Can You Open Your Garage Door with a Broken Spring?

Can You Open Your Garage Door with a Broken Spring?

Can You Open Your Garage Door with a Broken Spring? Written by Danny G. Garage Door Technician – Ottawa Garage Doors & Openers Encountering a broken garage door spring can be a significant dilemma for any homeowner. It raises an important question: Can you still open your garage door, and more importantly, should you? Ottawa […]

Garage Doors That Open By Themselves

Garage Doors That Open By Themselves

Phantom Garage Door Opening: Solving the Mystery of Garage Doors That Open By Themselves Table of Contents Ever experienced the baffling scenario where your garage door opens by itself? It’s not just a freaky occurrence; it’s a common problem known as phantom garage door opening. Let’s delve into this peculiar issue and unravel the reasons […]

The Ultimate Guide to Garage Door Fixes

The Ultimate Guide to Garage Door Fixes!

The Ultimate Guide to Garage Door Fixes! DIY Disaster or Pro Power? Welcome to the high-stakes world of garage door repairs, where the line between a DIY triumph and a call for professional backup is as fine as a spider’s web. Are you ready to channel your inner DIY superhero, or is it time to […]

Belt vs Chain Garage Door Openers

Belt vs Chain Garage Door Openers: What to Choose

Belt vs Chain Garage Door Openers: The Epic Showdown for Your Garage’s Soul! In the red corner, the time-tested, rugged warrior – the Chain Drive Garage Door Opener. In the blue corner, the sleek, stealthy ninja of silence – the Belt Drive Garage Door Opener. Ding Ding! It’s time for the ultimate showdown to decide […]

Garage Door Cable Broke – Do You Replace the Pair?

Garage Door Cable Broke - Do You Replace the Pair?

Snap! One Garage Door Cable Down – Do You Replace the Pair? The Cable Conundrum Cracked! Boom! One of your garage door cables decided to call it quits, and now you’re in the midst of a mechanical melodrama. The big question hammering in your brain: Should I replace just the renegade cable or its silent […]

Should I Replace Both Garage Door Springs?

Should I Replace Both Garage Door Springs?

Should I Replace Both Garage Door Springs? Double Trouble or Single Saviour? The Great Garage Door Spring Debate! Bang! Your garage door spring just gave up the ghost. Now you’re standing there, scratching your head, wondering: “Do I replace just the fallen hero or do I draft its twin into the game too?” Welcome to […]

Why Does My Garage Door Stop and Go Back Up? 

Why Does My Garage Door Stop and Go Back Up? Your Garage Door Acts Like a Boomerang: Closes, Then Reopens – The Mystery Solved! Are you tired of playing peek-a-boo with your garage door? You hit the close button, it humbly obeys, descends gracefully… and then, in a dramatic twist, it rises back up like […]

How to Fix a Noisy Garage Door

How to Fix a Noisy Garage Door

How to Fix a Noisy Garage Door Is your garage door making an unwelcome symphony of squeaks and groans whenever it opens or closes? A noisy garage door can be more than just an annoyance; it may also indicate that some components need attention. This guide will walk you through the steps to fix a […]

How to Reset Your Garage Door Opener

How to Reset Your Garage Door Opener

How to Reset Your Garage Door Opener Is your garage door opener acting up? Then Ottawa Garage Doors & Openers will come to your rescue. But you can take a few steps to reset your garage door opener.The process is relatively easy.Here, we guide you through the steps to get your opener working again. GET […]

Winterizing Your Garage Door

Winterizing Your Garage Door: Preventing Cold-Weather Emergencies As the winter chill sets in, ensuring your home is cozy extends beyond your living space to the often-overlooked garage. A well-maintained garage door enhances your home’s energy efficiency and prevents cold-weather emergencies. But what can you do to winterize your garage door to avoid cold-weather emergencies? Luckily, […]

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