Is it a good idea to insulate the garage door?

• <div><p>Without a doubt, insulating a garage door is a surefire way to make your home more energy efficient. Not only does insulating your garage door reduce your electric bills, but it also helps protect your valuables inside your garage, all while making for a quieter interior space. </p><p>In regions that drop below 0 degrees Fahrenheit, your car's battery is at risk of malfunctioning in a garage that drops dangerously low. So, homeowners who reside in extremely cold climates can especially benefit from insulating their garages.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best type lubricant for a garage door?

• <div><p>It's best to use a silicone- or lithium-based lubricant since they're designed to deeply penetrate the door's components and provide long-lasting protection against wear and tear. Avoid using WD-40 and standard grease since they can potentially strip away existing lubrication or attract dust and dirt, respectively. </p></div>

Q: What is a garage door panel?

• <div><p>A garage door panel is a section of the garage door that spans the width of the door and connects to other panels above and/or below to create a folding door. The panels usually each have rollers on the sides that fit into the tracks and direct the sectioned door to open and close while remaining in balance.</p></div>

Q: Can Christmas lights be stored in the garage?

• <div><p>Christmas lights and decorations are prone to heat and humidity damage, so keep this in mind if you store them in the garage. Put the lights in plastic bins with tight-fitting lids to keep moisture out to keep them safe until next year. </p></div>

Q: What gap should there be between the garage door and frame?

• <div><p>There should not be any visible gaps between the garage door and frame. If the gap is big enough that you can either see daylight or feel a draft, this indicates a problem. Bring in a garage door professional to help you discover why the gap exists. A pro may also be able to offer suggestions for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-insulate-a-garage.htm">how to insulate a garage</a>. </p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2020
I had 14 windows replaced including a 10 foot picture window, 4 exterior doors with storm doors and Seth did an excellent job. He was courteous, professional and cleaned up. I also had a bathroom remodel that John was the installer and he also did a fantastic job with the accolades as Seth. I...
Elite Concepts, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
He came when promised. He reset the hardware on the doors, ensuring their setting and tightness. Then he rehung the doors and re-installed on of the floor guides. He spent about thirty minutes doing so which was quicker than I could have done it back in the day.
Dan's Home Repair & Construction
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Reviewed in December 2016
Awesome. Had to use some quick thinking to get the heavy piece out a door that was too small.
Bell Movers Moving Service
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Reviewed in December 2016
I could not be happier with the results of Bob's work. He took the time to do the project right. He was great about walking me through everything and explaining the pros and cons of different options. He also offered his advice for parts of the project that I wasn't sure about. For example, he...
Bob Lisenbee Siding & Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2014
We have an oversized garage door, and every 3+ years the spring breaks because of the extra heaviness of the door. The owner of the company came out as it was after hours and everyone else had left for the day. He missed his child's game to fix our garage door. His service was prompt and well...
Adams Door Inc
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Reviewed in February 2014
garage door wouldn't close during the polar votex weather. The service man came out promptly and fixed the issue.
Dan's Overhead Doors & More
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Reviewed in January 2013
Within minutes of talking to the Dispatcher, I received a call from Bill, and he said he was on his way. He arrived within 20 minutes, and he was able to diagnose my problem. He talked me through my different rapair options, and was knowledgeable about each, without being "pushy" or...
Precision Overhead Garage Door
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Reviewed in December 2012
We had him do our siding and rain gutters in 2011 and knew we'd use him again for everything. This year's project was the garage door on the pole building. Coming up... a deck?
Al Borchardt & Son
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Reviewed in April 2010
I wasn't able to open my garage door so called and described the symptoms I was seeing. It was diagnosed over the phone. It was suspected that I had a broken spring and I was provided with a quote. We set up a time to meet and he came and replaced both springs and performed other routine...
ASAP DOOR COMPANY INC
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Reviewed in April 2006
The spring on our garage door broke and the door wouldn't move, even when we attempted to lift it by hand. I called GDI and one of their first questions after my initial explanation was, ''is this an emergency?'' Specifically, they asked whether our car(s) were trapped in the garage, and offered...
Garage Doors of Indianapolis
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