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Is your garage door making loud noises, closing inconsistently, or showing signs of wear? In this episode of The Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips and garage door expert Dylan break down the most common garage door warning signs homeowners ignore—and why delaying repairs can lead to expensive damage or serious safety risks. Learn how to identify problems like:-Loud squeaking, grinding, o...

Is your garage door making strange noises? Don't ignore it. A garage door is the largest moving object in your home, and small warning signs can quickly turn into expensive (or dangerous) repairs. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, garage door expert Jacob Austin shares:✅ The #1 garage door problem homeowners face✅ How to tell if you have a broken garage door spring✅ The warni...

Thinking about a career in the garage door industry? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips sits down with Jacob Austin, a technician with over 12 years of garage door experience, to discuss his firsthand experience at A1 Garage Door Academy. Learn why experienced technicians still benefit from professional training, what makes the academy different from traditional on-...

Thinking about repairing or replacing your garage door? In this episode of The Garage Authority Podcast, our expert technicians break down the real cost of garage door repairs, when it's smarter to replace instead of repair, the benefits of insulated garage doors, and the most important safety features every homeowner should understand. You'll learn:✅ Average garage door repair costs✅ Wh...

Is your garage door making grinding, squeaking, or other unusual noises? In this clip from The Garage Authority Podcast, garage door experts explain the most common reasons garage doors become noisy and the warning signs homeowners should never ignore. Lack of lubrication, missed maintenance, and worn components can all lead to excessive noise and potentially costly repairs. Learn how to recognize...

Does your HOA have a say in your new garage door? The answer might surprise you... and ignoring them could cost you big. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast Powered by A1, host Jonithan Phillips sits down with installer and field veteran Gonzo to break down everything homeowners need to know before buying a garage door in an HOA community. They cover:-Why HOAs regulate garage doors (an...

Everything you need to know about RV garage doors for your home, straight from an experienced installer. In this episode, host Jonathan Phillips sits down with installer Gonzo to cover:✅ What qualifies as an RV garage door✅ How tall RV garage doors should be (12 ft, 14 ft, 16 ft options)✅ The biggest mistakes homeowners make — including width, clearance & driveway slope✅ Why you should siz...

Think WD-40 is the best garage door lubricant? Believe a noisy garage door is normal? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, host Jonithan Phillips sits down with A1 Academy Instructor Gonzo to debunk the most common garage door myths homeowners encounter. Learn the truth about:✅ WD-40 vs. proper garage door lubricants✅ Why you should never grease your garage door tracks✅ What causes...

Thinking about becoming a garage door technician? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, host Jonithan Phillips sits down with A1 Garage Door Service technician George to discuss what it's really like working in the garage door industry. From training and career growth to earning potential, customer interactions, work-life balance, and the challenges technicians face every day, this...

Are you making costly mistakes with your garage door without even realizing it? In Episode 89 of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips sits down with garage door expert George to discuss the biggest mistakes homeowners make when it comes to garage door maintenance, repairs, and replacement decisions. From buying cheap garage door parts online to skipping routine maintenance and waiting t...

Is your garage door opener acting up? Whether your garage door won't close, only opens a few inches, makes strange noises, or your remote suddenly stops working, this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast breaks down the most common garage door opener problems homeowners face. Host Jonithan Phillips sits down with A1 Garage Door Service trainer Isaac to explain what's really causing thes...

Did you know one of the most dangerous parts of your garage door is hiding in plain sight? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips sits down with garage door expert Isaac to break down everything homeowners need to know about garage door brackets. Learn the difference between top brackets and bottom brackets, common signs of wear and failure, how brackets affect your gar...

Garage doors have come a LONG way over the last 100+ years… 👀In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Phillips sits down with garage door industry veteran Dave Reed to break down the complete history and evolution of garage doors, from the very first sectional garage door in the 1920s to today’s modern smart openers, insulated doors, safety standards, and high-tech innovations. D...

Your garage door springs get all the attention… but what about your bearings? 👀In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door Service, we break down why garage door bearings are one of the most overlooked parts of your entire torsion system, and how worn bearings can lead to noisy operation, damaged torsion tubes, premature spring wear, and even complete garage door fai...

Is your garage letting in heat, dust, water, bugs… or even rodents? 👀 In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, we break down everything homeowners should know about garage door seals and weatherproofing. From weather trim and bottom rubber to rodent seals, storm shields, and commercial applications, our team shares how the right seal can improve insulation, protect your garage, and extend...

In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, we break down everything homeowners need to know about garage door spring cycles, spring lifespan, and why proper spring sizing matters more than most people realize. Learn the difference between standard springs, high-cycle springs, and max life springs, plus how garage door usage, wire size, door weight, and installation quality all impact how lon...

Is your garage door opener making strange noises, randomly opening, or struggling to close properly? 🚨In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, Jonithan Philips and Travis Mello break down the biggest warning signs your garage door opener may be failing before it completely gives out. From ghost openings and clicking noises to worn gears, heavy doors, and failing receiver modules, they cov...

Is your garage door panel dented, cracked, faded, or damaged by a car? In this episode Jonithan Phillips and A1 Garage Door Service expert Jaime Garcia break down everything homeowners need to know about garage door panel repair vs replacement. We cover:-What causes garage door panel damage-When a panel can be repaired-When it’s safer to replace the entire garage door-Structural vs cosmetic damage...

Garage door hinges might be the most overlooked part of your entire garage door system… but they play a HUGE role in safety, alignment, and long-term performance. 🚪⚠️In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door we break down everything homeowners need to know about garage door hinges, including:✔️ What garage door hinges actually do✔️ Why cracked or worn hinges are da...

Garage door cables are one of the most important and most overlooked parts of your garage door system. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door Service, Jonithan Phillips sits down with A1 Training Academy instructor Jaime Garcia to break down how garage door lift cables work, why they fail, and the warning signs homeowners should never ignore. Learn:• What garage...

The garage door industry is more than installs and service calls it’s a community. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door Service, Jonithan Phillips sits down with Chris Lowry from Vertical Lift Outreach (VLO), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people in the garage door, gate, and access control industries during times of hardship. From helping famili...

Smart garage door openers are everywhere now, but what do they actually do, and are they worth the upgrade? In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door Service, we dive into the world of smart garage door technology, myQ integration, security cameras, Wi-Fi operators, remote access, and the future of garage automation. We discuss:• Smart garage door opener features ho...

Thinking about installing a garage door opener yourself? Before you grab the tools, watch this. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast powered by A1 Garage Door Service, we break down the real difference between DIY garage door opener installation vs hiring a professional. From safety risks to common installation mistakes, this episode gives homeowners everything they need to make the rig...

Your garage door might look simple, but behind it is a powerful system doing all the heavy lifting. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, we break down the garage door torsion system, often called the “muscle” of your door. From springs and drums to bearings and the torsion tube, we explain how each part works together to safely lift hundreds of pounds with ease. You’ll learn:-What the...

Think springs are the most important part of your garage door? Think again. Garage door drums control how your door lifts, balances, and stays on track and when they fail, things can go bad fast. In this episode of the Garage Authority Podcast, we break down:• What garage door drums actually do• The difference between standard vs. safety drums• How the wrong drum can damage your entire system• Why...