A recent consumer survey conducted by the International Door Association (IDA), the world's largest association of professional garage door and access systems dealers and installers, indicates that the majority of Americans are unaware of recommended maintenance for the largest and heaviest moving o...

Modern carriage house sectional garage doors open overhead and continue to gain in popularity, constituting 35 percent of the volume in the garage door industry with projections to remain a huge trend. If you already have a carriage house style door or are thinking of purchasing one - have you ever...

The word garage, when looked up in the dictionary, has a simple meaning: a building or indoor area for parking or storing motor vehicles. By and large, this definition sums up exactly what comes to mind for most folks when they hear the word. But for some folks, garages are so much more than a space...

Carriage House Style Garage Door Continues to Increase in Popularity One out of every five residential garage doors sold in North America today is a carriage house style door, according to a recent nationwide survey conducted by Door & Access Magazine. Sales of carriage house doors have tripled...

Will investing in a new garage door increase the value and curb appeal of my home? The answer is YES! According to Remodeling Magazine's 2013 Cost vs Value Report, garage door replacement continues to rank as one of the lowest-cost home improvement projects with a high return on investment. Nation...

Winter is fast approaching - is your home prepared for the cold? Here are 5 simple tips to help keep your home warmer during the winter: 1. Replace air filters in your central heating system. A clean filter will reduce dust and the amount of energy it takes for your heater to work efficiently. ...

Resale value is often a major factor when deciding to make home improvements. Both structural and decorative curb appeal are important features to consider. But home improvement projects can be expensive, and many homeowners are still weary  about spending money on renovations. So what's the be...

It's that time of year again - hurricane season. Even if you don't live in a coastal area, tornadoes and severe storms can also produce strong and damaging winds. It's important that you don't underestimate the value of having a wind load approved garage door. The consequences of extreme winds enter...

Are you beating the heat this summer? As we dive into one of the hottest months of the year, you may experience difficulty keeping your home cool. When looking for ways to reduce energy costs, one area often overlooked is the garage. Because the garage is the largest opening to your home, heat can ...