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

• <div><p>Whether a garage or an extra room adds more value depends on several factors, including local market demand, location, and typical buyer preferences. Generally, added living space is highly desirable to most buyers, which can make an extra room more valuable than a traditional garage. The return on investment (ROI) often depends on the utility of the new space; for example, an additional bedroom is typically more valuable than a new living room, and converting a garage into a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom will likely add the most value. A well-designed extra room can also serve specific needs, such as a home office, guest room, or entertainment space. However, adding a garage may be more valuable in areas with limited street parking or harsh climates where protecting a vehicle is a priority.</p></div>

Q: What do you do if your garage floor is sinking and cracking?

• <div><p>If your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/my-cement-garage-floor-sinking-and-cracking-who-should-i-call.htm">cement garage floor is sinking and cracking</a>, your first step should be to call a local structural engineer to assess the problem. They can determine if it&rsquo;s a minor amount of sinking related to normal settlement or if the issue is structural in nature. If you do have structural damage, the engineer or a foundation repair company that you hire will come up with a plan to fix the issue, which often consists of mudjacking for less severe issues or underpinning for more extensive problems.</p></div>

Q: What is the most cost-effective way to insulate a garage?

• <div><p>The most affordable way to insulate a garage involves choosing cost-effective materials like fiberglass, which comes in batts or rolls and is relatively easy to install. You can often install this type of insulation without needing to add drywall, which helps reduce costs. While a DIY approach might seem cheapest, hiring a professional installer can be highly cost-effective. Experts can accurately determine your garage's specific insulation needs and ensure the best results for your investment, often using batt insulation for the bulk of the project.</p></div>

Q: What frequency do garage door openers use?

• <div><p>Each garage door is different, but they typically operate between 300 MHz and 390 MHz.</p></div>

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Last update on November 06, 2023

Reviewed in November 2023
Mr. Sanchez and his team showed up on time and finished on schedule. I had three new metal roofs installed (detached garage, house and barn), so this wasnâ t a small project They were professional, courteous, and cleared all debris before they left. I would highly recommend them.
Sanchez Roofing Service
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Reviewed in August 2023
Stephen and his crew have been taking care of our property for the last 12 years. His team is professional and prompt and always willing to adjust to our needs. In addition to weekly service they have helped us with several landscaping projects, from building a blue stone patio for our fire pit...
Post Road Landscape Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2023
I hired Lessmann painting to prep and paint my 200 year old house plus prep and paint my garage and shed. I was very pleased with the work. Sam is professional, and was great at problem solving. Lessmann painting was reliable and dependable. I am very pleased with them and their work. I would...
Lessmann Painting LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Greg Dulac is an excellent carpenter and home remodeler. His work is thorough and creative. He has done multiple projects for us including a porch floor replacement, laundry room door replacement and design, and other structural work. He is a pleasure to work with.
Precision Building & Remodeling
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Reviewed in June 2019
Super! Brian called me back the day I called and got us in at the end of his day, the next day!, as he was concerned we had a week of rain forecasted and our gutters were totally plugged and flowing over the top flooding our garage each rain! I’d been searching for someone to do this for over a...
Quality Painting
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Reviewed in May 2019
Two very nice and neat young men showed up exactly on time, did a good job cleaning up our garage and basement of accumulated junk and got the job done in just an hour. I highly recommend them.
DeCamp Waste Services
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Reviewed in August 2017
The mini split I nstallers were excellent very clean and careful. They always took their boots of inside and were respectful and very professional. Paul our estimated was always responsive and was very helpful in helping us set up and learn the het pump water heater. There was some challenge...
ARC Mechanical Contractors
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Reviewed in November 2013
He is still in the process of remodeling our 3 Season room but so far we love it. He built a maintenance free deck he had quoted us $12,000 for 12x20 but it actually came to $8,000 because he was able to use some of the lumber from the old deck that was still in good condition for the support...
Husband for a Day
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Reviewed in April 2013
But if I just wanted a regular garage, like a car garage, they would do everything from getting the slab down and then it would take a day to build the build the building because it comes in pieces, have a day to put it up and bingo, you got an instant garage and it's very well built. In this...
Lavalley's Flooring America
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Reviewed in January 2012
This barn-like garage was built by the Amish in Pennsylvania. It was brought up in sections and assembled by the Amish in one day. The quality was excellent and the service so far has been very good. I found out about them by visiting one of their locations in Vermont and seeing the prototype...
The Carriage Shed
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Ridge Top Painting & Carpentry

4.8(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"They did what they said they would . I had no problem with the quality and they did fine. They did my wall beautifully."

