by Jim Anderson | Sep 11, 2019
Maximum Safety and Advanced Accessibility Now that school is back in session, we at Anderson Garage Doors want to share some great suggestions for After School Safety Solutions. Proudly serving Cache Valley for over 30 years, we care largely for your family and want... 
by Jim Anderson | Jul 22, 2019
Garage door designs are becoming more and more unique. New deeper grooves and bigger raised panels are added to help the garage door design be more prominent. Vinyl weatherstripping works great on doors with a flush edge but can leave gaps on doors with an uneven... 
by Jim Anderson | Jun 20, 2019
We at Anderson Garage Doors are always looking for new ideas and solutions to problems in the garage door industry. Each year garage door manufacturers develop exciting new products such as garage door openers with wifi, residential garage doors with insulated... 
by Jim Anderson | Apr 2, 2019
Most garage doors are raised and lowered several times throughout the day. If your garage door is noisy this can be very frustrating, especially if you are trying to sleep. We have some easy DIY tips to reduce garage door noise and a few tips that need to be done by a... 
by Jim Anderson | Jan 22, 2019
Keep the Cold Out If you live in an area where temperatures drop below freezing during the winter months, like our beautiful Cache Valley, Utah, and you want to warm up your garage, then we have a simple solution for you. Garage Door Insulation Kits! Each time... 
by Jim Anderson | Nov 19, 2018
We love the “do it yourself” enthusiast but there are some repairs related to garage doors that need to be done by a professional. We have known many people who have been seriously injured trying to fix their garage door after watching a YouTube video.... 
by Jim Anderson | Nov 2, 2018
The holiday season will soon be here which means we will all be going in and out of our homes and opening and closing our garage doors more often. Shopping, celebrating, family vacations and parties keep us on the go which is one of the top reasons why there are so... 
by Jim Anderson | Oct 19, 2018
It’s that time of year to begin preparing for the upcoming winter months. In order to ensure your home is ready for the harsh cold, we created a list of garage winter weather tips that are guaranteed to keep out bugs, dirt, and debris. Sealing your garage door should... 
by Jim Anderson | Sep 5, 2018
More and more families are using their garages for more than just parking vehicles. Garages are becoming an extended room of the house and because of it, people are spending more and more time in their garages. Even though there are some amazing new flooring options... 
by Jim Anderson | Jul 25, 2018
Recently we have had multiple calls from clients with garage doors that won’t shut. Their remotes suddenly stop working too. Nearly 100% of the time this is due to something with the safety sensors. Either something is blocking the safety sensors, or the sensors... 
by Jim Anderson | May 4, 2018
New Garage Door Paint Options Whenever I travel around the country, I always notice all the unique garage door styles and colors. It’s interesting to see the trends that dominate certain parts of the country. I recently visited the midwest and was surprised how... 
by Jim Anderson | Apr 12, 2018
Over the past few years we’ve had a number of clients who have wanted to add a window section to their old garage door. Adding windows can give an old door new life, enhance curb appeal, and help make the garage door blend in with the style of the home. Usually... 
by Jim Anderson | Jan 22, 2018
LED Lights in Garage Door Openers Do you have an opener or remote that suddenly stopped working? Are the lights in the opener randomly flashing? Have your remotes lost their range? These complications could be caused by LED lights in garage door openers. Just like a... 
by Jim Anderson | Sep 7, 2017
Replacing Garage Door Bottom Seals It’s that time of year again. Time to prepare your garage door for the upcoming winter months! To prevent cold air and critters from entering your garage it is important to inspect and if needed replace the garage door... 
by Jim Anderson | Jul 20, 2017
Supporting The Top Section of Your Garage Door One of the most common service calls we get is to fix or replace a bent or buckling top section. Nearly every time, there are two reasons for this problem: the opener is hung to high, and the door does not have a strut.... 
by Jim Anderson | Jul 6, 2017
Do I need to replace both garage door springs? Your garage doors are probably going up and down multiple times a day. Torsion springs are necessary to allow the up and down movement of the garage door. When a spring breaks the door needs to be opened manually. Most... 
by Jim Anderson | Apr 12, 2017
How to Clean Your Garage Door Spring is finally here! It’s time to start gearing up for spring house-cleaning. Your garage door is one of the largest, hardest-working surfaces on the exterior of your home. It deserves the same TLC that other areas of your home... 
by Jim Anderson | Jan 6, 2017
Cold Weather Garage Door Maintenance When the temperature gets to the level of freezing (or far below it), garage doors and openers begin to have problems. Since the temperature is now well below 0 here in Logan, Utah, we thought a few cold weather garage door... 
by Jim Anderson | Apr 14, 2016
Garage door safety sensors are safety features that prevent your garage door from closing on objects, people and pets. This feature is designed to save lives and prevent serious injury when the garage door automatically closes. Safety sensors are located a few inches... 