Garage door prep starts with clearing your space, checking your existing door, and inspecting your floor. When you skip these steps, installers can’t start your project. Get them right, and your installation happens in a single visit. Plenty of homeowners get excited about their new garage door but forget the…

You’ve been hearing that grinding sound for weeks. It gets louder every time the door opens. You think about calling someone, but it still works, so you put it off. That’s exactly how a $200 repair becomes a $2,000 replacement. Garage doors don’t fail suddenly. They give you warnings. Grinding…

Your garage door colour should complement your home’s existing palette. That’s why, consider your exterior walls, trim, and overall style to create a look that either blends seamlessly or offers a bold contrast. Remember, the garage door is one of the most visible features of your home, often dominating the…

You’ve probably left your garage door open at least once. Maybe you realised it hours later, or a neighbour knocked on your door to let you know. It’s one of those things that nags at you throughout the day, especially when you’re stuck at work with no way to check….

Garage doors have a knack for breaking down at the worst possible moments. You’re running late for work, press the remote control, and nothing happens. Or you hear a loud snap from the garage, followed by a door that doesn’t want to budge. Now, do you get it fixed or…

If you’re installing a new garage door, you can expect disruption and uncertainty about costs and timelines. But what if there was a better way? We are Control Room, Australia’s leading garage door installation specialists. In this guide, we’ll show you what happens during a garage door installation, how to…

I don’t know about you, but my garage door scares me as much as Bigfoot does. Every day in Australia, garage door accidents cause serious injuries. Tragically, most victims are children playing in what should be a safe family space. The reality is sobering. Your garage door weighs between 120-180kg….

Nothing ruins your morning like pressing the garage door remote and hearing that awful grinding noise. Or worse, complete silence. You’re trapped in your driveway, late for work, and facing what could be a massive garage door repair bill. The panic sets in fast, and that’s when reality hits. That…

Did you know that around 9% of burglars break in through the garage? And no, we’re not talking about someone leaving the garage door open for it. The number comes from burglars invading through older garage systems that can be forced open in seconds, even when “locked.” So if your…

A garage door is one of the most used and overlooked parts of a home—until it stops working. Suddenly, you’re faced with a stuck door, grinding noises, or even a complete failure. A malfunctioning garage door opener isn’t just an inconvenience; it can also lead to costly repairs and safety…