With the right reinforcement, your garage doors become a second line of defense The biggest threat to your home and garage doors during a windstorm is the impact from flying debris. Upgrading your garage door to an impact-resistant material offers protection from...

As you eagerly await the installation of your new garage door, you can follow a few simple guidelines that will allow the entire process to move forward without any problems. By cleaning up the area and ensuring that everyone stays out of the way of the contractor,...

Keep Cool (or Warm!): Understanding R-Values and Insulation Not your grandfather’s garage anymore A garage is no longer exclusively used for housing vehicles overnight. In lieu of the expense of embarking on a home addition, many people are making low-cost...

How your choice of loading-bay hardware may be keeping your shipments out Tired of your Portland, OR, warehouse operations unfolding as if they were managed by a headless chicken? Stop wracking your brain for solutions and think about the simple factors. It may very...

While you may be perfectly intrigued with adding a brand-new garage door to your property, it’s quite easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer number of available styles. Whether you’re interested in a traditional or a contemporary style, you can choose something that...

Can you imagine having to get out of your car to open your garage in the rain? The idea probably ranks just above walking across the room to change channels on your television on your “Things I Don’t Want to Do” list. Automatic garage doors are an amazing convenience...

Don’t Sabotage Your Entry With a Messy Garage Do you dread opening your garage door because you can never be sure what might come crashing down? These types of messes aren’t just annoying; they can pose a potential hazard by blocking entry to the garage. Try these...

Think you can save a few bucks by doing your own garage door repair? Think again. Do you really understand what’s going on with your garage door? Most people don’t. Garage doors tend to be one of those things you hardly even notice—until something goes wrong. Even the...

Unless you’re grilling a steak or trying to stay warm at a campsite, fire isn’t usually a welcome entity. If you own a commercial building, one accidental fire could destroy your assets. Keeping your merchandise, employees and valuable documents safe is a top...

Ensuring smooth operation and preventing the need for garage door repair An unbalanced garage door isn’t just a nuisance; it can actually be a danger to you and your family. If you’ve noticed the door behaving strangely, it’s a good idea to check for problems with...