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Q: Can I replace my own garage door?

• <div><p>While it&rsquo;s possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/why-you-should-replace-your-garage-door.htm">replace your own garage door</a>, it&rsquo;s a dangerous DIY job, and the work is best left to professionals. Garage doors can weigh hundreds of pounds and are quite bulky, so maneuvering them into place for installation is a tough job. Additionally, working with high-tension garage door springs is dangerous, especially if you install them incorrectly. The labor for garage door replacement costs around <b>$400</b> on average, which is a small price to pay to guarantee your safety and the security of your home.</p></div>

Q: Which adds more value to a home: a garage or an extra room?

• <div><p>The decision on whether a garage or an extra room adds more value depends on several factors, including local market demand, location, and buyer preferences. Generally, added living space is more desirable to most buyers, and the utility of the new space determines its return on investment (ROI). Converting a garage into a livable area like a home office, guest room, or entertainment space can add significant value. An additional bedroom, especially one with a bathroom, will likely add the most value. However, adding a garage may be more valuable in areas with limited parking or harsh climates.</p></div>

Q: Should a new garage with an apartment be attached or detached from the home?

• <div><p>This is a matter of personal preference. However, building a detached structure is generally considered better if you intend to rent out the new space. The advantage to going with an attached garage addition is that you may pay less for plumbing, HVAC, and other features because you can use the existing systems from your home to carry over piping and wires.</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: Can you manually open the garage door?

• <div><p>If push comes to shove, and you need to manually open your garage door, then you should be able to do so. To manually open your garage door, first, make sure that the door is in the down position. You&rsquo;ll need to unlock your garage door opener&rsquo;s emergency release mechanism, which is typically a red robe that you can find on the carriage. Once you&rsquo;ve pulled the cord, you can manually lower the door.</p><p>If your garage door is stuck in an open position, consider contacting a professional to safely release the opener.</p></div>

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Last update on July 30, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
We were gone all winter and came back in February to put our car in garage. Jarod cleared a path the day before we arrived so we could get into garage. Did a great job for a reasonable amount of money. We would use him again
Odd Jobs Jarod
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Reviewed in March 2025
Ian repaired an exterior door after someone broke into our garage. He did an excellent, efficient, and clean job. He also installed a deadbolt a security cam. This cold winter caused our door to swell. Ian came out and fixed it for no charge! I highly recommend Ian Douglas Custom Design!
Ian Douglass Custom Designs
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Reviewed in October 2023
They were at my home 20 minutes after I went through Angie. Professional, nice, great work. Kevin gave me great advice on which spring to buy. I owned my own business for over 30 years, and itâ s rare to find people this great. The manager texted me, and sent Kevin out immediately. Quoted...
Level 10 Overhead Door
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Reviewed in September 2023
Electrician (Miles) was very prompt and helpful. Came out to my place in advance of doing the work to assess and advise on the project (install electric garage heater). Got to the project quickly and in fact before forecasted time and completed the work quickly and effectively. Would...
Wallace Electric
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Reviewed in October 2022
I was contacted by Abraham Torres in the Spring of 2022 to arrange for work to be completed from a bid he submitted on October 5, 2021. The work included completing three concrete aprons, one to replace the damaged attached garage driveway apron and other two were added as an entrance and exit...
JG7 Concrete & Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
I was contacted by Abraham Torres in the Spring of 2022 to arrange for work to be completed from a bid he submitted on October 5, 2021. The work included completing three concrete aprons, one to replace the damaged attached garage driveway apron and the other two were added as an entrance and...
JG7 Concrete & Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
Our garage door broke. One side fell off the runner and the other side cable broke. They went beyond just fixing it, they made sure it won't happen again by taking off the runner and straightening it properly.
Central Oregon Garage Door, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2018
Showed up on time. Completed the replacement of our garage door in 3 1/2 hours cleaned up, hauled away the old door and hardware, excellent job and easy to work with. Thanks
503 Garage Door Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2013
I needed to have my garage door adjusted and I tried to contact Cascade Door via phone for 3 consecutive weeks. My first two calls went to voicemail and were not returned. On my 3rd attempt (the 3rd week), I finally reached a live person who was professional and responsive. He explained the...
Cascade Garage Doors Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
I recently purchased a second home in Sunriver, and we looking to add some additional square footage and garage to make our home more roomy. The house was built in the 70's and has some problems, so I sought out MBDS for their cool designs displayed on their website. I gave them my budget and...
MT BACHELOR DESIGN STUDIO
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Harris and Sons LLC

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Garage - BuildGarage - Build - For BusinessGarage - Remodel

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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"We hired Harris and Sons to complete a modern privacy screen in our backyard. They were punctual and very considerate of our time and project. They were willing to come back and make sure things were done to specification. I'd hire them again. They were very honest and great to work with."

