“I pushed the button and the door does not open.” One of our most common problems among homeowners.  The life of a quality garage door opener typically last about 15 years. During that time frame they do their job diligently every day, opening and closing the door. There are many reasons a garage door opener stops...Read More

People experience all sorts of issues regarding their garage doors and openers, some problems are much more common than others. If your garage or opener are giving you trouble here are four of the most common problems that our technicians see in the field.   What Causes Garage Door Problems? 1. Broken spring When a...Read More

“My garage door opener is broken and I don’t know if I should repair or replace?” This is a common question we hear from our customers.  We say that nowadays, with our increased use of our garages, a quality garage door opener will last 9-10 years.  Some they will last longer, some will be shorter....Read More

Many people see a garage door as an afterthought, but the age and look of the door can play a big role in the first impression your home creates.  Your garage generally accounts for 20–40 percent of your home, so it’s a feature that should not be overlooked when planning and designing. A garage is...Read More

The word “squeegee” is not only fun to say, it is a great tool to have in your home! As I was using my squeegee to clean the Minnesota winter slop off my garage floor, I was reflecting on all the uses of the lowly simple squeegee.   Using A Squeegee To Clean Your Garage...Read More

Prevent Winter Garage Door Issues! It seems like this cold weather we are experiencing has taken us by surprise this year.  The cold weather has come much earlier this winter and is causing all sorts of garage door troubles. Stripped gears in operators and broken springs on your garage door seem to be the popular...Read More

Time For Winter Storage: Where to Stash Your Stuff… The fall has quickly turned to winter in Minnesota. Along with our seasonal transition comes the task of getting our homes ready for the long winter ahead. Flower pots, hoses, shovels and garden implements, lawn furniture, boats, motorcycles, lawn mowers and holiday decorations are all looking...Read More

Is Your Garage Door Prepared For Winter? Winter is coming and it is knocking on your garage door.  Some of us hearty Minnesotans look forward to winter, others not so much, but one thing we agree on is nobody looks forward to a winter garage door repair.  No one wants to get out in the...Read More

Finally… A Practical (and incredible) Christmas Gift! A new garage door opener or any one of the new electronic gadgets that accessorize your garage door opener could be that perfect gift. Liftmaster Garage Door Openers with the My-Q technology, are especially nice for the techie person on your gift list. The My-Q enabled accessories allow...Read More

No one wants to deal with a door or operator that’s not working when its -10 degrees outside… Instead of dealing with troublesome garage doors in the cold winter months, here are a few good ways to prepare your garage door and opener for the brutal Minnesota winter.   3 Ways To Winterize Your Garage...Read More