Dented Garage Door Panel: Repair or Replace?
A small dent may be cosmetic but a crease or crack can weaken the door. See when to repair one panel and when to replace the whole door.
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Install a Garage Door Opener Yourself or Hire a Pro?
Installing a garage door opener is possible for a handy homeowner but the door must be balanced first. See the risks and what a pro adds.
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Garage Door Styles: How to Choose One That Fits Your Home
Compare raised panel, flat panel, carriage house and full view garage door styles. Learn what to weigh before you choose a new door.
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Can You Paint a Garage Door? Prep, Paint and Timing
Yes you can paint most garage doors. Learn how to prepare the surface and choose paint. Includes weather timing and what not to paint.
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Garage Door Struts: What They Do and When You Need Them
Struts are horizontal bars that stiffen a garage door panel. See the signs a door needs them and when the panel itself needs repair.
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Garage Door Opener Battery Backup: Is It Worth Having?
A battery backup lets some openers work during a power outage. See how it works and whether you need one for a New England home.
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Garage Door Stops Halfway: Causes and What to Check
When a garage door stops halfway the opener, the door balance or the track may be at fault. Learn how to tell which and what is safe to try.
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Garage Door Sensor Blinking: What It Means and How to Fix It
A blinking garage door sensor usually means the beam is blocked or the eyes are out of line. Follow these checks to get the door closing again.
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Why Does My Garage Door Open by Itself?
A garage door that opens on its own is usually a stuck wall button or a stray remote signal. Find the cause with a few simple checks.
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How to Program a Garage Door Remote or Keypad
Learn the basic steps to program a garage door remote or keypad. Includes what the learn button does and when to erase old codes.