Garage Door Opener Brands to Avoid
Don’t Make These Mistakes: Garage Door Opener Brands to Avoid Table of Contents When choosing a suitable garage door opener, you can find many brands on the market, making it challenging to select one.Many brands excel in performance and innovation, but some need improvement regarding customer support, durability, and features. Here, we explore different garage […]
Wall-mounted door openers 101
Wall Mount Garage Door Openers: The Space-Saving, Quiet Solution for Your Ottawa Home If you want a sleek, quiet, and efficient way to upgrade your garage door system, a wall-mount garage door opener in Ottawa could be the answer. Unlike a traditional ceiling-mounted system, we install a wall-mounted (or jackshaft) garage door opener on the […]
Different Styles of Garage Doors
What Are the Different Styles of Garage Doors? Your garage door is more than an entry point to your home; it is a significant part of your property’s exterior. Choosing the right garage door style can help elevate your home’s curb appeal while adding value and functionality. Table of Contents Different Styles of Garage Doors […]
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 No, you should not open a broken garage door spring. A door with a broken spring is difficult to open because the garage door opener has lost the support springs that lift […]
Garage Doors That Open By Themselves
Solving the Mystery Why Does a Garage Door Open By Itself? Table of Contents That is an interesting question. Your garage door should not open by itself. Even if you are equipped with an automatic garage door opener, this sometimes happens for different reasons.It poses a safety risk, leading to security concerns that can lead […]
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 Opener Pros and Cons You’re busy renovating your home, and the garage door needs replacing. But what type of garage door should you choose? Should you choose one with a chain or belt drive? You’re not alone, as many homeowners face this common problem. Luckily, we are here to help […]
Garage Door Cable Broke – Do You Replace the Pair?
Snap! One Garage Door Cable Down – Do You Replace the Pair? Your garage door has cables on both sides to lift/lower it. While these cables are durable, they can break with time. They start to lose tension, fray, and snap. Did Your Garage Door Cable Break? Here’s What You Should Know About Replacing One […]
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 […]