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The Ultimate Garage Inspection Checklist
Garages are one of the most heavily used spaces in a home, and yet many of them don’t receive the proper attention they deserve. While garages are low maintenance, they are not completely maintenance-free. Take time to inspect your garage and plan to arrange for...
The Most Popular Garage Door Trends & Styles Right Now
Your garage door plays a huge role in your home's functionality and curb appeal. If you’re ready to replace your garage door with Amega, check out these trending colors and styles to decide how you want to take your home’s exterior to the next level. With over 35...
Create a Functional & Comfortable Garage for Winter
When planning for colder months, you should start thinking about how to keep your garage warm through Iowa winter weather. Use this checklist to prepare your garage for colder months, keep it warm, and protect it against seasonal damage. Organize Your Garage Spring...
Affordable Garage Door Hacks
Have you been struggling to find a garage door that suits your style while also being within your budget? More and more homeowners are looking to customize or replace their garage doors, but it has proven to be difficult. Massive supply chain fluctuations and hold-ups...
How to Update Your Existing Garage Door
Are you thinking about updating a part of your home, but not sure where to start? A new garage door may be just what you need! People may overlook their garage doors when thinking about home improvement projects. An updated garage door can make a huge difference. Did...
How to Get Rid of Rust on a Garage Door
It’s that time of year! Here in the midwest it’s time to queue up Spring projects. An area many overlook is the garage! Your garage door typically takes up to 40 percent of the front of your house making it a huge part of your home’s first impression. Something like...
Top LiftMaster Garage Door Openers of 2022
Are you looking for a new garage door opener? With a majority of people reporting they use their garage as their main point of entry it’s no surprise that homeowners are trying to make sure they get the best out of their investment. Here are a few openers proven to...
Preparing for Garage Door Installation Day
Congrats! You’ve made the plunge and purchased a new garage door for your home. Whether you are a first time purchaser or you’ve been through it a time or two, there are a few things to consider before installation day. Garage Door Pre-Installation Checklist To...
Severe Weather: Storms & Garage Door Issues
Living in the Midwest comes with a set of its own weather intricacies. We joke about wearing shorts one day and getting caught in a snowstorm the next! If it’s a snow storm, a wind storm, or even a rain storm, there are plenty of opportunities for possible damage to...
Energy Efficiency in Attached Garages
Are you a homeowner with an attached garage? You may not realize it, but your garage is an opportunity for energy savings and lower heating bills. Your garage is one of the biggest locations of energy loss in your home, contributing to higher energy bills. There are a...
Configuring a New Garage Door Remote
Whether you just purchased a new remote control for your garage door opener system or you need to reprogram an existing remote, most garage openers work similarly when it comes to configuring the handheld remote. Which remotes will work with my garage door? Depending...
How Do Garage Door Openers Work?
You may be well aware that your garage door works by pressing a button (either on a remote, the MyQ app, a keypad, etc.) that communicates with something in your garage and makes the door lift up. However, in the event of a broken garage door or your system needing...