Overhead Door Company of Sioux City Blog

  Siouxland saw a lot of snow in 2023, with more than a foot total in January alone, and once everything melts away, homeowners will likely see more rust on their garage doors. While a little rust won’t affect how your residential garage door operates, it certainly can be an eyesore, especially if your garage door is fairly new or recently painted. But there are ways to mitigate the accumulation of rust on your garage door so it stays looking newer,  longer.

  Get ready to dust away the cobwebs and sweep up the last of winter’s debris, spring is officially here! Along with cleaning up the yard, deck and windows, it’s time to give your garage door a refresh with a nice spring clean.

  Residential garage doors are functional doors that allow homeowners to park their vehicles inside their garages. Residential garage doors provide comfort, convenience and security. But garage doors can also be a great design feature in other areas of your home!

Garage doors can be tricky, and malfunctions can occur at the most inconvenient times. If you experience minor issues occasionally, we have some tips that can save you some time and money when it comes to your garage door's function!

A new garage door purchase can be daunting, especially if you're not quite sure which features are most important for your home or budget. The good news is such a purchase isn't something you need to tackle on your own! Consulting with a professional can provide answers to your questions and peace of mind for you, as well as a more clear vision of which garage door best suits your home.

One consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic was people had to learn to do more for themselves. We had to be our own chefs, IT support and handymen and Google was often our go-to for learning how to take care of ourselves and our homes. It’s not surprising that when it came to repairing garage doors, many choose to reference Google first. The top five garage door repair searches on google are:

All too often, a home garage ends up being a dumping ground for things we don’t want to throw away or store indoors. But having a garage that’s a disorganized mess not only means you can’t find items when you need them, but you could end up with less space to park your vehicle. A garage should be well-organized and contain items that you use for your vehicle, yard and outdoor play.

Every time something breaks or stops working around your home the first thing that pops into your mind is, “How much is this going to cost?” Unfortunately owning a home requires maintenance and that comes with a cost. Some home repairs can be done by yourself but others require a professional. We believe garage door repairs fall under that category. 

Your garage door is made up of many moving parts that we don’t recommend you fix yourself, like the springs, tracks and cables. But, there are some fixes any homeowner can do, like reprograming your opener, remote and keyless entry pad.