Tag: garage

Troubleshooting Garage Door Opener Problems

It only happens when you’re in a hurry: Your garage door opener malfunctions and you cannot get out of — or into — your house. Garage door openers are a tremendous convenience, but they can be temperamental. Let’s solve some of the most common frustrations. Anatomy of a garage door opener The modern garage door… Read more »

Installing Garage Ceiling Insulation

Rooms above uninsulated garages may be harder to cool and warm than the rest of your house. You also may notice car odors in those rooms. The solution to these problems is to insulate and air seal the garage ceiling. Here’s what you need to know about installing garage ceiling insulation. In through the garage,… Read more »

Hiring the Pros to Organize Your Garage

A professional garage makeover can transform the most neglected part of a home into a thing of beauty. But is it worth the hefty price tag? With a quick trip to a big box store, a do-it-yourself organizing system will get a homeowner’s belongings off the floor with snap-together shelves and wall hangers. But a… Read more »

Conquering the Clutter in Your Garage

Garages are supposed to be a place to park the car, but in reality, many Americans fill their garages to the brim with so much stuff that the thought of cleaning out and tidying up causes anxiety, fear and procrastination. Here’s how to conquer the clutter and put the cars back where they belong. Purge… Read more »