No one wants to incur huge renovation expenses every other year. This is precisely why most people prefer repairs over total replacements for any home improvement project—including garage doors.

Though quite reliable, garage doors are certainly not invincible. Being one of the most frequently used parts of the house, a garage door deserves as much care and maintenance as, say, your lawn or your car.

Garage doors are a big part of American homes. A survey shows that 80% of homes in the US have a garage. Also, 52% of homeowners wish to have a garage that others would envy.

As new trends in garage doors emerge, most home builders will point out that there’s no excuse not to get a garage door that will protect your property and complement your living space’s aesthetic.

Here are a few helpful tips on maintaining your garage door.

Beware! Not all garage door repair companies are trustworthy, and some are just waiting to take advantage of your emergency and/or lack of knowledge on garage doors.