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 ...

Q: I’m going to replace a broken spring for our garage door. The home-store salesman said I needed to replace both springs even though only one is broken. Is this true? A: A majority of homes use ...

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 ...

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Fall is the perfect time to service your door and make sure it’s running smoothly. Here’s what you need to do. Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. 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 ...

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