Weathering Time In Style: The Essence Of Garage Door Aluminum Capping Armour In the world of garage door maintenance, aluminum capping has emerged as a game-changer. This innovative solution involves encasing the wooden frame of your garage door with aluminum, providing an extra layer of protection against the elements. For homeowners in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), ensuring the proper installation of the aluminum capping is paramount, and this is where a local GTA garage door specialist becomes the indispensable expert. Their intricate knowledge of regional weather patterns and unique chal ..read more

Fortify Your Fortress: Top Garage Security Tips from Dodds Doors When it comes to home security, the garage is often overlooked. However, it’s a vulnerable entry point that burglars can target. Dodds Garage Doors understands the importance of safeguarding your home, and we’re here to share valuable garage door security tips to help you fortify your fortress. Understanding the nuanced vulnerabilities that can exist, Dodds Doors is dedicated to sharing valuable garage security tips to empower you to safeguard your residence effectively. By addressing this often underestimated aspect of home secu ..read more

Elevate Your Space with Dodds Garage Doors: Garage Renovations Near Me In the recent evolution of home design trends, garage renovations have surged in popularity. This trend isn’t merely a fleeting interest but a strategic move for homeowners looking to capitalize on the untapped potential within their living spaces. The surge in popularity stems from the realization that a garage, often overlooked, can be transformed into a valuable asset. By embracing this trend, homeowners seize the opportunity to maximize their square footage, unlocking a wealth of possibilities that go beyond conventiona ..read more

Garage Guardians: Empowering Your Drive With Top Car Theft Prevention Tips In the realm of car theft prevention, a safe and lockable garage stands as the first defence for Canadian drivers. A car is stolen every six minutes in Canada, and securing your vehicle in a garage equipped with sturdy doors from a reputable company is paramount in safeguarding against theft. A quality GTA garage door company offers more than a gateway to your home; their expertise in crafting robust, secure, and technologically advanced garage doors creates a formidable barrier to potential car theft, ensuring peace of ..read more

Considerations for Garage Doors With Windows in the GTA Many homeowners in Ontario hope for a spacious garage for added convenience and privacy. But above all, a garage is an extra interior storage space and can substitute for a separate tool shed to stow away appliances, sports equipment, and more. If you participate in DIY home improvement projects, it may be a workspace for you to dabble in occasionally. If you tend to tinker with gizmos and gadgets in your garage more often than not, you probably want to be comfortable at all times. And that includes letting in natural light through your g ..read more

When it comes to selecting the right garage door, size matters. Garage doors play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of your vehicle and belongings. They also add to the curb appeal of your home. However, choosing the right size door can be daunting, especially if you need help knowing where to start. Selecting the right garage door size for your Ontario home is easier than you think with help from the garage door experts at Dodds Garage Doors. Whether shopping for a new garage door, replacing old garage doors, or upgrading your existing garage door, we will guide you through ..read more

Keep The Heat Inside: 6 Benefits of Having Insulated Garage Doors When homeowners purchase a garage door, they should always get the option of having a standard or an insulated garage door. Sure, there is a price difference, but for a good reason. While non-insulated units are effective, there is a wide range of benefits when you opt for an insulated garage door. This is especially the case when your existing garage is attached to your home, rather than a standalone structure. If your garage is built into your house, or you use it as a mechanic’s workshop, it is essential that you insulate you ..read more

Your garage door takes up a huge amount of physical and visual space on your property, so it should look great and do its part to enhance your home’s curb appeal. But your garage door does a lot more than just sit there and look pretty—it also protects your garage (and house, if attached) from serious problems like would-be intruders, pest infestations, energy loss, moisture incursion and much more. But if it has suffered sudden damage or deteriorated slowly due to wear and tear, it can’t protect your household or enhance your curb appeal. When that happens, it’s time to start looking for gara ..read more

Each year we are fortunate to have the opportunity to install beautiful Dodds garage doors on homes across the Greater Toronto Area. As 2022 comes to a close, we would like to take the opportunity to highlight some of our favourite garage door installations from the past year. Our garage doors come in a multitude of styles, colours and finishing options but what makes a garage door truly great is how well it fits your home. Get inspired by these stunning transformations – no matter your aesthetic taste Dodds has the perfect garage door for you! The Modern Look Woodtone garage door on contem ..read more

Winter is the hardest season on your garage door with its cold temperatures, heavy snow, and road salt which can lead to rusting. However, when the temperature drops you’re unlikely to want to be in your garage fixing last-minute issues, that’s why it’s important to follow these steps in preparation for winter.  Dodds Garage Doors suggests that you maintain your garage door twice a year. You can do this anytime in the year that works for you but with Canada’s snowy climate once in the spring and once in the fall works well and by adding a couple of steps to standard fall garage door ma ..read more