How to choose a garage door that will last
How to choose a garage door that will last A garage door is the largest single moving component of a home and a quality door will last for decades. If you are in the market for a new door or perhaps replacing one that is damaged or worn, it is important to take your time…
Why you should never attempt to handle garage door repairs on your own
Why you should never attempt to handle garage door repairs on your own If you are like many DIY-savvy homeowners out there, you love a good project. You can’t wait for the weekend and taking on the latest challenge, whether it is an expansive landscaping effort, shoring up that retaining wall, repainting siding or addressing…
Garage door roller maintenance basics
Garage door roller maintenance basics Quick, what is the largest moving part of a home? If you answered garage door, you nailed it. Not all homes have automatic garage doors, of course (or garages for that matter), but that enormous portal is a heavy, hard-working component in many people’s lives. A typical garage door runs…
How to Soundproof a Garage for Band Practice
Practice makes perfect, and unless you have access to professional musical studios or practice venues, many amateur musicians start out practicing in the garage. In today’s blog, the garage door experts at Larry Myers Garage Door cover how to soundproof a garage for band practice so that you won’t disrupt the whole neighborhood while perfecting…
Why Wood? Tracking This Overhead Door Trend
With a timeless, natural appeal, wood is an aesthetic asset that can increase the curb appeal of any home. In this blog from Larry Myers Garage Doors, you can discover some of the top pros and cons of installing a wood garage door.
What Color Should I Paint My Garage Door?
At Larry Myers Garage Doors, there are some questions we get asked all the time, like which garage door is right for me and should I repair or replace my garage door? Today, we’re tackling another frequently asked question: what color should I paint my garage door?
4 Garage Temperature Control Tips for the Hot Summer Months
Even in the Pacific Northwest, summers can get pretty hot, and if your garage doesn’t have air conditioning, it can really heat up during the summer months. Here are 4 garage temperature control tips to help keep you cool.
The Advantages of Having a Detached Garage
Adding a garage to your home can create additional storage space for cars, ATVs, motorcycles, golf carts, boats, and other large items. Garages can also be repurposed to be used as a home gym, workshop, art studio, home office, a mini greenhouse, or additional living space. In addition to their practical uses, garages also add…
Should You Choose a Garage Door With Windows?
Wondering which garage door is right for you? There are plenty of different colors, styles, and materials to choose from. To help you narrow down your options, we’ve compiled some of the advantages and disadvantages of garage doors with windows.
Everything You Need to Know About Garage Fire Safety
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, every year, there are over 6,500 garage fires in homes across the country. Because garage fires can spread farther and faster than fires in other areas of the home, these yearly fires result in an average of 30 deaths, 400 injuries, and $457 million in property loss. That’s why…