+15

Response time12 hrs

Response rate95%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.7(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommended. Jose and Cesar were great. They were reliable and their work was excellent. They completely remodeled our condo including 4 bathrooms, floors, fireplace/hearth, etc. It was a big job and they worked with us to make sure everything came out exactly the way we wanted. The cost was very reasonable."

Response time1 day

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by79%of homeowners

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Bowen Ridge Construction

5.0(

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

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As someone building a second home in Vt., everything needed to be done from a 235 mile distance. This can feel a little scary. My experience w/ Joe was Outstanding!!! Joe approaches all his tasks whether it be contract work or time & material work w/ the same set of ethics. Get it done in a timely fashion, be fair, communicate clearly, take regular pics, send via text for approval or comment, & offer advice through his experience as a seasoned builder. If you are lucky enough to work w/ Joe, enjoy the experience, your in good hands. Bill Giglio from Ct."

+106

Response time1 day

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

I'm currently looking for some fill in work for this winter. I'm a very capable carpenter/painter. I have full time work Monday through Friday, but have some availability on weekends.

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Potwin Construction, LLC Builder Of Quality Homes

3.4(

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Garage - Remodel

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Paul was great to work with. He did a great job, I would highly recommend him."

Response time2 days

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Mr. Mom Property Maintenance

4.6(

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

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan is very good at what he does (which is just about everything!)The quality of his workmanship is excellent. His prices were quite reasonable and he came highly recommended by friends."

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Oliver Druen Carpentry

4.5(

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Carport (Wood) - BuildGarage - BuildGarage - Remodel

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oliver came to our home to do a free estimate within just a day or so of using Home Advisor. His price was very reasonable. And he was able to start the project very quickly. He did a wonderful job with the vinyl siding installation. I highly recommend Oliver Druen Carpentry."

Very small bathroom in need of a little tlc

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job and I have no complaints. They came back and cleaned up all the mess."

+104

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Quick, professional, and on time. Got the job fine sooner than expected. Great quality. Would hire again and recommend."

+97

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Keegan Burnham Construction

5.0(

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Garage - BuildGarage - Remodel

Serving Reading, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Keegan is a great contractor for any project. Time and time again he has done an A+ job for me: Extremely knowledgeable in every phase of the project, big or small, Keegan and his crew are amazing to work with."

Response time12 hrs

Response rate89%

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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.

Whether a garage or an extra room adds more value depends on several factors, including local market demand, location, and typical buyer preferences. Generally, added living space is highly desirable to most buyers, which can make an extra room more valuable than a traditional garage. The return on investment (ROI) often depends on the utility of the new space; for example, an additional bedroom is typically more valuable than a new living room, and converting a garage into a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom will likely add the most value. A well-designed extra room can also serve specific needs, such as a home office, guest room, or entertainment space. However, adding a garage may be more valuable in areas with limited street parking or harsh climates where protecting a vehicle is a priority.

If your cement garage floor is sinking and cracking, your first step should be to call a local structural engineer to assess the problem. They can determine if it’s a minor amount of sinking related to normal settlement or if the issue is structural in nature. If you do have structural damage, the engineer or a foundation repair company that you hire will come up with a plan to fix the issue, which often consists of mudjacking for less severe issues or underpinning for more extensive problems.

The most affordable way to insulate a garage involves choosing cost-effective materials like fiberglass, which comes in batts or rolls and is relatively easy to install. You can often install this type of insulation without needing to add drywall, which helps reduce costs. While a DIY approach might seem cheapest, hiring a professional installer can be highly cost-effective. Experts can accurately determine your garage's specific insulation needs and ensure the best results for your investment, often using batt insulation for the bulk of the project.

Each garage door is different, but they typically operate between 300 MHz and 390 MHz.

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