Overhead Door Company of Sioux City Blog

While there are certain components of your garage door that require professional attention, such as the springs, tracks, and cables, there are still some fixes that any homeowner can handle on their own. For example, reprogramming your opener, remote, and keyless entry pad is a task that you can easily accomplish. Follow along as we share a commonly asked garage door fix that you can do on your own.

Garage doors and automatic garage door openers are two things that we couldn’t imagine our lives without. Garage doors protect your valuables and keep out inclement weather and pests. Garage door openers allow you to come and go at the touch of a button. But like everything else, they do wear out. An average garage door lasts 30 years with an opener lasting about 15. There are a lot of homes around Sioux City and Yankton that are older than 30 years and likely still have their original garage door! Old, malfunctioning garage doors pose both a security and safety risk. Look for these warning signs that tell you it’s time to replace your garage door or opener.

In this day and age, everyone is concerned with scams and people who are trying to get you to spend money with them no matter your needs. Garage doors haven’t escaped this trend and there are some unscrupulous characters out there spinning myths about garage door ownership just to get people to buy. Here are three you shouldn’t believe.

Don’t get us wrong, we love all our garage doors—steel, insulated, raised panels, with windows or without, white or wood. But there have been some trends over the years that have really got us excited. Whether you’re looking for modern, wood or something you can paint whatever color you can imagine, we’ve got the door.

You’ve driven up and down your neighborhood streets, longingly looking at your neighbors’ new, updated doors and wished for one of your own. What are you waiting for? The holidays are the perfect time make your garage door wishes come true. Start the process online with our our free DoorView online visualization tool.

Dear Santa, The holiday season is nearly here, and I have my list ready. First, I want peace throughout the world. Second, I want to end hunger, all hunger, everywhere. Thirdly, I wish health and happiness for my family and those I love. Lastly, I want a new garage door from Overhead Door Company of Sioux City and Yankton.

Your garage door has been there for you over the years protecting your home from inclement weather and keeping it safe from intruders. But, if you’re noticing that it just isn’t as smooth as it once was, or if you’re silently praying every time you open it, it may be time to call Overhead Door of Sioux City and Yankton ™. We can tell you if the door can be repaired, or if it needs to be replaced.

A garage door is a major part of the exterior of your home. For homes with an attached garage, it is often times used as the primary entrance. That’s a lot of going up and down, which causes wear and tear over time. When you’re ready to replace your attached garage door, consider having Overhead Door™ install an insulated door.

In our day and age, people replace phones, cameras, and TVs longs before they are broken. However, when it comes to garage doors, many people are hesitant to purchase a new one – even when their current garage door is in bad shape. The good news? You don’t have to worry whether replacing your garage door is a good decision. Follow the checklist below to determine if it’s time to purchase a new garage door, and rest assured, a new garage door provides a great return on your investment!

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