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Q: Is it better to paint a garage floor with a roller or brush?

• <div><p>When you&rsquo;re painting a garage floor, it&rsquo;s best to use a combination of rollers and brushes. You&rsquo;ll want to start with a brush, making a border around the edges where the floor meets the wall. From there you can use a roller, though some people also like to do the entire first coat with a brush because it&rsquo;s easier to work the paint into the textured concrete.</p></div>

Q: At what temperature do garage doors freeze?

• <div><p>Garage door freezing is prompted by snowfall and freeze/thaw cycles instead of the temperature. If you get a lot of moisture around the garage door, whether from rain or melting snow, and temperatures quickly drop below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit) at night, that&rsquo;s a recipe for a frozen garage door. Winters with steep temperature drops overnight are more likely to create this problem, especially low temperatures to sustain a freeze, so weather in the lower 20s is a common culprit.</p></div>

Q: Should a garage door be lighter or darker than the house?

• <div><p>The color you choose for your garage door is up to personal preference, but you can opt for several design options when choosing the color. Look for a complementary color to that of your home or choose a monochromatic look by selecting the same color as the rest of the exterior in a different shade.</p></div>

Q: Can you manually open a garage door?

• <div><p>It is possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-open-garage-door-manually.htm">manually open a garage door</a>. However, whether you should manually open a garage door depends on the source of the problem. If the door doesn't open because of a broken spring or cable, for safety's sake, you'll want to leave the door closed until you can have a professional inspect it and repair it. If the problem lies with the opener itself, you should usually have no problem opening the door manually.</p></div>

Q: How often should I replace my hurricane garage door?

• <div><p>The lifespan of a hurricane garage door depends on several factors, such as the quality of the materials, how well it's maintained, and the local weather conditions. As a rule of thumb, most hurricane garage doors can last anywhere from 15 to 30 years or more with proper care. However, if you start to see visible damage, the garage door becomes noisier, or you experience difficulty operating it, it may be time for a replacement. </p></div>

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Last update on May 04, 2024

Reviewed in May 2024
Braintree was the first to call, immediately set up an appointment, replaced the old system with an excellent new one and took away the old broken unit and its rail. Sebastian was pleasant, professional and worked quickly. I wish more businesses were as responsive as Braintree Garage Door
Braintree Garage Door Installation & Repair
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Reviewed in April 2024
Tech was on time, polite, professional, and did a great job. Iâ d highly recommend Advanced Generator Services.
Advanced Generator Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2024
When we came back from the North to our house on Hilton Head, we discovered that both garage doors did not open and we were trapped. The first guy I contacted came, declared both openers defect and wanted to replace them. I declined and called for a second opinion. It was around 9 pm on a...
Garage Door Wizard, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
I had this company come out and build some metal handrail and metal stairs as well. I couldnÃ¢Â Â t believe the attention to detail that Keith and his crew showed and really made sure it was exactly what I wanted. Very reasonably priced and I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Tensile Strength Construction
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Reviewed in August 2022
Hired Tyler for a really tough job of fixing a non-maintained town road about a mile long. He did a great job and now we can get a cement truck down the road. He also prepped my new garage site and did some awesome landscaping while he was onsite. 5 star crew. These guys are on the top of my...
Robbins
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Reviewed in May 2022
Nick contacted me shortly after I received his name on Angi. We agreed on a time to meet which with my work schedule wasnâ t easy. He was very accommodating. He resurrected out dilapidated garage door in no time. He said it would work like it was brand new and he was 100% right. A great...
Ace Garage Door service and repair llc
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Reviewed in July 2021
Bob and Bob did an excellent job on our deck, came in under budget, and we are very pleased. If you want a deck built right call these guys
L&B Services
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Reviewed in December 2020
The sales representative came first, analyzed our needs, clearly presented what would be done, and how much it would cost. This was followed by a written estimate, and request for a 20% deposit which was very reasonable. The sales representative was always available for any questions. Alec also...
Horch Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2018
Mike Hustus has done a few carpentry projects for me in the past, including building a garage. He is very handy, and can do just about anything. He is dependable, shows up on time, and always gives me a full days work. I have another project coming up in Spring that I will be hiring him for. I...
Mike Hustus
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Reviewed in September 2017
A huge help! They cleared out all of our moving trash, and even swept the garage clean afterwards! We were very impressed!
Armor Property Management
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A&R Builders

