So for the past couple of years when the weather starts cooling I've noticed that our garage door can sometimes become "stuck" when trying to open. This only occurs if the outside temperature is cold (below 40F). [more inside]
posted by covert7 on Oct 28, 2009 - 6 answers

How much would it cost to convert a garage into an efficiency and how much could I do with a small garage? [more inside]
posted by aussicht on Sep 24, 2009 - 5 answers

I built a pulley system to hang my canoe from my garage ceiling. It’s awesome, you should see it. Unfortunately, there’s a slight problem. [more inside]
posted by bondcliff on Jun 1, 2009 - 14 answers

Mice coming in through the garage because the wall board doesn't come down low enough. What do I fill the gap with? [more inside]
posted by cmm on May 9, 2009 - 9 answers

I love renting a house in urban Atlanta! I hate renting a house in urban Atlanta! Can anyone help me find a place to fix my car... myself? [more inside]
posted by TheNewWazoo on Apr 21, 2009 - 4 answers

Does anyone know anything about the back corridors in malls behind the stores? [more inside]
posted by Sully on Mar 15, 2009 - 31 answers

What are the pros and cons of trying to switch heating systems from a traditional furnace to a waste oil heater that burns used gasoline engine oil, particularly for an automobile repair garage? [more inside]
posted by franklen on Feb 27, 2009 - 10 answers

My garage has been a rat motel for the past year. Now that the rats are gone how do I clean it and make it usable again? [more inside]
posted by phixed on Feb 24, 2009 - 3 answers

I normally take my 1999 Accord to the Honda dealership for oil changes. During my last visit, the mechanic suggested a couple of fairly expensive maintenance procedures. Is there a good resource out there to help me decide whether the prices they quoted me were reasonable? [more inside]
posted by SpringAquifer on Feb 14, 2009 - 20 answers

Car filter: my car got sideswiped on New Year's Eve. Need some direction on what types of places can fix what's broken and/or suggestions on ways to do so. [more inside]
posted by micawber on Jan 2, 2009 - 5 answers

Woodworkers I need you! A dream fulfilled: We are being given a new workshop! I need help ensuring we plan correctly. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jan 1, 2009 - 15 answers

I am looking for first-hand suggestions on garage floor mats that are made of sturdy rubber with channels to allow snow/water to run toward the garage door. [more inside]
posted by terrapin on Nov 28, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me keep the melting snow on my garage mat. [more inside]
posted by brandman on Nov 20, 2008 - 7 answers

Is there a website or forum where users compile and trade Garage band files of sequenced classic rock? I have a musician friend who is looking for pre-recorded tracks of just the drum and bass for each song, so he can add vocals and lead.
posted by crazyray on Oct 7, 2008 - 2 answers

Garage circuit breaker keeps tripping... [more inside]
posted by starman on Jul 14, 2008 - 11 answers

What is the cheapest USB mic I could find for a mac? [more inside]
posted by Melankolia on Jul 9, 2008 - 6 answers

Which Chicagoland parking garages are most notable? [more inside]
posted by asuprenant on Mar 11, 2008 - 7 answers

Setting up shop filter. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Mar 10, 2008 - 10 answers

Recommend a garage opener compatible with my BMW. [more inside]
posted by monkeybutt on Feb 10, 2008 - 2 answers

Why did I find my garage door open this morning? I haven't opened it with the garage door opener entry pad for several days, and I know it was closed completely the last time I used it. [more inside]
posted by wexford_arts on Jan 25, 2008 - 20 answers

Where can I buy a padded jacket for the concrete pillar in my parking garage that I keep accidentally scraping my car against? [more inside]
posted by bonheur on Dec 27, 2007 - 11 answers

Old garage door opener, and the last remote has gone missing. Can I go to radio shack, and make something work? I suspect this might sound nuts. [more inside]
posted by Richat on Nov 5, 2007 - 11 answers

I would like to grow an indoor lawn that will thrive, using organic methods if possible. I can't seem to find helpful information on the topic, although I bought 'Gardening on Pavement, Tables, and Hard Surfaces' (thanks Cabinet of Wonders...) for some inspiration. Any ideas or experienced indoor lawn growers out there? [more inside]
posted by thegreatfleecircus on Nov 2, 2007 - 9 answers

