What to Do When Your Garage Door Spring Breaks

Broken garage door springs are one of the more commonly reported garage door problems. Contrary to what many homeowners think, it’s your garage door spring that supports and lifts your garage door, not the opener itself. This means that a garage door spring is under a great deal of tension and will eventually wear out…

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Garage Door?

Weather, an accident, or even everyday use can change the look of your garage door over time. When your garage door begins looking worse for wear, you may wonder whether it makes more sense to repair or replace it. Read on for some tips that may help you decide.

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How to Open Your Garage Door During a Power Outage

An unexpected power outage can quickly make everyday tasks inconvenient. If you have an electric garage door opener, a loss of power can cause the opener to malfunction or stop working altogether, leaving you locked into or out of your garage. In the event of a power outage, use the following steps to safely and…

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How to Manage Garage Condensation

Garage condensation is a common problem for Portland homeowners, especially in the early spring when temperatures are still cool but humidity is rising. The “sweat” you notice inside a glass garage door or on the floor of your garage might raise concerns, but it’s simply caused by a well-sealed space. Unfortunately, garage door experts can’t…

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What to Do When A Garage Door Comes Off Its Tracks

A garage door coming off its tracks can cause a world of problems for the majority of homeowners today using their garage door as the main entrance into their homes. If your garage door has ever jumped off its tracks, you know first-hand how frustrating and potentially dangerous the situation can be. Not only is…

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Why Your Garage Door Opens By Itself

Image Source Have you ever returned home from work or a vacation to find your garage door wide open? Although this isn’t a commonly experienced issue, sometimes garage doors do open by themselves — making for a confusing and potentially risky situation should intruders decide to let themselves in through your open garage. There are…

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Why Won't My Garage Door Open Fully?

When your garage door won’t open, you can be left frustrated and without answers. At Larry Myers Garage Doors, we have proudly served as the leading garage door repair service in the Vancouver and Portland areas. With many years of experience fixing all kinds of garage door complications, we can help you troubleshoot your door…

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