Unfortunately, some people in the garage door industry are willing to take advantage of unsuspecting home and business owners. Many of them are professional scammers and know just what to say and do to fool the uneducated. They also know just how far they can go before they tip the scale and work outside of the law.

If your home is starting to show signs of age, replacing your garage door is an upgrade to consider. A garage door upgrade can improve your home’s curb appeal, increase its energy efficiency, and make entry and exit safer and more convenient. Taken together, these benefits can represent a healthy return on the investment in your home.

WD Door will once again have a booth at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show! There is a lot to get excited about this year with special guest speakers, feature gardens, and new, innovative products and ideas to get you ready for your next home improvement, remodeling, or gardening endeavor.  Join us February 11-14, 2016 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines! It's going to be a great time!

Have you recently installed a keyless entry system to make garage access safer and more convenient? Maybe you've already had one for years and it just needs to be reprogrammed. Regardless of which of these scenarios describes your situation, you’ll want to keep this blog post handy. Use it to guide you through how to use your keyless entry correctly, how to change its batteries, and how to program or reprogram your personal identification number (PIN).

Mice love hiding in all of the nooks and crannies of garages. With toolboxes, storage units, vehicles, and summer toys crammed into many of our garages, mice have plenty of places to make themselves a home. Even a clean, organized garage can become a refuge for rodents, especially in the winter when they're looking for shelter from the cold. Once they find they have the resources to survive, a few mice in a garage can quickly transform into a large infestation. Mice carry diseases and can be very destructive, chewing through anything they can sink their teeth into, and once they're allowed into your garage, they'll have easier access to your home as well.

Several different brands and types of garage door openers are available, and with them come a variety of wireless, handheld remote controls. Whether yours is LiftMaster, Genie, or another brand, you’ll likely go through a process much like the one we’ll walk through today to replace your garage door remote battery. There might be a slight variation among different types of remotes, however, so you should always refer back to your manual to make sure the job is executed properly.

Do you need to program your LiftMaster Rolling Code remote control? Follow this guide that includes instructions for these single button control models:

• 371LM
• 371LMC

Both are equipped with 315MHz Security+. The following instructions apply to only these two remotes, both of which have universal receivers that include a purple “learn” button.

How to Keep Wind and Rain Out of Your Garage

Does water seep into your garage when it rains, or does cold wind blow through the cracks of your garage door, making your garage and home drafty and uncomfortable? Today, we’ll discuss several ways to keep the wind and water out of your garage without having to replace your entire garage door. Protect your belongings, prevent water damage, increase your home’s energy efficiency, and keep those miserable drafts out by weatherproofing your garage this winter.

Is it time to update your garage door? If you’re looking for a new commercial door that will give your building a modern look while simultaneously adding security and strength, an aluminum sectional garage door may be the perfect fit.

Numerous types of garage doors flood the market. It's up to you to sift through and find the one that's right for you when it comes time to update your garage door. We're here to make the process a little easier by offering helpful tips and information. A classic steel garage door is a great choice for many homeowners for several reasons, and it just might be the perfect fit for your home.