Do I have to have sensors on my garage door?

• <div><p>If you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-open-garage-door-manually.htm">open your garage manually</a>, you don’t need sensors. If you have an automatic garage door opener, sensors are required by law. The <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/07/13/2018-14909/safety-standard-for-automatic-residential-garage-door-operators">federal law UL 325</a> mandates that all residential garage door openers in the U.S. must include sensors. Designed to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of entrapment, the sensors should be able to reverse the motion of the garage door within two seconds of detecting an obstruction. The sensors are there to keep you, your family, and your belongings safe from a door that might otherwise come down too hard or too fast. </p></div>

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Q: Can you put regular cabinets in the garage?

• <div><p>Most cabinetry made for a garage will have special coatings and finishes built to withstand extreme heat and cold, moisture, pest damage, rusting, and dry rot. However, many homeowners have put their old kitchen cabinets in the garage, added a couple of fresh coats of paint, and use them for a while without too much wear and tear. </p></div>

Q: How do I keep my garage from freezing?

• <div><p>You can prevent your garage from freezing by applying techniques like sprinkling salt onto the garage floor, installing a garage heater, shoveling snow outside the door, and more. Additional methods of preventing your garage from freezing over is to seal all potential air gaps, replace weatherstripping, and adding insulation to the surrounding walls to keep the heat from escaping.</p></div>

Q: How often should garage doors be serviced professionally?

• <div><p>Annually, to check for wear, lubricate parts, and ensure safe operation.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a carriage house and a garage?

• <div><p>A carriage house combines garage or storage space with living space, usually in two stories, while a garage generally does not offer any living space. Carriage houses are built with plumbing, insulation, and heating and cooling systems, which are usually features not found in traditional garages. Building codes and insurance requirements greatly differ between the two types of structures, and may make it difficult to convert a garage to a carriage house.</p></div>

Q: Do I have to have sensors on my garage door?

• <div><p>If you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-open-garage-door-manually.htm">open your garage manually</a>, you don&rsquo;t need sensors. If you have an automatic garage door opener, sensors are required by law. The <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/07/13/2018-14909/safety-standard-for-automatic-residential-garage-door-operators">federal law UL 325</a> mandates that all residential garage door openers in the U.S. must include sensors. Designed to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of entrapment, the sensors should be able to reverse the motion of the garage door within two seconds of detecting an obstruction. The sensors are there to keep you, your family, and your belongings safe from a door that might otherwise come down too hard or too fast. </p></div>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in March 2024
Had Nick at A1 clean my house and garage I couldnâ t believe how dirty they actually were it looks like a new place will definitely be calling him back for a yearly cleaning
A1 Mobile Wash
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Reviewed in June 2021
The guy that came his name was Angelo very polite courteous went right to work did his job cleaned up after himself I was very pleased with the work and with him thank you anybody needs a garage door guy he's your man
Rockys Garage Door
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Reviewed in December 2015
Joe the sales person was punctual but that was that only good thing I can say. I decided to use Design Garage Doors, and email the signed proposal to Joe I never heard back from him. I was told the garage door would arrive in 2 to 2 1/2 weeks . After 3 weeks and trying to call all the listed...
Design Garage Doors
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Reviewed in July 2013
I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at...
Havenhouse Upholstery
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Reviewed in March 2012
They responded to my call for an estimate very quickly. Kenny did a very thorough inspection of the entire house, garage, attic and all rooms. He showed me where he found dry wood termites in the garage ceiling and explained in detail how they would treat the area. Their estimate was the...
Chet's Termite & Pest Management Inc
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Norb Miller General Contractor

Norb Miller General Contractor

Customers say: Quality work

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47 years of experience

Norb Miller General Contractor of Dundee, NY specializes in remodeling services for over 30 years. We have an exceptional reputation in the Finger Lakes region for exceeding our customers' expectations. From kitchen additions, bathroom additions, remodeling and basement conversions to windows and siding, we are here to see your vision to a beautiful end result. Our fully insured company also helps in guiding and overseeing our valued customers' design process. When you want quality and affordable prices, we are here for you.

"Norb and his crew did a great job on all my projects. Highly recommend."

Douglas M on June 2024

"Norb and his crew did a great job on all my projects. Highly recommend."

Douglas M on June 2024

Scenic Vista Builders, LLC

Scenic Vista Builders, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

7 years of experience

Post frame building.. roofing... new construction

"These folks are top-notch. We used them for interior framing, insulation and they are adding porch roofs this spring. They are fair, timely and masterful in their trade. Call them!!!"

Jeffrey H on February 2023

Post frame building.. roofing... new construction

"These folks are top-notch. We used them for interior framing, insulation and they are adding porch roofs this spring. They are fair, timely and masterful in their trade. Call them!!!"

Jeffrey H on February 2023

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