Garage door advice from San Diego
Plain answers to the questions San Diego homeowners ask us most — what breaks, why, what it costs and what you can check yourself.
Belt, Chain or Wall-Mount? Choosing a Garage Door Opener
The real differences between belt-drive, chain-drive and wall-mount garage door openers, plus battery backup and smartphone control. What we recommend for San Diego homes.
Read the articleThe 20-Minute Garage Door Maintenance Checklist
Twice a year, these 20 minutes prevent most of the garage door repairs we see in San Diego. Lubrication, balance test, safety reversal and what to look at.
Read the articleWhy Is My Garage Door So Loud? What Each Noise Means
Grinding, squealing, popping, rattling, banging — each garage door noise points to a specific part. A quick diagnosis guide from San Diego Garage Door Repair.
Read the articleGarage Door Won't Close? 7 Causes, From Easy to Serious
A garage door that won't close is usually a sensor, remote or limit problem you can check yourself. Here are the 7 most common causes, in order, and when to call a San Diego technician.
Read the articleRepair or Replace Your Garage Door? An Honest Guide
When a garage door repair is the right call and when it's throwing money at an old door. A practical guide for San Diego homeowners, from the people who do both.
Read the articleWhy Garage Door Springs Break (and How Long They Last)
Garage door springs are rated for about 10,000 cycles. Here is why they break, the warning signs San Diego homeowners can watch for, and what to do when one goes.
Read the article