularly backing out of your garage, it is important to be extra careful. This is especially true if you are distracted from your normal routine. Here are some tips to help you avoid accidentally backing into your garage door: – Always look behind you before backing out. This will help you avoid […]
  • garage door replacement nj
    Garage Door Replacement NJMay 12, 2022
    We did a garage door replacement in Montville, NJ today. This is a nice clean install. Our customer had a contractor re-frame the openings to accommodate a standard 7-foot tall garage door for the garage door replacement in NJ. The original openings were 6 foot 6 inches. When I got there, they had already taken […]
  • garage door service
    Garage Door Service in Randolph, NJMay 4, 2022
    This was a quick garage door repair in Randolph New Jersey and a garage door service. The customer was stating that the door was not closing. He attempted to align the photo eyes himself based on our recommendation when talking on the phone, but it was still giving him trouble. When we got there we […]
  • garage door r value
    Garage Door R Value ExplainedApril 26, 2022
    I’m going to be talking a little bit about garage door R-value, R-value is used to rate how well insulated a garage door is. It’s a term for rating insulation that you will see on your regular home insulation as well as windows and other things that provide some sort of air barrier that you’re […]
  • garage door not closing
    Garage Door Not Closing in Sparta, NJApril 18, 2022
    We have a garage door not closing in Sparta, NJ with a photo-eye problem. When I arrived our customer was describing your typical photo-eye issue. The door would open without any issues but the garage door was not closing and they were getting a clicking noise from the motorhead. That clicking sound almost always means […]
  • garage camera
    Liftmaster Smart Garage CameraApril 12, 2022
    Today I’m looking at the new Smart Garage Camera from Liftmaster. We just got a few of these the other day and we started to play around with them. You can add the Smart Garage Camera to your existing Liftmaster myQ account. MyQ is the technology that allows you to operate your garage door with […]
  • garage door torsion springs
    Garage Door Torsion Spring Repair, Morristown, NJApril 7, 2022
    Today we are in Morristown New Jersey we have a broken garage door torsion spring on an Amarr Oak Summit 3000 garage door recently discontinued and replaced with the Hillcrest 3138. After inspecting the door you can see a clear break in the coils of the garage door torsion spring. The homeowner also recognized the […]
  • garage door styles
    Garage Door StylesMarch 29, 2022
    We created this Garage Door Styles Guide. We install garage doors based out of Fairfield, New Jersey, and see houses, and garages, of all shapes and sizes, from newer homes and older homes. Today, I want to go over our garage door styles guide, and about how I try to help you as a customer […]
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    Garage Door Install in Montclair, NJMarch 22, 2022
    Today we are in Montclair, New Jersey for a garage door install of a Clopay Canyon Ridge. These doors are a great option for a faux wood finish. They look just like real wood but the best part is you don’t have to maintain them like real wood. We doing a garage door install of […]
  • garage door led light bulbs
    Garage Door Opener LED Light BulbsMarch 14, 2022
    Not all garage door LED light bulbs are the same. If your remote control only works when it is close to the garage door opener or the remote control or keypad will close the garage door but won’t open it. Also not able to program a new remote control or keypad. This may be due […]
  • High Lift Garage Door Project in Tenafly, NJMarch 3, 2022
    Last week we were in Tenafly, New Jersey working in an auto shop. Our customer needed a high lift garage door for additional car lifts and reliable modern sectional doors with operators. Our big project of the day was taking out a rolling steel door. We were there to remove that door, and re-frame the […]
  • 16 x 7 Garage Door in Sparta, New JerseyJanuary 24, 2022
    We are in Sparta, New Jersey today for a 16 x 7 garage door replacement working in Lake Mohawk. Lake Mohawk is a quaint lake community in Sussex County New Jersey that offers resort-style living less than an hour outside of New York City. It is a cold day in January. It is only 8 […]

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  • 5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a New Garage Door.February 2, 2023
  • How to Make Garage Door QuieterJanuary 18, 2023
  • Tis the Season to Love Your Garage Door with 3 Tips to Get Ready for WinterDecember 21, 2022
  • The Best Garage Door RollersDecember 9, 2022
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