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: How can I stop a garage door from freezing shut?

• <div><p>If your garage door seems to freeze every winter, you can try rubbing silicone spray or petroleum jelly around the edges and rollers of the garage door. However, it&rsquo;s a good idea to avoid direct application of silicone sprays like WD40 to rubber edges, which could damage them over time. A garage door that frequently freezes shut could need a full replacement, especially if it&rsquo;s showing signs of rust or other wear and tear. </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>

Q: What is the average cost to install a new garage door?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garage-door-replacement-cost.htm">cost to install a garage door</a> is usually around <b>$1,224</b>, with most homeowners seeing a price between <b>$755 and $1,696</b>. Several factors come into play, like the type of door, material (wood is pricier than vinyl), insulation, and size. Labor costs also play a role because DIY garage door installs are a bad&mdash;and dangerous&mdash;idea. Most professionals bundle labor into the total price, but if it&rsquo;s separate, expect to pay anywhere from <b>$200 to $500</b>.</p></div>

Q: Can you pressure wash epoxy garage floors?

• <div><p>Yes, you can pressure wash epoxy garage floors. Most epoxy floors can be cleaned with a mop, but you may choose to pressure wash your floor if it is stained, has ground-in dirt, or is covered with mold or mildew. Before pressure washing, soak stains and dirty areas with a gentle cleanser for best results. Then use a pressure washer tip angled at 45 degrees and raise the spray nozzle to at least 18 inches off the floor to protect the flooring surface. You can also use a surface cleaner power washer or rotary scrubber to prevent overspray. </p></div>

Q: How does a garage affect the value of my home?

• <div><p>Having a garage can increase the value of your home considerably, even if the garage isn't considered living space. Many people own cars and want a secure place to park their vehicles when they are home. </p><p>If you decide to finish your garage and convert it into living space, you may affect your home's value. The livable space may increase your home's square footage, which can help its value. But, giving up the garage space may also negatively affect the sale price of your home.</p></div>

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Last update on December 03, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Chase was very friendly, professional, and efficient. He worked quickly to fix the garage door and helped me set up my online account for the MyQ app. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything to me in a way I could understand. I look forward to having Chase come out to help me with my...
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Reviewed in October 2024
Curt and team were amazing! My garage door came out of truck and we couldn’t get the door down. It looked terrible and was far outside the scope of my expertise. I called Curt after hours and he was there pronto! We agreed upon a fair price and he had me back in action much faster than...
Music City Garage Doors
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Reviewed in January 2024
Kurt was phenomenal! He was kind, professional but friendly and quick to diagnose and fix the problem. I would recommend him to anyone with a garage door problem! Thank you Kurt for helping us get our project completed! Talia Jurinsky
Music City Garage Doors
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Reviewed in March 2023
Ken installed a new bluetooth garage opener for me. He was prompt and professional. I am very happy with his work and recommend him to everyone!! Thanks Ken!!
931doors.com
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Reviewed in October 2022
Very impressed with Justin's work, very knowledgeable and work done replacing double garage door was very nice. Very friendly and was able to squeeze me in last minute when our old door started falling in. Excellent!
Freedom Door Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2021
Quality service, great customer service and very enjoyable business practices. I highly recommend Marty, Amber and Brandy for their attention to detail. Cleaned up hauled away all materials removed and replaced. If youâ re looking for garage door or doors I highly recommend Access garage doors!...
Access Garage Doors of South Nashville
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Reviewed in March 2019
I hired Greg to install two garage doors with openers for me. The work was done on time and on budget. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I plan on using him again for some projects in the near future.
Pappas Enterprises
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Reviewed in February 2017
Very pleased! Polite and professional. Came out same day we called. Re-keyed several doors for us, adjusted a door where the latch wasn't catching properly, and drilled holes for us to add a deadbolt to a door. Fair prices. Highly recommend.
Cool Springs Lock & Key
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Reviewed in August 2014
We're very happy with the final product, and the installers did a good job as well. However, there were some delays in terms of the delivery of the doors, the company didn't send out necessary hardware on two installation attempts, and the screen doors that we purchased had to be reordered...
Champion Windows and Home Exteriors of Nashville
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Reviewed in January 2012
He has installed multiple doors in the past as well. He does good work. They were very reasonable.
Cornerstone Garage Door Company LLC
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