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How to Get Into Your Garage When There’s a Power Failure

Oct 18, 2017

When the power goes out, your automatic garage door opener won’t work. This can be stressful during a storm, power outage or other emergency. Fix My Garage Door Thankfully, there’s a safe and easy way to get into your garage when the power is out. While the procedure can vary slightly by model of garage […]

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How to Turn Off Your LiftMaster® Garage Door’s Light Feature

Oct 04, 2017

The popular LiftMaster garage door series carries many helpful features, including an automatic light to add visibility at night when you enter through your open garage door. But depending on when and how often you access your garage, you may or may not want the light to turn on. Fix My Garage Door We’ve put […]

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Garage Door Lighting, how it increases your curb appeal.

Sep 16, 2017

A beautiful garage door can significantly increase the curb appeal of your home. Your garage door is an extension of your home’s exterior, and how well you take care of it is a reflection on how you want others to feel about it. By the same token, the right residential garage door lighting can also […]

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How Long Does a Garage Door Opener Last?

Aug 03, 2017

You may have given some thought to replacing your garage door, but you have probably given less thought to when to replace a garage door opener. It’s important not to neglect this, especially if you open and close your garage door multiple times a day. Fix My Garage Door So, when is it time to […]

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Best Way to store summer toys in your garage

Jul 28, 2017

Summertime is a fun and often busy time of year. Whether it’s yardwork, sporting events, taking the kids to the pool, or Sunday evening drives in the convertible, many of us end up neglecting our typical garage organization system and are left wondering, “how in the world did my garage become so messy?” With summer […]

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When to Replace a Garage Door

Jul 24, 2017

Your garage door may not look its best, but how do you know when to repair vs. replace a garage door? How long do garage doors last — and when is it cost effective to buy an entirely new door? Here are some tips for figuring out when you should repair your garage door and […]

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Top 5 Ways to Upgrade your Garage

Jul 17, 2017

When we want to upgrade our homes, we tend to think of the areas we spend the most time in – living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, etc. So why is it that so many of us don’t think about how our garages can be upgraded in the same ways? The garage is so much more than […]

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Why Did My Garage Door Come Off Its Tracks?

Jun 29, 2017

There are a number of reasons why a garage door could come off its tracks and hit the ground. By understanding what could cause such an event, will assist you in staying constantly vigilant for any potential problems that could arise. A garage door that comes off its tracks is extremely dangerous.  There is a […]

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Garage Door Safety Tips

Jun 16, 2017

To ensure garage doors stand strong against extreme weather, security threats and other potential incidents, they’re designed to be heavy. However, their bulkiness also poses certain safety hazards, especially to children and pets. To help you and your family operate your garage door safely, we’ll discuss common garage door safety issues, review some safety features […]

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Moving to Tampa: What You Need to Know

May 30, 2017

What is it like to live in Tampa, Florida? Tampa so much more than just the ultimate vacation destination. People settle permanently in the Sunshine State for a variety of reasons. This ocean-side city is one of the most popular places to live in the state. Tampa offers temperate weather, beautiful scenery, a lively culinary […]

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Why do I need a backup battery for my garage door opener?

May 26, 2017

There are many benefits to living in Florida, from the beautiful beaches to warm weather to fun local attractions. But, with these benefits lies stormy weather and the yearly threat of a hurricane strike. As a precaution, did you know that you could equip your garage door opener with a backup battery, so if and when […]

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