Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of professional experience as a writer and editor. She's previously worked at sites like Talking Points Memo, Insider, Delish, Angi and ...

The general public’s knowledge of garage doors and openers typically starts and ends at the remote. Click the button, and it opens. Click it again, and it closes. It’s one of those things we take for ...

Garage door replacement has a typical cost range of $750 to $1,638, with homeowners paying a national average of $1,190. The main factors that affect the total cost of this project include the type ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Dear Ken: One of the springs on my garage door is broken. Is this something I can fix? — Mitch Answer: I wouldn’t. Those springs are wound to a high degree of tension so they can lift the door (the ...

Protect and preserve your garage door, which often takes a beating from the sun and the weather. Sand, prime and paint rust spots on steel garage doors. Wash fiberglass doors with an all-purpose ...

If your garage door doesn't seem to functioning properly, it's a good idea to inspect the garage door springs for any problems. Professional garage door technicians can give the springs a tune-up if ...

A loud and noisy garage door can be one of the first signs that it’s time to replace the springs. New springs aren’t as costly to replace as the garage door itself and may even help prolong the door's ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. When it comes to essential maintenance tasks around the home, your garage door may not be at the top of your list. But if the garage door ...