How do I know what garage door to buy?

• <div><p>When choosing a garage door, start by considering your budget, the weather in your area, and how the door will complement your home’s look. If you’re not sure where to begin, call a local garage door company. They’ll help you figure out what matters, guide you through options, and take care of the installation.</p></div>

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: Can I use a torch to melt the ice in front of my garage door?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to use a torch to melt ice on your garage door, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. It&rsquo;s very easy to bring the flame too close to the door, which can melt the weather stripping or even the garage door itself. You&rsquo;ll melt ice quickly with a torch, but the damage you&rsquo;re likely to cause can end up costing you a few hundred dollars to fix, which isn&rsquo;t worth it. Instead, we recommend pouring hot water over the frozen area or using a less intense heat source, like a hair dryer or space heater.</p></div>

Q: What's the difference between a garage and a carport?

• <div><p>Garages are often equipped with lighting, electrical boxes, and sometimes even heating and cooling, while carports rarely have utilities. A garage is an enclosed structure that can lock and usually has an automatic door. A carport is often wood or plastic and is designed only to protect a car from elements like rain, snow, and hail. Carports are commonly seen on property where an attached garage is unfeasible but can be a cost-effective solution for car protection for anyone without a completed garage. </p></div>

Q: Are there downsides to garage screens?

• <div><p>While the benefits of garage door screens usually outweigh the downsides, there are some cons to installing one. First off, they can be quite expensive, especially if you&rsquo;re having a professional install a retracting screen or a custom size screen. Second, they let fresh air and natural light in, but they also don&rsquo;t provide the same privacy from people in the neighborhood that a solid door does. As you might guess, screens also won&rsquo;t <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-insulate-a-garage.htm">insulate your garage</a>, so they&rsquo;re often not usable in colder weather.</p></div>

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Last update on December 06, 2025

Reviewed in July 2023
Bryan did an INCREDIBLE job doing some updating around my house. He was a pleasure to work with, and his integrity is top-notch. He fixed rotted wood on exterior windows, pressure washed the entire house, replaced rotting wooden columns at my front door, and painted all the trim and doors of my...
Reed's Home Improvement (Bryan Reed LLC)
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Reviewed in December 2017
Overall experience is VERY UNSATISFACORY. The owner/operator "lady" was very unprofessional. When we initially contacted them for our garage door repair, she was very prompt. We paid advance for parts and very told 2 weeks. 4 weeks and 3 phone calls later, there was no promptness or...
Overhead Door Company of Monroe
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Reviewed in September 2014
First these folks were great with my 4 runner when I bought tires for it! They also did a rotation and forced road balance on my sequoia. So this past Saturday I bought new tires for my sequoia. Suggest that you don t buy tires when it gets close to closing time. Could tell the workers were in a...
RAY'S TIRE PROS
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Reviewed in July 2014
It's always busy. I fitted the key in my door and it worked perfectly. The new lock on my wash house also worked perfectly.
JACK'S LOCK SHOP
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Reviewed in June 2014
Brent Swanner is THE BEST! He was very very personable, responsive, caring, etc. He did the job right. Love our windows and door!!!
ACHIEVERS OF LOUISIANA INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
The proposal was written up and signed March 15, 2013. Half was paid up front for the painting portion of the job. There were some unavoidable delays due to extended periods of unusually cold weather. However, prep and painting of the house's exterior was completed for the most part by...
BLOCK'S PERMANENT COATING
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Reviewed in January 2013
.The door stopped working on a Friday at noon with the cars "stuck" in the garage. The springs had broke and the door was jammed; which made the door immobile and non responsive to the usual "tricks". I made several calls to other door companies and was told that they would not be...
GARAGE DOORS & MORE
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Reviewed in June 2012
He is very efficient, reasonably priced, has the cleanest garage I have ever seen, and the quality is really good.
JAPANESE AUTOMOTIVE
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Reviewed in May 2012
They had the material that I wanted. They came and picked the door up and brought it back. They brought it back days before it was supposed to be finished. The price was wonderful.
Hansen Screen Company
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Reviewed in July 2011
I called Holyfield's on the recommendation of someone I knew. It took a week or two for them to return my call. Once Mr. Holyfield did, he was very courteous. He met me at my home at my convenience to provide an estimate. The tree that required removal would be a difficult job given that...
HOLYFIELD TREE SVC
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