Programming your new garage door remote in 2022
Modern homes and garages are getting smarter and more secure, with programming capabilities and more options for controlling entire home systems from a phone or tablet. Despite these advances, however, most homeowners will still find themselves needing to reprogram a...
A new garage door opener boosts your resale value
If you are planning on selling your home, you are likely engaged in a variety of improvements to increase the curb appeal and sale price your house. Don’t overlook the benefit of a new garage door opener for your Akron or Canton home. Most homeowners are aware of the...
Water in your garage – Be ready for spring rain
Spring rain belongs in your yard, not your garage. Unfortunately, winter weather can do a number on your garage door seals in Canton, Ohio, and allow that moisture to get in, damaging your garage door and potentially your garage floor and items stored inside. Take...
The challenge of universal remotes for garage doors
Advances in garage door opener technology have fortunately made many homeowners less reliant on the handheld remotes that, despite the greatest of care, can be so easily lost or damaged. That said, remotes are still a necessity for a great number of homeowners, and...
Pros and cons of a heated garage
A heated garage may seem to some like a luxury, but it actually is quite affordable to heat your garage and may have some significant benefits for you and your family. If your garage is attached and has an insulated garage door, the upgrade may be as simple as adding...
Solutions for common winter garage door problems
There is never a good time for your garage door to quit working, but winter can be especially disruptive. Frozen rollers or a broken spring can prevent you from getting your car out or, worse, leave you out in the cold. Unfortunately, as temperatures drop during these...
Holiday tips for garage door security
The holiday season is a favorite time for thieves looking to cash in on big ticket items. The reasons are obvious: Holiday gifts, many of significant value, will be accessible in some potentially easy-to-access spaces. Meanwhile, many homeowners spend a significant...
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Steel vs. Wood – Invest in your garage door
Steel garage doors continue to be more popular than any other type of garage door and for good reason. Steel doors are affordable and need virtually no maintenance to keep them looking great. These days they also are available in a wide variety of colors...
Garage door spring cleaning – maintain or replace?
Your garage door made it through the worst of the winter, so what now? Garage door maintenance in Akron, Ohio, is especially important as winter gives way to spring. The changing temperatures, freezing and thawing, and ice build-up in joints can cause bending and...
Frigid temperatures and your garage door
In Northeast Ohio, every winter typically has its days of extreme cold temperatures. The deep freeze we have experienced this year, however, is not quite as common, both in terms how cold it has gotten and how long it has lasted. What you can expect is that such...
Garage door maintenance – Stay ahead of winter 2021
Even a mild winter can cause some unexpected problems with your garage door, and an especially cold one can be worse. If you didn’t have your garage door professional inspect and tune up your garage door, take a minute to look it over as well as your door opening...
A smart garage door; convenient, secure
If you haven’t upgraded your garage door opening system for remote access and all the benefits that come along with today’s smart features, now is the time, especially considering security for your family and for package delivery. Smart garage door systems synced with...
Take time to prep your garage door for winter
Considering your garage door is probably your main entry point to your home and a key part of your security system, the extra time you spend checking it over before winter sets in is time well spent. Put the following on your garage door inspection checklist. Check...
Garage makeovers that focus on family needs
A garage makeover may sound like a luxury but in our current environment, making the most of your garage space may have become a necessity. If members of your family continue to work and/or learn from home, you may now need space to accommodate a home office, youth...
Make a list for fall garage maintenance
Spring cleaning may be more popular, but fall is the perfect time to focus on your garage. Your garage, garage door, and door opening system are all extremely important to your living and working style and that of your family, especially in the winter, so make a fall...
Nesting in your garage – keep pests out
The only “creatures” that should be hanging out in your garage are your family and friends and the occasional pet. Unfortunately, a lot of other critters like the shelter and quiet of a garage, especially one that is used infrequently. From spiders and cockroaches to...
Refurbishing gets extra years from an old garage door
Your garage door plays a big role in the overall appearance of your home, A damaged, dingy, or peeling garage door will make your home appear run down and will likely have a negative impact on its curb appeal. It also could impact the value of your home, a critical...
Temperature control for your garage
Summer is coming and that probably has you thinking about the many ways you use your garage. Yours may be your workspace for keeping up with car maintenance or woodworking. Maybe it’s an extension of your living space serving as an exercise room or gathering place for...
Essential garage door services from Above & Beyond
A secure and properly operating garage door is considered essential to you and your family’s well-being. That’s why Above & Beyond Door Systems is continuing to provide service throughout the COVID-19 crisis as permitted for all companies providing essential...
Protect your garage floor for all uses
Your garage floor may work harder than any floor in your home. This is because homeowners today use their garages for far more than simply parking their cars. Garages are storage spaces and work zones, venues for outdoor parties and garage/yard sales, and playrooms,...
Why you should replace an aging garage door opener
You know your garage door opener is old, but it’s working fine, so why replace it? Actually, there are several reasons why you should replace that old garage door opener. The most important one is safety. Garage door opener safety changed a lot in the 1990s Garage...
What is that I’m hearing??
Some garage doors run quietly while others are quite noisy. All of them may make a variety of sounds, from humming to clicking. Recognizing what is causing the noise may not seem important until it gets loud or you realize you haven’t heard it before. Here’s a guide...
This Christmas give the gift of a garage door opener
Before you jump to the conclusion that garage door openers aren’t very glamorous, consider what the latest technology provides. Garage door openers today can be activated by your car, your phone, your tablet and your voice. The most advanced units can turn on your...
Programming, security for older garage door openers
Garage Door Opener Security Convenience and security are the top priorities for most people when it comes to accessing their garage. Today, sophisticated technology allows you to open your garage (as well as turning on lights and opening gates) using your phone or...
Garage door springs require a pro for repair, replacement or maintenance
The most important component of your garage door and door opener is the spring system. When the spring system malfunctions, your door won’t open. More importantly, the spring system is not a DIY project because the tension the springs must maintain in order to work...
Garage doors becoming bigger, more decorative
In recent years, garage doors have ceased to be a bland, basic item used to close and secure that storage space for your car and lawn equipment. Homeowners have sought out designs and colors that enhance their homes, while also looking for maximum security for valued...
The garage door is becoming bigger, more decorative
In recent years, garage doors have ceased to be a bland, basic item used to close and secure that storage space for your car and lawn equipment. Homeowners have sought out designs and colors that enhance their homes, while also looking for maximum security for valued...