How to Avoid Garage Door Scams
Why I Refuse to Play the Game — and What That Means for You
A note from the fourth-generation president of Forest Door Company on honesty, the garage door industry, and why who you hire matters more than you think.
Garage Door News
Garages: Not Just for Cars
Your garage may have been built to house your car, but that’s just the beginning of what it can do. Today’s homeowners are reimagining the garage as an extension of their living space — transforming it into everything from a home gym to a cozy retreat.Here’s how you can take your garage from carport to
What’s the ROI on a New Garage Door in Chicago and Suburbs? (2025 Update)
For many homeowners, a garage door is more than just an entryway to store vehicles; it’s an integral part of your home’s identity and functionality. Upgrading or replacing your garage door can offer surprising benefits to your property, impacting everything from curb appeal to energy efficiency.
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Garage Door Safety: Protecting Your Home and Loved Ones
Each May, Garage Door Safety Month reminds us that your garage door is the largest moving part of your home—and one of the most overlooked sources of risk. From pinched fingers and crushed limbs to break-ins through a poorly secured door, the hazards are real. Below, we’ve blended best practices from national safety experts with local know-how from Forest Garage Doors—your brick-and-mortar, family-owned partner since 1946—to help you keep your home, family, and belongings safe.
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Wind-load Rated Garage Doors
In the Chicagoland area, some municipalities are requiring wind load certified overhead garage doors. Customers and builders are uncertain about what this means. Forest Door and other reputable overhead door distributors offer wind load certified doors and will be able to answer your questions. We address some common questions below.
Why Does My Garage Smell Like Gas?
A Comprehensive Guide to Identifying and Eliminating Gas Odors
If you’ve ever spent time in a garage, you can instantly recognize the stench of gasoline. Despite having the right size and decent storage space, a persistent gasoline odor can ruin the experience if you’re using your garage for purposes other than parking your car.
Even with regular maintenance, you might still face this unpleasant odor. So, why does your garage smell like gas? It’s a frustrating question, but the good news is that you can narrow down the source of the odor and take steps to eliminate it. Here’s how our client Jerry from La Grange, IL did it.