A Des Moines Garage Door Blog

Throughout the winter, you may experience problems with your garage door system due to cold temperatures. Maybe your garage door is stuck, makes too much noise while operating, or has trouble opening and closing. These problems are common in the winter and are often due to one of the following issues.

The following statements may, at first glance, seem obvious to you, or you may not think they're important. Our professional advice, however, is to heed the warnings and tips in this post. Many home and business owners run into serious problems by skipping regular inspections, being careless, or attempting to do work they're unqualified to perform. This information will help keep you safe and your garage door in good shape longer so you can avoid unnecessary repairs or the need for premature replacement.

As we all know, you can’t believe everything you hear or read online. You use your garage door every day, so it’s important to understand the basics of how your system operates and how to take care of it. Whether you were misinformed by a “professional,” Uncle Carl, or the internet, don't be fooled by these misconceptions about garage doors and their operating systems. 

Tis the season! Many of your neighbors probably already have their Christmas lights set up. If your house is one of the few sad-looking homes left on the street, it’s time to get out the ladder, untangle your lights from last year, and get to work! Hanging lights around the garage area can sometimes be a bit tricky. Here are some tips to help make the process go smoothly and to help you avoid damaging your garage door, the largest moving part of your home.

Eventually, your garage door will need to be replaced. Nothing lasts forever. If that time is approaching for you, it's time to start searching for the perfect garage door for your home and a garage door company to install it for you. If you’re a do-it-yourself kind of person, you may be considering installing your new garage door on your own. We’re here today to tell you why that is usually an unwise choice. We aren’t just trying to get you to call us. Our number one priority is safety—the safety of our employees and our customers. Here are several reasons why installing a garage door is best left to the pros.

Pretty soon it will be way too cold in Iowa to do any outside work without being absolutely miserable while doing it! Before we get to that point, heed the following tips so you can avoid having to deal with a dirty, crowded, disorganized garage on top of the already unpleasant winter cold. Organize and optimize your garage space so everything you need this winter is easily accessible.

The largest opening in the home is often overlooked, but neglecting your garage can end up costing you. If your garage isn’t prepared for winter and it’s connected to your house, it can make your home drafty and uncomfortable as well as let in harmful gases (like car fumes) that pose a threat to you and your family. Your home may be well insulated, but if the air is still getting out or sneaking in via the garage, then what’s the point?

Filling in holes and gaps that let in the cold winter air and other elements, won’t only increase your comfort and home’s overall energy efficiency but make it safer as well. Here's how to insulate your garage for winter.

Summer’s coming to an end. As we prepare for the colder weather and pull out the pumpkins and warm apple cider, it’s important to make sure our homes are ready for the changing conditions as well. Performing a few preventive maintenance tasks every fall will help keep your door running smoothly (so you avoid having to make several repairs in the spring) and could potentially save you a lot of money in the long run. As a general rule, the following tasks should be performed twice a year, ideally in the fall and spring.

Most homeowners make at least one of three common mistakes. If you’re among them, it’s time to make a change! Doing so can save you a lot of money and prevent many accidents.

Some would rather get out the toolbox and try their hand at repairing their broken garage door than pay a garage door technician to do the job. At first glance, it may seem like the frugal option, but is it truly wise to attempt to repair your garage door on your own if you’re not a certified professional? Before you begin your next DIY garage door repair project, ask yourself the following questions.