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You’re in the garage one day and suddenly, your garage door makes a funny sound. As time passes, there’s another creak and maybe a bang. You’re not too worried, as long as it operates normally. However, you know that eventually the racket is the result of some sort of problem that needs to be fixed. You know that you might be on your way to work one morning and your car could be stuck in the garage if you don’t get it taken care of.

The surface of your driveway says a great deal about how much you care for the appearance of your home, and it can impact your curb appeal as well. With so many different materials available on the market today, it is important to weigh the pros and cons to determine the best possible look to your own driveway, and one that fits within your budget.

The garage door is a trusted and reliable part of our home…until it isn’t. After all, garage doors do malfunction, fail and ultimately need to be replaced. They can age and degrade and make our homes look pretty bad where curb appeal is concerned. Because of that, we are going to look at the top 7 reasons to consider updating or replacing your garage door.

Are you planning to buy new garage door sometime in the near future? If so, you’ll want to make sure you make the most of this major investment. To do this, make sure you secure the service of an experienced garage door specialist. This way, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that the door you buy will meet your needs and fall well within your budget.

In an extensive interview with Lars Niit, president of Door Systems Metro Boston, he provides answers to questions about what homeowners should look for when purchasing a new garage door.

During the winter, your car has to be kept inside your garage. Once the snow stops flying, however, you can move your auto out into the driveway and use your garage for other purposes. While a ping pong table or workshop might seem like the obvious choice, your garage can also house a springtime garden.

Have you ever really thought about how much you put your garage door through? We have, and we’ve evaluated some of the performance challenges you’ve probably never even thought of! We’re pretty sure you’ll see your garage door in a new light after reading this blog, and you’ll also understand why investing in quality and having your door installed by professionals counts

On the fence about insulating and heating your garage? Is it worth it? Are there zoning laws that require you to do it? While your area might require that any walls shared between an attached garage and the home itself have a common R-value, there’s no law that says the entire garage needs to be insulated. What’s more, if yours is a detached garage, then there are no rules requiring any insulation anywhere.

You’re planning your new home but the developers have different ideas – one thinks you should install two single garage doors, and the other thinks a wide double door will look better – how do you choose which is the best fit for you? Here are some pointers that should help you choose the best type of door for your needs and the style of your home.

Unsure of what kind of lighting to install in your new garage? Perhaps your garage lighting just isn’t up to scratch. Here are some useful tips to shed some light on the situation.