5.0(

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Garage - BuildGarage - Build - For Business

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Clean, quick, efficient. There wasn?t the usual waste of time or material that you can get with some contractors. If you want decent work from decent contractors, here you go."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate97%

Recommended by20%of homeowners

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.7(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys get it done super hard work everything was done right I’m happy with the outcome and my wife is happy as well Tejada remodeling is awesome and well done all my projects from now on"

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Zachary was very friendly, proficient and reliable. I recommend him highly. You won't be disappointed."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by71%of homeowners

Carport (Wood) - BuildGarage - BuildGarage - Build - For Business+1 more

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The lead carpenter, Wade Ambrose, supervised the other carpenters in a kind and professional manner. The crew arrived when he said they would arrive and worked on the project steadily through completion. I am very pleased with the work they completed (stripping off clapboards, repairing the damaged area, and putting up new siding). The wages were reasonable and the worksite was clean after every work day and on completion."

Response time1 day

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Punch Construction Services Inc.

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Garage - Build - For Business

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill, the owner is very responsive to all inquires and does an outstanding job with all of the work they do. Highly recommend them!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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G.A. Doughty Construction

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Garage - BuildGarage - Build - For Business

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The subcontractor did an excellent job installing our new metal roof. We are quite happy with it."

Response time1 day

33 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by57%of homeowners

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

I am a general contractor doing carpentry basement. Kitchen and bathroom remodels decks flooring. Doors and windows, electrical and plumbing.

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Hot Sparks welding and fabrication

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Carport (Metal) - Build

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Hot sparks welding and fabrication was founded by Anthony in 2013. After spending the beginning parts of his career as traveling pipe & structural welder throughout the united states, Anthony decided it was time to return to Maine to build his dream. A business run by a team filled with integrity & strength. focusing on creating the highest level of quality, fastest turnaround, and most importantly an unmatchable customer satisfaction!

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Best service and craftsmanship I’ve ever seen. Have hired Boynton builders for numerous jobs and would recommend them to anyone"

+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Ironwood Construction

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Garage - BuildGarage - Build - For BusinessGarage - Remodel

Serving Brooks, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Working with Ironwood Construction was a fantastic experience! They were professional, prompt, and produced quality work when building my shed. I absolutely love it! I highly recommend Ironwood Construction to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled contractor."

+26

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Garages questions, answered by experts

When you’re painting a garage floor, it’s best to use a combination of rollers and brushes. You’ll want to start with a brush, making a border around the edges where the floor meets the wall. From there you can use a roller, though some people also like to do the entire first coat with a brush because it’s easier to work the paint into the textured concrete.

Garage door freezing is prompted by snowfall and freeze/thaw cycles instead of the temperature. If you get a lot of moisture around the garage door, whether from rain or melting snow, and temperatures quickly drop below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit) at night, that’s a recipe for a frozen garage door. Winters with steep temperature drops overnight are more likely to create this problem, especially low temperatures to sustain a freeze, so weather in the lower 20s is a common culprit.

The color you choose for your garage door is up to personal preference, but you can opt for several design options when choosing the color. Look for a complementary color to that of your home or choose a monochromatic look by selecting the same color as the rest of the exterior in a different shade.

It is possible to manually open a garage door. However, whether you should manually open a garage door depends on the source of the problem. If the door doesn't open because of a broken spring or cable, for safety's sake, you'll want to leave the door closed until you can have a professional inspect it and repair it. If the problem lies with the opener itself, you should usually have no problem opening the door manually.

The lifespan of a hurricane garage door depends on several factors, such as the quality of the materials, how well it's maintained, and the local weather conditions. As a rule of thumb, most hurricane garage doors can last anywhere from 15 to 30 years or more with proper care. However, if you start to see visible damage, the garage door becomes noisier, or you experience difficulty operating it, it may be time for a replacement.

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