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Response time1 day

Response rate99%

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Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

"Hard working crew of 4 cleaned up all the pine needles and pine cones on my 1/2 acre property. Very satisfied with their work. Will hire them again."

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Garage - BuildGarage - Remodel

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Credit card accepted

"BBC Builders exceeded my expectations. They were fast, respectful and did a great job!"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Auxilium Construction Services, LLC

4.8(

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Carport (Wood) - Build

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Brandon and Eli of Auxilium Construction have done many projects for us, including framing in/installing a 9 foot slider, putting in an additional header between the living room/dining room, installing (framing in one) two windows, and adding a new header to a sagging window opening in our home in Terrebonne. They exceeded our expectations in communication, timeliness, respect towards us and our property. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for an excellent construction company"

Response time8 hrs

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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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All About Decks & More, LLC

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Carport (Metal) - BuildCarport (Wood) - BuildGarage - Build+2 more

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Due to a shortage of materials, as a result of the pandemic and no fault of Rickâ s, the project took longer than expected. The finished product is beautiful and above our expectations in quality. I would wholeheartedly suggest using All. About Deckâ s and More."

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Recommended by93%of homeowners

Carport (Wood) - BuildGarage - BuildGarage - Remodel

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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Two Lions, LLC has been dedicated to this craft for over 20 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time5 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Murat & Sons Construction

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Garage - Remodel

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

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With 20 years of experience in the construction field, you will not be disappointed with the quality of craftsmanship and integrity I bring everyday. Your dreams and needs are my mission. \n\nMy wide ranging experience from simple remodels to custom home building, and supervising large commercial projects have made me well rounded and able to complete any task faced.\n\nServing any area in Central Oregon.\n\nI look forward to working together to make your dreams come true!\n\n\n

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

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"expedient towards handling my issues and concerns produced quality work and hired them as my general contractor for other phases of my building project"

+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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UPVALL CONSTRUCTION LLC

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

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He did great work! He did various things around our house, including restoring a knocked down closet and repairing a door. I am moving out of Oregon for work, but if I ever come back I’ll definitely keep his number handy!"

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by23%of homeowners

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Kinzinger Construction

5.0(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving La Pine, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zach did great! His attention to detail and work ethic are top notch. He built a wheelchair ramp for me, it matches the deck perfectly."

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Garages questions, answered by experts

While it’s possible to replace your own garage door, it’s a dangerous DIY job, and the work is best left to professionals. Garage doors can weigh hundreds of pounds and are quite bulky, so maneuvering them into place for installation is a tough job. Additionally, working with high-tension garage door springs is dangerous, especially if you install them incorrectly. The labor for garage door replacement costs around $400 on average, which is a small price to pay to guarantee your safety and the security of your home.

The decision on whether a garage or an extra room adds more value depends on several factors, including local market demand, location, and buyer preferences. Generally, added living space is more desirable to most buyers, and the utility of the new space determines its return on investment (ROI). Converting a garage into a livable area like a home office, guest room, or entertainment space can add significant value. An additional bedroom, especially one with a bathroom, will likely add the most value. However, adding a garage may be more valuable in areas with limited parking or harsh climates.

This is a matter of personal preference. However, building a detached structure is generally considered better if you intend to rent out the new space. The advantage to going with an attached garage addition is that you may pay less for plumbing, HVAC, and other features because you can use the existing systems from your home to carry over piping and wires.

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.

If push comes to shove, and you need to manually open your garage door, then you should be able to do so. To manually open your garage door, first, make sure that the door is in the down position. You’ll need to unlock your garage door opener’s emergency release mechanism, which is typically a red robe that you can find on the carriage. Once you’ve pulled the cord, you can manually lower the door.

If your garage door is stuck in an open position, consider contacting a professional to safely release the opener.

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