Garages & Driveways

You want to feel great about your garage and driveway. After all, they’re not only places to store your vehicles but also spaces to enjoy hobbies and relaxation. From fixing cracks to repairing finicky garage doors, it’s essential to know how to maintain these areas so they last for years to come. Our expert articles will help you learn the best way to care for your garage and driveway—and who to call if you need a helping hand.

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Man closing garage door
Feb 10, 2025
Feb 10, 2025
This guide shows you what you can expect for garage door roller replacement cost if your rollers are sticking or screeching.
A house with a garage door
May 19, 2025
May 19, 2025
Garage door panel replacement costs about 20% of what you paid for your entire garage door. Learn the various cost factors in this guide.
The exterior of a house with carriage style garage doors
Apr 29, 2025
Apr 29, 2025
Replacing a garage door is necessary to add security and value to your home. Learn how each door type affects the total cost of this project.
open garage door
Feb 20, 2025
Feb 20, 2025
Garage door opener horsepower depends on the type and size of your door. Here’s what you need to know about choosing the power behind your garage door opener.
A man’s hand opening the garage door using a remote controller
Feb 19, 2025
Feb 19, 2025
Solve why your garage door isn't opening with your remote control using these common causes and fixes.
A beautiful house with a garage and a driveway
Jan 31, 2025
Jan 31, 2025
Does your garage door go up but not down? You might have sensor issues, a broken spring or cable, a malfunctioning opener, or issues with the tracks.
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A beautiful house with a detached garage
The cost to build a detached garage depends on the size, materials, labor, and more. Read this guide to learn more about detached garage costs.
Tidy garage interior with insulated walls
How much does it cost to insulate a garage? Discover insulation options, prices, and expected and unexpected circumstances that affect the project cost.
Driveway ready for pouring the concrete
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The garage door of a contemporary house
Your home's garage door cable repair cost depends on several factors, including the cost of other damage that may be the result or the cause of the failure.
A man exercises in garage turned into home gym
Want to revamp your garage and add some utility? Use this garage remodel cost guide to see what your project will cost before you get started.
Brick house with a two-car garage
Garage door tune-ups aren’t too expensive, and most of the fixes are simple. That being said, simple doesn’t always mean safe, so it’s best to hire a pro for this project.
Open doors of a tidy residential garage
The cost to drywall a garage depends on the size, materials, labor, and more. This guide will help you budget for installing drywall in your garage.
backyard patio with secluded wooden fence
Need to breathe new life into your exterior stoop? Use this guide on concrete step repair cost to see the price of a professional repair.
large white house with asphalt driveway
Are you wondering, “How much asphalt do I need?” Our calculator will help you plan for your paving project so you know exactly what to expect.
beige home with single driveway
Need extra clearance for getting your vehicles into your garage? Find out how much it costs to convert two garage doors to one double door in this cost guide.
Well organized modern walk in closet
Hiring a professional organizer can help you reset and make your space more functional. Professional home organizer rates vary depending on the size of your project, but luckily, it’s an affordable service on almost any budget.
Home with a concrete driveway
Concrete driveways stand up to a lot of pressure over the years. How much do concrete driveway repairs cost when it's time to give it a little TLC?