ManhattanParkingFilter: I am moving up to Manhattan and I need a garage to keep my car for at least a couple of months, while I decide what to do with it. [more inside]
posted by dcjd on Sep 24, 2007 - 10 answers

I'm in Texas and it's really damn hot. I have a workshop in my garage and I need to Get Stuff Done, I need help. [more inside]
posted by RustyBrooks on Aug 13, 2007 - 20 answers

I need to find a reliable auto repair shop in Tempe/Phoenix AZ for some brake work. [more inside]
posted by Alterscape on Aug 3, 2007 - 5 answers

Looking for a little help building a Google Maps/Craigslist display applet. [more inside]
posted by Marky on Jul 17, 2007 - 3 answers

Garage-floor repainting.. After etching the old surface, how do I rid of the fine powder? [more inside]
posted by mphuie on Jul 9, 2007 - 7 answers

Need ideas and suggestions for converting a detached two-car garage into a home office and a more efficient storage space. The garage is roughly 20' x 20' and about 70 years old, uninsulated, unvented, with a poured concrete floor. What are some features we should think about adding, and what are some possible pitfalls? Before/after photos and personal stories of renovation/conversion also sought. [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Jul 3, 2007 - 13 answers

My garage door opener has been acting funny, but it's very intermittent, which of course drives me nuts. Every once in a while, about 1-2 seconds after the garage door closes, it'll open back up. Sometimes, if I just close it again, it'll stay closed. But lately, it'll take 5-6 tries until it'll stay shut. The garage door opener is a Genie Pro Stealth, and I've already tried adjusting the limiters and such on the opener, and it actually worked perfectly for about 6-7 months, but lately it started acting up again. I tried adjusting the limiters again, and of course it worked for 2 days, then started reversing again. Does anybody have any idea what might be causing this and how I can fix it?
posted by edjusted on Feb 21, 2007 - 15 answers

This morning my car (95 Altima) wouldn't start. Seems like an ignition problem. Are there any honest auto repair shops I can take it to here in Miami (the closer to the intersection of Red and 8th the better)?
posted by 7878ponce on Jan 12, 2007 - 6 answers

Please help save me from garage door torsion spring hell! [more inside]
posted by bradn on Oct 24, 2006 - 9 answers

Help me prevent a roof leak. [more inside]
posted by the_W on Sep 16, 2006 - 9 answers

The home inspection revealed that the house we're trying to buy, listed as having a garage, does not have a functional garage. What, if any, legal recourse do we have? (i.e. are we entitled to compensation from the seller?) [more inside]
posted by robynal on Sep 6, 2006 - 17 answers

My fiance and I are trying to buy our first house, and the the inspector has told us that the garage is toast. How much of a headache will it be to replace the garage, and how do we pay for it? [more inside]
posted by cabingirl on Aug 18, 2006 - 19 answers

Calling all armchair MacGuyvers: My car is locked in my garage, and there must be a way to get it out. [more inside]
posted by hamster on May 18, 2006 - 24 answers

Help me find a back-yard shed which will fit on an existing slab. [more inside]
posted by soundslikeobiwan on Mar 17, 2006 - 7 answers

I just discovered that GarageBand is on my new PowerBook. Is it possible to use the keyboard keys as keys gor GB's musical keyboard? I couldn't find an answer to this quest on the Web or on Apple's site.
posted by ParisParamus on Dec 17, 2005 - 18 answers

What are some good wheel and alignment shops in or around Montclair, NJ? [more inside]
posted by jclovebrew on Nov 30, 2005 - 6 answers

Car ports. How hard is it to install one yourself? Do your neighbors care if you put up a car port in your driveway? [more inside]
posted by cushie on Jun 9, 2005 - 16 answers

There is a gate leading to a parking garage. Gate is opened by remote control, but the range on the garage door remote is not sufficient to open the gate from inside a car (unless said car is < 1 inch from gate). How to fix? [more inside]
posted by striker on Apr 7, 2005 - 14 answers

A method of determining the opened/closed status of my garage door [More inside] [more inside]
posted by smcniven on May 7, 2004 - 6 answers