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Generally speaking, most people think of garage door windows across the middle or upper-middle of the door. While this has been a fairly standard design for years, modern garage doors offer a lot of more unique solutions.

If you are ready to update your electric garage door opener, you are probably wondering if there are newer options out there that will be quieter or more technologically advanced.

Spring break is often a phrase used to describe a period of intense fun. But not all spring breaks are fun. The one we are talking talking about most likely produces a sudden loud noise. A noise that resembles a gunshot. That sound will come from your garage. After your heart stops pounding and you get the courage to look around, you may not find evidence of the source of the sound. The truth will come out though—the next time you try to operate your garage door. You will hear an irregular noise and realize that things just don't seem to be working right. When you look up, you'll notice that the lifting spring has been severed into two pieces.

In the United States, there is a residential burglary once every 18 seconds. In Canada, there is one every 90 seconds. In many cases, these home burglaries happen during the day. It might be surprising but it’s true.

Adding a little extra flair to your home’s front entrance is not only easy, but also a low-cost way to spruce things up a bit without breaking the bank. You can make either big or small updates by simply adding paint, a little landscaping or repurposing what you have already. Whether you are wanting to sell your home, or just want a quick refresher, these 10 simple home projects will instantly boost your home’s curb appeal:

It doesn’t matter if you’re doing a home renovation or building your home, there are likely to be some things you can do entirely on your own. The technical jobs are best left to be completed by an experienced professional. Let them do what they are trained to do instead of taking it on yourself.

When it comes to your home’s exterior appearance, you have a lot of things to consider. However, one of the most important is how attractive your garage door is. Think about it – the entire neighborhood can see your garage door. It’s also the first thing that a potential buyer will see when they pull up at your home.

How often do you think about the comfort of your garage? This often-neglected part of the home can be used for a lot of different things, but it also tends to be uncomfortable in the hot and humid summers. Whether you are using this space for a playroom for the kids, a big laundry room, a home gym, or a large workshop, you want it to be comfortable. In warmer climates, the garage can often trap heat and humidity during the summer, making it uninviting for most activities, and cause rust or mold to damage your stored items. Here are four ways to prevent that, and keep the garage feeling great all summer.

If you are happy that your garage door opens and closes as it should, but you aren’t happy with the way it looks, maybe it’s time to consider an update? One of the nicest options is to add decorative windows that coordinate with the overall style of the home or property.

Nothing can harsh your buzz more than starting to practice yoga when someone comes barging in and takes you out of your relaxed state. That’s why we believe using the garage is an elegant option that isn’t considered nearly enough. You’ll need to do some minor modifications to make the space work, but each alteration is simple to do.