Garage Doors

Residents in Florida and the surrounding coastal areas anticipate a roughly five-month-long hurricane season yearly. And as the accumulated cost of property damage caused by natural disasters in the United States crosses $2 trillion, preparing for hurricane season is more important than ever. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is constantly researching ways to effectively forecast hurricane […]

In order to increase sales there are some garage door companies out there that are unethical and misleading to homeowners. These companies give the garage door industry a bad name. A common tactic to increase repair bills is to suggest a “hardware overhaul” and the prices can vary greatly with these companies. So the question […]

  If energy efficiency is a concern or a stronger, quieter garage door is something that is of interest, then investigating the benefits of insulation is a must.  You can install a new hurricane rated garage door that is two layer, steel and insulation or a three layer garage door, which is when insulation is […]

If you’re putting your home on the market in the next 12-18 months and are considering a number of improvement projects to increase the resale value. The truth is, there are only a handful of home improvement projects that are worth considering if you want to maximize your short-term return on investment. Make sure you […]

The garage door has become most families’ front door, so the emphasis has gone from “looks” to longevity, safety, and strength. Garage doors with Intellicore insulation are the ultimate smart choice for homeowners. Injected with polyurethane foam, Intellicore insulated doors have incredible strength and durability while being quieter and providing year-round comfort and improving energy […]

Whether your garage door is squeaking and shaking or leaning to the side, it’s important to realize it’s time to invest in a new one for your home. Your garage door heavily impacts the curb appeal of your home and it’s important to think about what you want before installing a new door. Garage doors […]

It happens at the most inconvenient time, you’re headed to work, school, or the doctors and your garage door won’t open. Here are a few reasons why this could happen – it’s important to know what you’re dealing with. 1. Broken Springs and Worn Cables Springs can get worn down and snap – a very […]

According to a recent survey by Echo Research, 72% of American homeowners have at least one major home improvement project on their to-do-list. On average, these projects will cost about $4,000. Of this group, more than 30 million homeowners plan to sell their homes in the coming year. So, the strategy behind home improvements is […]

A special post from Nick Banko, President of Banko Overhead Doors. When I meet with new customers, we often discuss the different needs you will have for your garage doors. Whether it is finding the perfect style to complement a new home or ensuring your door is insulated to be ready for any of the […]

Did you know that adding or replacing your garage door is one of the lowest cost—but highest return on investment—projects you can do to add resale value to your home? According to Remodeling Magazine, you can, on average, recoup 66% of costs on a garage door addition here in the Tampa Bay area while recovering […]