Exploring Garage Door Options

If you've taught your children to have a healthy respect for dangerous items in the house and garage – such as your lawnmower and chainsaw – it's important to remember that you should also provide some safety education about the garage door. While it might seem innocent enough, the garage door can pose a risk in several ways. Hospitals documented more than 13,000 cases of injuries in 2007 that involved garage doors. Given that children are often at risk of a garage door-related injury because they frequently play around it, it's imperative to set forth several rules that will discourage your children from playing in this manner. [Read More]

Many home improvements add value to a home, but some projects give you a bigger bang for your buck than others. Since many homeowners want the best money for their remodeling dollars, it is a good idea to start out with the renovations that have the best pay out in the long run. If you plan to have some remodeling done soon, consider the following projects with some of the best return on investment: [Read More]

If you own a business housed in a building with several garage doors, you may be particularly vulnerable to break-ins. Residential garage doors can be opened from the outside in just a few seconds using a wire coat hanger or other device. While your commercial garage doors could provide a bit more security than typical residential doors, they're still no match for a determined burglar seeking the tools or other valuables you keep inside. [Read More]

A noisy garage door can really grate on your nerves, especially if you're someone who enjoys peace and quiet. While some noise is to be expected when you open and close your door, it should be minimal. If your door is noisy, it might need to be repaired. Maintenance issues, such as loose hardware and parts, cause unnecessary vibration, friction and noise. Following are just a few of the issues that can cause your door to be noisy. [Read More]