At some point, every homeowner with an aging garage door faces this question. The door is dented, the springs have been replaced twice, the opener is making noises it did not make five years ago, and you are wondering whether putting more money into repairs makes sense — or whether it is time to start … Read more
Few things are more frustrating than pressing the button and watching your garage door start to close, only to reverse back up — or refuse to move at all. A garage door that will not close is more than an inconvenience. It is a security problem, especially if it happens when you are leaving for … Read more
Your garage door springs are under tension every time the door opens and closes. They are the hardest-working component in the entire system, and like anything mechanical, they have a limited lifespan. Knowing how long they last — and what shortens or extends that window — helps you plan ahead instead of getting caught off … Read more
Garage door openers do not last forever. Most residential openers have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years, and by the time yours starts showing its age, you will notice the signs long before it fails completely. Here are five things to watch for that mean it is time to stop repairing and start replacing. … Read more
One of the first things homeowners want to know when their garage door breaks is what they are looking at in terms of cost. That is a fair question, and the answer depends on what is wrong with the door. Garage door repairs in the Huntsville area typically range from $100 to $500 for most … Read more
Your garage door weighs between 150 and 250 pounds. The springs do the heavy lifting — literally. They counterbalance the weight of the door so that your opener can raise and lower it smoothly. When a spring breaks, the door becomes dead weight, and most homeowners in Huntsville find out the hard way: they press … Read more