"Brian and his team did a fantastic job on our home addition. Communication was excellent from start to finish, the quality of the work was great, and they stayed on top of the timeline. One thing I really appreciated was how respectful Brian, his crew, and all of his subcontractors were of our home and property throughout the entire project. Everyone he brought in was professional and did quality work. I would absolutely use Brian again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable contractor who communicates well and does what he says he’s going to do."
"Willy did a fabulous job on our bathroom remodel! He was professional, courteous and knowledgeable with regard to all aspects of the job. The tile work was exceptional. We would hire him again!"
"There's nobody better, he always got here ahead of time, he's a great guy, he cleaned up his mess every time, he was absolutely the best contractor I ever had."
"CMD was extremely respectful an on point, they worked with me through the whole process of remodel and the work it?s self was amazing, but great to work with and I will only be using them from now on"
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in interior painting and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n
"They are awesome; we actually are still using them for other projects. They also have done several other projects in the past. Their charges have been very reasonable. Their first project was completing a house siding job that another contractor walked off from before finishing. They also painted and trimmed the house as well as putting siding on the garage. Now they are doing my back patio where they are replacing the ceiling panels, painting, caulking and sealing. He also is going to replace the major trim facing the south on our house. I highly recommend him."
The best way to maintain a garage door and avoid issues is to hire someone to do a garage door tune-up, check the remote opener, and service the main system components, like the springs, chains, and track. Schedule maintenance service once every two years for $100 to $200. You can also DIY garage door maintenance, like washing and waxing the door and applying lubricant to hinges and rollers regularly.
Most garage doors come with their own set of tracks and rollers from the manufacturer, so you don’t need to buy tracks separately.
Garage door sensors should be installed on each side of the door, typically six inches off of the ground. The sensors communicate through an infrared beam, so they need to face each other directly for the system to work properly. Make sure they’re level and aligned, and keep the area around them clear. If they’re too high or out of alignment, your garage door won’t function properly.
The smallest size a standard 2-car garage can be is 20 feet by 20 feet, so at these dimensions, you could reasonably expect to fit two cars inside. However, it’s going to be a tight fit, especially if you have larger SUVs or pickup trucks. For smaller cars, 20 x 20 should be plenty for parking and some space to maneuver around the cars. A larger garage size would be better to ensure you have room to open the doors and transport groceries or other items around the cars.
It is typically cheaper to build a garage than to buy a prefab one if you can provide most of the labor yourself. If you plan to hire a contractor for the entire build, a prefab garage or kit will likely be less expensive. However, even with a garage kit, you may still need to hire professionals to install the foundation, concrete floor, and handle electrical and plumbing work. If you are not an experienced builder, it can be a worthwhile investment to hire a local garage builder who can manage all aspects of the project, including coordinating other necessary professionals.
The Eltopia, WA homeowners’ guide to garage services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Want to add value and living space to your home? Use this guide to figure out the cost to convert your garage into living space to see if it’s worth it.
For most homeowners, a garage needs to be big enough for more than parking a car. Use this guide to figure out the average garage size and how to build from there.
