August 12, 2021

Many people have been confused into thinking that smart technology is somehow the opposite of green, eco-friendly, when in fact, those two go hand-in-hand. What could be more eco-friendly a thermostat that turns itself down or up when no one is home? Or, garage door openers that open as your car approaches and closes when […]

Has this ever happened to you? You are driving off to work and happen to glance in the rearview mirror and see your garage door standing open when you know you closed it. You press the remote on your phone and watch as it closes, only to hit the ground and pop back open again.

When you utilize the Garage Door Doctor’s 21-point maintenance inspection annually, this would likely not even come up as a question. Part of the Doctor’s maintenance inspection includes a check of your garage door chain’s tension. Garage door openers and garage door moving parts require periodic maintenance and lubrication. Regular maintenance will prevent loose parts

How your garage door photo eye system works to keep your family safe is simple. The system has two “eyes” or sensors about six inches off the ground within the tracks of the garage door. When something or someone breaks the beam running from eye to eye, the door stops and backs up slightly. This

Have you ever been stuck inside a closed garage during a power failure? What about an open garage door that won’t close? You and the family are ready to start your vacation, but how can you safely leave with the door open? Actually, it is safer if the garage door is closed when the outage

Answering the question of how often a garage door chain should get replaced is not as easy as saying every 10 years, or every 15. Although most will tell you 10-15 years is the average lifespan of a garage door chain, there are many variables to consider. How many times is it used? How often

You know, your garage door takes lots of wear and tear on a daily basis. The often twice-daily up and down maneuver wears on the components, and the extreme Texas weather affects the lubrication. How often you get a garage door tune-up depends on how well you want your door to keep performing its everyday

According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost of a garage door repair across America is about $234. How does that compare to garage door repair in Texas? Average or nominal costs don’t tell you much. The cost of repairs will depend on the repairs needed, the cost of replacement parts and how long it takes to

If it’s time to change your garage door weatherstripping, you’re probably wondering which type and material is the best. The good news is there are really only three factors to consider: durability, appearance and cost. Garage door weatherstripping is a practical application, so your main focus should be choosing a product that lasts and looks

A garage door is something that is usually safe, works automatically, and beautifies the exterior – but it is a moving 16-foot wall. Garage doors that are not appropriately maintained, like any other piece of machinery, can malfunction, causing mishaps. Sometimes, accidents happen. While some are dangerous and costly, most are not. It is always