If your garage door opener stopped working after thunderstorm, you're not alone. Power surges and GFCI outlet trips are among the most common service calls we receive at H&O Garage Door Repair across Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Long Island. Understanding how surge protection and GFCI outlets work can save you hundreds in repair...

As smart homes evolve, the garage is no longer the weakest link in the chain. In 2026, homeowners in New York City and Long Island are investing in smart garage systems that combine convenience, safety, and full automation.

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As the holiday season approaches, most New Yorkers focus on decorating, family gatherings, and last-minute shopping. Before you get lost in the festive rush, take half an hour to prepare one of the most important parts of your home: your garage door.
A quick 30-minute holiday garage door...

When your garage door stops working properly, the culprit is often a broken or worn-out spring. These seemingly simple components are actually the heart of your garage door system, doing the heavy lifting every time you open or close your door. For New York City homeowners, understanding the difference between torsion and...

Few things are more frustrating than discovering your car is trapped behind a garage door that won't...

Live above, below, or next to a garage? Here’s how to reduce opener noise at the source. We compare belt-, direct-, and screw-drive systems with realistic dB ranges, NYC-specific install tactics (vibration isolation, mounting), what co-op boards typically ask for,...

The lights are flickering. You receive a notification on your phone indicating a power outage. And then it hits you—your car is trapped in the garage, and you must drive off to work or pick up your kids from school. This is a more common occurrence than you might think for New York City homeowners...

Winter in NYC hits hard. Freezing temps, ice storms, and road salt wreak havoc on garage doors. Every season, we see the same problems at Kraus Garage: frozen tracks, snapped cables, and doors that won't budge.

Don't wait until your door fails on a 20-degree morning. This checklist keeps your garage door running smooth all...