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Q: Is one or two garage doors better?

• <div><p>Single and double garage doors have pros and cons, but it's all based on personal preference regarding which one is better for you. Two single garage doors give you more control over airflow entering your garage but double the system, which means double the upkeep cost. </p><p>On the other hand, two-car double garage doors are more convenient but can stop you from leaving if a piece of hardware malfunctions.</p></div>

Q: Can garage doors work with one spring?

• <div><p>With the exception of small, lightweight torsion-spring garage doors, which can operate with one spring, most garage doors require two springs to work properly. Garage doors with extension springs always require two springs&mdash;if one extension spring is broken or otherwise failing, the garage door may open unevenly and could pose a hazard if the remaining spring fails.</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>

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>

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>

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Last update on July 14, 2024

Reviewed in July 2024
Very efficient and responsive. Excellent knowledge and skills. Handles diverse problems. Willing to go the extra yard on any job. Reasonable pricing.
Robert Rathbone Handyman
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Reviewed in December 2023
On time, on budget, competent, well equipped, and easy to work with. What's not to like? Bent over backwards to accommodate my unconventional requests with no apparent effort. The guy's a veritable microsurgeon with an excavator. Highly recommend!
Isaacs Excavating and Construction
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Reviewed in November 2023
SUNRUN-AWAY!!!!!! One star...two more than they deserve. I had to pay WEC 300$ for another meter...never mentioned that during the pitch, and that is the smallest problem with these liars. This is a deceptive and dishonest company that only cares about how many installs and contracts they can...
Sunrun
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Reviewed in August 2023
The folks at Jay Mechanical were amazing! We got our quote quickly and within 3 days they were at the house installing our new hot water tank. The technicians were courteous and very considerate - even putting down drop cloths so no dirt would be on the floors. Their pricing was very fair and...
Jay Mechanical, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2022
These guys were awesome! Did an incredible job, found broken pipes and replaced them, and even left the lawn neat and smooth with grass seed. The way they maneuver the excavator is amazing!
J & S Yard Services Inc
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Reviewed in May 2022
Josh was great to work with. He was quick to assess and give a reasonable estimate to take down a number of trees and remove the brush. He was efficient, thorough and professional getting the job done. I would hire him again in a minute.
NEK tree workz, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
I was lucky to hire Mike to help me finish cleaning up a building project last fall. He is skilled in many areas. While he was working on my project he used a chainsaw to clean up some small trees, he used my tractor to spread gravel on a new road, he thoroughly cleaned a newly built apartment,...
Willow
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Reviewed in June 2021
Project was to brick up cellar window on very old house (1810). Great job from both inside and outside view. Very reasonable. Even found brick that matched!
DNA Masonry & Chimney Services
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Reviewed in November 2017
Worked with Je. Allstate first came out and repaired the existing garage door and are now installing a new one. The fix was temporary. Very accommodating and professional.
Allstates Garage Doors, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2013
I worked with Kevin Rice to determine the type of garage doors to use: Style, steel sided, high R factor (17), brown color to match house rather than white, windows to add light and similar. Because it could not be made automatic at that time due to lack of an electrical outlet, Kevin Rice...
Kevin's Doors
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.7(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

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Garage - Build - For Business

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He did an amazing Very Professional. I am very satisfied!"

All new 3”x6” subway tile on the walls and 12”x24” porcelain on the floors with 1” Hex Flower tile scribed into the 12”x24” tiles at the zero entry. New soaker tub and frameless shower glass installed as well.

Hickory Pie Treads, Natural with Oil-Based Satin Finish.

Multi-Width Vinyl Flooring (LVP) installed on a 45 degree angle.

+61

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Kennison Construction LLC

4.1(

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Garage - Build

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired these guys to come back and do more work at my home. They are very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Phone calls or texts to Matt were answered in a very timely manor which I appreciated very much. Matt is local and is experienced with Vermont old homes. Repairs are complete and the cost is very reasonable. I have already recommended him to my family and friends. Thanks to Emilio and Trevor for great on-site work. You both are competent, considerate, and keep a clean safe work zone. Iâ m very happy with the job well done."

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Recommended by53%of homeowners

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"We had a terrific experience with the team from Free Range Builders from start to finish! Every one of their team not only showed up promptly each day and worked hard but where always professional and very clean at the end of day!! I would absolutely recommend this amazing team !! We love our finished kitchen !!!!"

+15

Response time5 days

26 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Garage - Build - For Business

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I was very pleased with the work he did, he has a nice way of explaining things , I sure I will hire him again for other projects when needed he is a very pleasant person to deal with. Tank you Scott for being such a nice guy ."

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Carport (Wood) - BuildGarage - BuildGarage - Build - For Business

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent!! Great service, super efficient. Friendly staff. Beautiful shed. Would highly recommend."

+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Vista Home Improvement

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. they cleaned up very well,nothing was left in my property. They are just excellent."

+41

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

"Jody at Green Builders is really great and has helped us out on several home projects. Specifically, he built extensive shelving in our basement for storage, built, beautifully finished and installed raised beds in our yard and repaired the feet of an armoire that has been in our family for generations. Jody is punctual, friendly, and gets the job done on time and on budget and most importantly gets it done right the first time. His communication is outstanding and his far ranging skills lend themselves to just about any project. I would not hesitate to recommend Jody and will most certainly be calling on him whenever I have more work needing completion."

View from end of swim spa trimed out room

+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Blanchard Design Build

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

Warranties offered

"Jason did an excellent job shoring up our basement. He was a professional with an excellent work ethic. His work was exactly as explained, neat and clean. Jason was respectful of our space. He offered suggestions to improve gutters to direct water away from the house And he is dog friendly I would highly recommend Jason Blanchard."

+43

Response time5 days

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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

Serving Cabot, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"He did a good job. It was very good."

+22

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Garages questions, answered by experts

Single and double garage doors have pros and cons, but it's all based on personal preference regarding which one is better for you. Two single garage doors give you more control over airflow entering your garage but double the system, which means double the upkeep cost.

On the other hand, two-car double garage doors are more convenient but can stop you from leaving if a piece of hardware malfunctions.

With the exception of small, lightweight torsion-spring garage doors, which can operate with one spring, most garage doors require two springs to work properly. Garage doors with extension springs always require two springs—if one extension spring is broken or otherwise failing, the garage door may open unevenly and could pose a hazard if the remaining spring fails.

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.

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.

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.

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