How Much Headroom Do I Need for My Residential Garage Door?

How Much Headroom Do I Need for My Residential Garage Door?     If you’re thinking about getting a new garage door or installing a new garage door opener and are wondering if you have enough garage door headroom clearance, you might be curious about just how much headroom you need for the garage door system you have in mind. Request EstimateRequest Service You’ll want a minimum of 15 inches of overhead clearance for a standard garage door with an electric opener. This translates to 12 inches for the door and torsion spring system and 3 inches for the garage door opener equipment. What if you don’t have 12 to […]

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How to Change a Garage Door Opener Code

How to Change And Set a Garage Door Opener Code If you have a garage door opener, you probably enjoy the incredible ease and convenience it provides. Most of the time, you probably use a remote control or digital app to open and close your door without difficulty, but if you need help programming or changing a keyless entry PIN code, here is a basic rundown. Request Service How To Set Your Garage Door Code Follow these four steps to change a garage door opener code through keypad reprogramming:  If the remote does not work after you attempt to change […]

The Benefits of a 1.5-Car Garage

Admittedly, the name is a little bit silly. No one owns half of a car — or at least not one that is drivable! Why, then, is there a designated 1.5-car garage size? Surprisingly, the importance of the 1.5-car garage is growing, especially for homeowners with limited space on their property. Even those who already own a garage are opting to renovate it. Request Service If you find that your garage currently feels cramped or are looking into ways a garage can add to the value of a home, consider whether the 1.5-car garage is the solution for you.  Table of Contents How Big […]

Garage Door Sizing 101

Common Garage Door Sizing Getting the right garage door size is essential when installing a new garage door at home. The number of cars your garage holds determines the size, but the measurements must be accurate to ensure a door that fits. Explore the standard garage door sizes for various sized garages, including smaller and custom garage doors. Request Service Understanding Garage Door Sizes for Your Home or Project Whether you’re building a new garage or expanding your current one, the garage space comprises different dimensions that must be calculated individually and holistically to get the right door measurements. A tape […]

How to Manually Open and Close a Garage Door

How to Manually Close and Open Your Garage Door In the past, manually opening and closing a garage door was common practice. Drivers had to get out, unlock the garage door, lift it, drive in, park and close the door behind them. These days, most garage doors are automatically operated, so the driver can easily open and close the door by remote control. We may not need it often, but knowing how to manually open and close a garage door is important when necessary. Here’s how to open your garage door manually when there’s a reason it won’t open automatically. Request Service Can […]

A Handy Garage Door Preventative Maintenance Checklist

Your garage door is an investment, so keeping it in tip-top shape with preventative maintenance is vital. Regularly inspecting your system can extend its life span and keep little issues from becoming costly headaches down the road.  Not sure where to start? Here are our top garage door preventative maintenance tips for residential and commercial properties. Contact Us For Expert Preventative Maintenance 1. Lubricate, Lubricate, Lubricate Your garage door comprises dozens of moving parts that work together to function every day. Lubrication takes less than 10 minutes and helps prevent rust and wear. Lubricate all your garage door’s moving parts, […]

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