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The Best Garage Door Rollers
Mar 8

Mar 8 The Best Garage Door Rollers

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Repair & Maintenance

The best garage door rollers are the 13 Ball Bearing Nylon Garage Door Rollers. We recommend this roller because they feature a heavy duty nylon wheel with 13 ball bearings. The nylon wheel is quiet as it makes contact with the metal garage door track and the 13 ball bearings ensure smooth, quiet operation and less stress on your automatic opener.

How Much is Garage Door Opener Installation?
Oct 7

Oct 7 How Much is Garage Door Opener Installation?

Garage Door Repair Co.
Openers, Repair & Maintenance

In 2017, the average labor cost for garage door opener installation on a standard seven foot tall garage door is $150 and takes around two hours to complete. This estimate is for labor only so you will have to purchase a garage door opener online or have the installing company provide one for you. 

Garage Door Opener Smoking? Here's Why...
Sep 30

Sep 30 Garage Door Opener Smoking? Here's Why...

Garage Door Repair Co.
Openers, Repair & Maintenance

If your garage door opener stops working and you see smoke coming from the motor, you most likely have a blown starting capacitor. The capacitor is a part inside your opener that stores energy and helps start the motor every time you press the button.

Garage Door Opener Beeping? Replace the Backup Battery
May 15

May 15 Garage Door Opener Beeping? Replace the Backup Battery

Garage Door Repair Co.
Openers, Repair & Maintenance

If your garage door opener is beeping every 30 seconds, you most likely need to replace the backup battery in your automatic opener. Backup batteries open and close your garage door when the power is out and last 2-3 years under normal use.

Great Gift Ideas for the Garage
Dec 14

Dec 14 Great Gift Ideas for the Garage

Garage Door Repair Co.
Accessories, Gifts

This article features the most comprehensive list of gift ideas for the garage and everything that goes in it. We feature products that help with storage and organization to automotive tools and car care. Let us help you find that perfect gift!

Garage Door Remote Interference Issues? Try the New Genie LED Light Bulb
Sep 8

Sep 8 Garage Door Remote Interference Issues? Try the New Genie LED Light Bulb

Garage Door Repair Co.
Accessories, Openers, Repair & Maintenance

Garage Door Opener interference comes in various forms. We have seen many different issues over the years that have caused problems with wireless accessories for garage door openers. One of the most recent culprits is one many people don’t know about… YOUR LIGHT BULB!

New Rustic Aspen Magnetic Garage Door Hardware with Clavos and Hammered Finish
Aug 9

Aug 9 New Rustic Aspen Magnetic Garage Door Hardware with Clavos and Hammered Finish

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Accessories

Creative Hardware has release the new rustic aspen magnetic garage door hardware with clavos and hammered finish. This new hardware offers an old world, hammered iron look with a realistic textured finish. Immediately transform the look of your home with this easy add on garage door accessory.

Genie GIT-1 Garage Door Opener Remote Troubleshooting Tips
May 18

May 18 Genie GIT-1 Garage Door Opener Remote Troubleshooting Tips

Garage Door Repair Co.
Openers, Repair & Maintenance

The Genie bullet remote comes in several configurations which include the GIT-1 single button, GIT-2 two button and the GIT-3 three button. This model of remote was commonly used on many different types of Genie garage door openers. Learn how to troubleshoot your Genie GIT-1 garage door opener remote with these informative tips. 

Keeping Your Garage Door Opener Light Cover Free of Debris Could Prevent a Fire
Dec 22

Dec 22 Keeping Your Garage Door Opener Light Cover Free of Debris Could Prevent a Fire

Garage Door Repair Co.
Safety & Security, Openers, Repair & Maintenance

While out on a standard service call, we came across an issue that could pose real threat to any home. Properly maintaining the equipment in your home and being aware of your surroundings will help reduce fire hazards.

Noisy Garage Door? Replace Your Rollers Before They Fail... Before/After Video
Nov 30

Nov 30 Noisy Garage Door? Replace Your Rollers Before They Fail... Before/After Video

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Repair & Maintenance

Worn out garage door rollers can cause more problems than loud obnoxious noise. We have seen garage doors come off track due to rollers that should have been replaced months if not years prior.

Genie Recalls Screw Drive Garage Door Openers
Jun 10

Jun 10 Genie Recalls Screw Drive Garage Door Openers

Garage Door Repair Co.
Safety & Security, Openers

Genie Company recalls 18,000 PowerMax & TriloG screw drive garage door openers sold in the United States and Canada due to a possible fire hazard. The control board can overheat causing the unit to catch fire.

Garage Door Opener Light Not Working? Here's Why...
Jun 7

Jun 7 Garage Door Opener Light Not Working? Here's Why...

Garage Door Repair Co.
Openers, Repair & Maintenance

The light on your garage door opener has become a convenience you rely on every day. Being able to pull into your garage and have courtesy light for 5 minutes allows you to see where you are walking as you enter your home.

Different Types of Garage Door Rollers
May 21

May 21 Different Types of Garage Door Rollers

Garage Door Repair Co.
Repair & Maintenance, Garage Doors

The best garage door rollers for most people are the Ultra-Life 13 Ball Bearing Sealed Nylon Rollers. These super quiet nylon rollers are rated at 100,000 cycles which is ten times longer than the standard roller.

10 Common Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring
May 14

May 14 10 Common Signs of a Broken Garage Door Spring

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Repair & Maintenance

When a garage door service company gets a phone call in reference to a broken spring, the first thing the homeowner usually says is “the cables are broken”.

Unbalanced Garage Doors Can Wear Garage Door Openers
May 7

May 7 Unbalanced Garage Doors Can Wear Garage Door Openers

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Openers, Repair & Maintenance

Automatic openers provide convenience and safety that many Americans rely on every day. It is not uncommon for a family to live in their home for years without ever having to lift their garage door manually.

The Best Garage Door Lubricant
Apr 14

Apr 14 The Best Garage Door Lubricant

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Repair & Maintenance

This is one of the most common questions we receive from homeowners when performing service calls and it is a great question. Most homeowners look for whatever is available in their garage, which is usually a can of WD-40.

Should I Replace One Garage Door Spring or Two?
Mar 7

Mar 7 Should I Replace One Garage Door Spring or Two?

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Repair & Maintenance

When you find yourself standing in your garage with a service technician, looking up at your broken garage door spring, you will probably be asked "Would you like to replace one spring or two?". 

Local News Station Aired Unsafe Garage Door Advice
Jun 2

Jun 2 Local News Station Aired Unsafe Garage Door Advice

Garage Door Repair Co.
Safety & Security, Openers

A local news station in San Antonio, Tx aired a story on its May 7th, 10 pm news program pertaining to the garage door being an easy entryway into a house. The reporter's suggested solution was to use a zip-tie and cut off the emergency release rope and handle. Similar news stories have appeared in other cities with the United States. 

Carriage House Decorative Magnetic Garage Door Hardware
Mar 2

Mar 2 Carriage House Decorative Magnetic Garage Door Hardware

Garage Door Repair Co.
Garage Doors, Accessories

Amarr released Castle Rock Magnetic Garage Door Hardware as an accessory to their lineup of steel garage doors. The Castle Rock collection includes lightweight, rust-resistant ABS vinyl decorative 12" handles and 16" hinges with UV protection that magnetically attach to steel doors.

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