For residential garage doors, a frequently asked question we receive is whether or not an individual garage door panel replacement is possible. Many homeowners rightfully wish to avoid purchasing an entire door, especially if the damage appears minor. The short answer is yes. However, it depends on a variety of factors, which we’ll address in the article below and when a garage door repair professional needs to get involved. When Do I Need Garage Door Panel Replacement? Determining whether or not your garage door needs to be replaced depends on several factors unique to your situation. These ..read more

Overhead door installation is no easy task, so deciding to install one on your own takes serious talent. If you went this route and did a bad job, you may be at risk of legal exposure. Even worse, if someone is seriously injured, you may also face personal injury claims that could get messy for everyone involved. Here are some more reasons why hiring an expert is your best bet to avoid legal exposure when your installation didn’t quite go as planned. Potential Points of Failure for Overhead Doors Some installation failures may not be obvious. Many components go into a garage door system that ..read more

There’s a reason why your garage door can open and close whenever you need it to, and it comes down to your garage door springs! Your trusty garage door springs ensure that you can comfortably leave your garage whenever you need to. So when your garage door suddenly comes to a halt, you might be able to pinpoint the culprit to a broken garage door spring. But that might’ve left you wondering how your garage door springs ended up breaking, and what do they even do, anyway? Is it an easy fix or will it cost thousands of dollars to get moving again? At Garage Door Repair, we can answer your quest ..read more

If you have a commercial or residential garage door that’s been on the fritz for a while, you might be considering replacing it with a brand new garage door from Overhead Door. Even though garage doors can be easily repaired and back in working order with the help of a professional, there are some instances where replacing your garage door entirely might be more beneficial to a business owner or homeowner. So, how do you know when it’s time to replace your garage door?  Understanding Common Garage Door Repairs When deciding whether it’s necessary to replace your garage door, you should ha ..read more

Over the course of a garage door’s lifespan, you will likely need to replace the door’s bottom seal. Along with the weather stripping that runs alongside the door’s three other sides, this plastic gasket keeps debris and the elements from getting into the garage. The following article provides a step-by-step guide for how to replace a garage door seal, as well as the tools needed. How to Install Garage Door Weather Stripping in Four Steps Spare yourself headaches later on by addressing this project. Take half a day to prepare your home’s garage for year-round use through these four easy-to-fo ..read more

For residential garage doors, a frequently asked question we receive is whether or not an individual garage door panel replacement is possible. Many homeowners rightfully wish to avoid purchasing an entire door, especially if the damage appears minor. The short answer, unfortunately, is that it depends on a variety of factors, which we’ll address in the article below and when a garage door repair professional needs to get involved. Do I Need to Replace My Entire Garage Door or Just a Panel? Many homeowners faced with a damaged garage door ask this question, and here are some considerations th ..read more

Garage door opener remotes provide an easy way to open and close your garage door while remaining in your car. When they work intermittently or not at all, however, this accessory can leave homeowners asking, “What is going on?” Below we explore potential causes and troubleshooting methods that you can try prior to calling a garage door repair service. Why Did My Garage Door Remote Stop Working? 5 Potential Causes to Investigate and Ways to Troubleshoot Cause #1: The Remote’s Batteries are Dead Your opener remote batteries will deplete over time (~2 years) and may need replacing if your garag ..read more

Commercial garage doors, though built to withstand heavy use and constructed from durable materials, can still present issues to business owners. In this article, we explore six common commercial garage door issues and steps you can take before reaching out to a garage door repair professional. Six Common Commercial Garage Door Issues 1) Remote Control Issues Solution: Check the remote itself for faulty batteries. Once replaced, you can try reprogramming the remote. 2) Old or Damaged Torsion Spring Solution: This is a repair best left to the pros. This is the one of the most dangerous repairs ..read more