Garage Door, Gate & Camera Guides
Straight answers from a local garage door company: what to check, what things cost, and how the equipment works.
Call 612-910-3032 Request a quoteGarage Door Won’t Close? What to Check Before You CallGarage door will not close? Check the safety sensors, the remote, the emergency release, and the track. Here is what is safe to try and when to call a pro.Signs of a Broken Garage Door SpringHow to tell if your garage door spring is broken: a loud bang, a heavy door, a gap in the coil, or a door that will not lift. Learn what to do next.What Affects Garage Door Spring Replacement CostWhat goes into the cost of garage door spring replacement: spring type, door size, cycle rating, number of springs, and when you call. A plain guide.Should You Repair or Replace Your Garage Door?Repair or replace your garage door? Learn when a repair makes sense, when a new insulated door is the better value, and what to consider.Standard Garage Door Sizes (and How to Measure Yours)Standard residential garage door sizes: 8x7, 8x8, 9x7, 9x8, 16x7, 16x8, 18x7, and 18x8. See what fits and how to measure your opening.Wireless Security Cameras for Storage Yards and Remote AreasHow a point-to-multipoint wireless link connects security cameras where running cable is not practical, such as storage yards, lots, and outbuildings.Security Cameras With No Monthly Fee: How UniFi Protect WorksLearn how UniFi Protect cameras record to your own recorder with no required monthly fee, with PoE power, smart detections, and an app for your phone.Sliding vs Swing Gate Operators: Which Is Right for You?Compare sliding and swing gate operators: space needed, Minnesota snow and ice, access control, and what we install, including LiftMaster and Linear.