And Everything You Need to Know About R-Values How to Choose Garage Doors that Minimize Heat Loss Without the right type of door, your garage can be a big source of heat loss. An understanding of insulation and R-value helps explain how garage doors impact the overall...

Adding insulation to your garage door can add comfort and reduce costs The garage door makes a valiant effort to protect your vehicles and home from the elements, including harsh winters, pounding rain, blistering sun, and the sights and sounds of a busy street....

Automated Gate Controls on the Market Choosing a gate for your home or commercial property is a great way to protect your assets and family. Of course, the gate itself is only part of the equation. You’ll also need to choose a control solution that makes sense for...

And Other Secrets to Garage Door Landscaping Do you have a plain, solid color garage door? When you look at the front of your home, your garage door takes up a large percentage of visible space. No matter how beautiful and intricate the rest of your house and...

Maintaining your driveway gate preserves home security Having an automatic gate that controls access to your property adds a layer of security by allowing you to decide who can come and go. Regular maintenance ensures that gates function the way they should to provide...

Garage Door Access Hardware that Makes Sense for You Home and business owners think about aesthetics, performance and security when choosing new garage doors. These are important considerations, but it’s also essential to think about the basics of access. Walk-up...

The Achilles Heels of Home Security The garage is not the preferred point of entry for most burglars. However, overhead door maintenance oversights can make your home or business a tempting and defenseless target for break-ins by burglars experienced in spotting...

Refresh your Portland home with an updated door style When you think of giving your home a makeover, you probably picture new siding, bigger windows, some paint or even a new roof. However, upgrading your garage door may do more for the appearance of your home than...

Find out which materials make the best garage doors In the crowded world of home improvement products, where aesthetic staples like front doors and windows dominate, garage doors rarely get the recognition they deserve for making homes more beautiful, functional and...

Is your garage door a valuable selling point or a pitiful relic? If you’ve ever seen HGTV’s “Curb Appeal,” you understand the importance of appearance when selling your home. Potential home buyers react to houses the same way many people react to other humans. If it...