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How to Tell if Your Garage Door Cables Need Immediate Replacement
It was a quiet morning when a family in Houston noticed their garage door making a strange grinding sound. They ignored it, assuming it was just age-related wear. But by the end of the week, one side of the door dropped suddenly, bending the tracks, damaging the panels, and leaving their vehicle trapped inside. The…
How Long Does a New Garage Door Last? Maintenance Tips from Starling Garage Doors
When we arrived at the O’Mara residence in northeast Houston, homeowner David O’Mara explained how his garage door had suddenly jammed midway while closing. After inspection, our technicians discovered that the original garage door opener had worn down, and the garage door springs were heavily rusted, a result of years of exposure to Houston’s humidity…
Why Real Estate Agents Recommend Emergency Garage Door Repair in Texas Before a Sale
When a real estate agent in Katy, TX reached out to us late one Friday afternoon, she was frantic. Her clients were preparing to close on a $700,000 home the following Monday, but the garage door refused to close properly, and the opener was making loud grinding noises. Understanding the urgency, we dispatched one of…
