The trees are budding, flowers are blooming, and there’s a warm breeze in the air. We’ve officially made it to spring, which means now’s the perfect time to tidy up and repair the damage from winter storms! Below are some essential home improvement projects that can give your home a big boost in curb appeal. [...]
If you’ve got your mind set on purchasing a metal garage door, your next question might be which is better, steel garage doors, or aluminum? The answer depends on your budget, insulation needs, and style preferences. Learn more below from our Cary custom garage door contractor. Benefits of Steel Garage Doors Steel is the most [...]
Your garage door makes up a significant portion of your home’s exterior, so giving it a fresh coat of paint is a great, low-investment way to dramatically improve your entire home’s appearance. In today’s blog, our Cary garage door contractor lets you know how it’s done. Plan on taking a few days Before starting, be [...]
Back in November, we wrote about how to keep your pipes from freezing this winter. But if all the holiday hustle and bustle made home maintenance slip your mind, you might now be dealing with frozen pipes—and you’ll need to act quickly to minimize the damage and cost of repairs. Keep reading to learn how. [...]
If a garage door is repaired or installed improperly, it can risk harming you or your loved ones, or falling on expensive property, such as cars. Therefore, when you’re selecting someone to perform your garage door repair or installation, it’s essential to make sure that they are professional, licensed, and insured. Choosing an ordinary, inexperienced [...]
For so many of us, the garage isn’t just a place to store a car—it’s also where we take our messiest, noisiest jobs so as not to mess up the rest of the house (and irritate the rest of the household.) Whether you use your garage as a workshop, or simply want those dreaded cold [...]
Like any hardcore fans, "car people" almost have their own language. And if you do not speak that language, buying a gift for them can become tricky. If this describes your current situation, don’t worry—All American Overhead Garage has you covered. Keep reading for great gift ideas that will delight the car lover in your [...]
Freezing temperatures don’t occur often in here in Apex, but they do occur—and perhaps that very same scarcity is what makes them so costly to our warmth-accustomed residents. When pipes burst during unexpectedly frigid weather, the resulting water damage can easily cost thousands. Below are some easy, inexpensive ways to keep your water running and [...]
Few things are more annoying than jumping into your car, hitting the garage door opener, and sitting there waiting for a response that doesn’t come. Fortunately, there are many reasons a garage door won’t open that has nothing to do with the torsion springs, cable, or other mechanical issues. Below are some troubleshooting tips that [...]
With winter fast approaching, performing a few preventative maintenance tasks can help keep your garage door running smoothly all season long. If you need help with garage door repair, maintenance, or installation, call All American Overhead Garage Doors today. Lubricate All Metal Moving Parts Cold weather and moisture can cause your garage door’s rollers, tracks, [...]