Did you know that one of the easiest, quickest and best ways to increase your home’s ROI is with a new garage door? In fact, it’s one of the best improvements you can make when it comes time to selling your home.

According to Cost Value, replacing a garage door is one of the most affordable home improvements on the Remodeling 2023 Cost vs. Value report (www.costvsvalue.com) and has one of the top ROIs nationally. This year’s findings show that a $4,302 investment will net $4,418 or 102.7% at resale, on average, nationwide.

Ready to put your house on the market or considering it in the near future? If so, now would be a great time to put the plan in motion to replace your garage door. We’re here to help.

Learn more about how a new garage door can increase your home’s value.  

Clopay Garage Doors recently shared their top residential trends for 2023 – from fusing the indoors with the outdoors, to gorgeous color blocking, to high performing faux wood garage doors. Take a look at what’s in high demand by homeowners below.

Trend #1 Indoor/Outdoor Connections

Floor to ceiling windows and doors that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living and flood spaces with natural light are a priority for homeowners. After spending so much time there, homeowners view their house not only as a place of work/life balance but their overall well-being.

Read more at Clopay

Trend #2 Color Blocking 

Many homeowners are now choosing more colorful palettes leaving sellers looking for easy and affordable ways to update their home’s curb appeal.

Read more at Clopay

Trend #3 High Performing Faux Doors  

Faux wood garage doors are made using durable, weather-resistant materials. Couple that with strength, sustainability and realistic texture, and homeowners can design exteriors that don’t sacrifice function for aesthetics.

Steel garage doors with a woodgrain paint finish and composite doors are easier to maintain than wood, will perform better and will last longer.

Read more at Clopay

Want to learn more about Clopay Garage Doors? Give the team at Ramirez Custom Overhead Doors a call.

Have you ever wondered how to properly clean your garage door? After all, it’s not your average door, and cleaning incorrectly could lead to damage.

Truth is, it’s easy to clean your garage door and all you need are items you probably already have at home. There are, however, a few things to remember.

Take a look at Clopay’s great article with a step-by-step on cleaning your garage door.  

While it may be tempting to buy your garage door from a big box store, it’s usually not a good idea. Sure, you can complete your purchase with a click of a button, but we recommend saving your online splurges for things like dream vacations and holiday gifts.

Purchase your garage door from a local garage door dealer instead. Here’s  why:

Exceptional customer service. At Ramirez Custom Overhead Garage Door, we are on a first name basis with our customers. From the first call to the installation to regular maintenance appointments, our team and technicians are dedicated to providing excellent customer service from day one. You simply won’t get that from a big box store.

Emergency garage door service. You shouldn’t have to wait when you have a garage door emergency. That’s why we offer emergency service and repair for our customers. Big stores simply don’t have the capacity nor the knowledge to provide this to their customers.

Design know how. The team at Ramirez Overhead Door works with architects, builders and owners of homes of all kinds of styles. We can offer advice on what garage door styles will look great on your home because we have a deep understanding and appreciation of Northern California home design.

Excellent garage door selection. We carry a huge variety of garage doors from leading manufacturers including Clopay. And we can order and install any garage door that you find at a big store.

Commitment to our community. We care about our community, and that goes for our fellow local businesses, too. Investing in a garage door from the Ramirez team means investing in your neighbors. You’re helping keep jobs here in Vacaville and the local economy strong.

Ready for a new garage door? Give us a call!

It’s getting cooler outside, and you know that that means (or at least what we’re going to say!)… it’s time to check your garage door and make sure it’s ready for the weather ahead. This season, we’ve kept the list simple, but what’s on the list is important. Trust us, you don’t want to deal with a garage door repair during the busy holiday season.

Take a look at the list below to ensure garage door is ready for winter.

Garage Door Replacement. If you’ve been planning on investing in a new garage door for your home this year, now is the perfect time. There are a myriad of benefits to replacing your garage door in the fall – from better energy efficiency to increase security to not having to worry about costly repairs.

Garage Door Springs. You’ll want to check your garage door springs now to make sure they’re working properly. Try pulling your garage door’s release handle when the door is down completely. Then, lift it part of the way up and let it go down on its own. If it comes down quickly you may need your garage door springs adjusted or replaced.

Also check that your garage door springs are lubricated. Sometimes, especially in older garage doors, the lubrication can dry up or harden which can cause your garage door springs to not work optimally.

Check the seal. The bottom of your garage door should seal to the ground. This is essential to keep drafts out of the garage – as well as any pesky critters! If there’s room between your garage door and the ground, it may be time to replace your garage door or the garage door seal.

Replace the rollers. We recommend replacing your garage door’s rollers every five years, and they should be checked at least once every year. If you haven’t done this yet, make sure to do so before the weather gets cold. Look for worn, cracked or chipped rollers. If you see any, give us a call to have them replaced.

Clean the garage door. If your garage doors are fiberglass, you can wash them down with a good all-purpose cleaner. If your garage doors are made from wood, take a look to make sure there are no warped or water damaged areas, especially if your wood garage doors are older.

It doesn’t take long to complete these fall garage door maintenance items, but it can really save time and money in the long run. We’re happy to check your garage door, too. Just give us a call to set up an appointment with one of our experienced technicians at your convenience.