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Globe and Mail
06-03-2025
- Automotive
- Globe and Mail
Local Garage Experts Cuts Through the Noise: New Guide Helps Homeowners Pick the Perfect Garage Door Opener
"Chain or Belt Garage Door Opener: Which is Right for Your Home?" Local Garage Experts has released a practical guide, 'Chain or Belt Garage Door Opener: Which Is Right for Your Home?', to help homeowners navigate a common yet confusing decision. The blog post compares noise levels, costs, durability, and maintenance needs of chain-driven and belt-driven systems. Los Angeles, CA - Mar 6, 2025 - Your early-morning coffee ritual shouldn't include a symphony of grinding chains. Local Garage Experts is here to help... Local Garage Experts, your neighborhood ally for all things garage doors, has just dropped a must-read guide to end the 'chain vs. belt' debate once and for all. Titled ' Chain or Belt Garage Door Opener: Which Is Right for Your Home?', the new blog post is like having a coffee chat with a trusted mechanic—no jargon, just straight talk to help homeowners choose the right opener for their lifestyle, budget, and sanity. The Silent Struggle (Literally) Garage door openers might seem like a small detail, but pick wrong, and you'll regret it every time you cringe at a rattling chain or scramble for surprise repairs. The guide dives into the nitty-gritty: 'The Night Owl vs. The Early Bird': Why belt-driven openers (spoiler: they're quiet) are a game-changer for homes with bedrooms above the garage. Budget vs. Long-Term Savings: Chain systems cost less upfront, but will repairs eat those savings later? Maintenance Made Simple: Pro tips to keep your opener humming—because nobody wants a 2 a.m. breakdown. Pet-Friendly Picks: Which opener won't send Fido sprinting for cover? (Hint: It's not the chain.) 'We've all been there—standing in a hardware store, staring at options, and thinking, 'How different can they really be?'' says Jimmy Hawkins, a lead technician at Local Garage Experts. 'Turns out, the choice matters. Our guide isn't just about openers; it's about saving time, money, and your peace of mind.' Why This Matters Now With 65% of homeowners listing garage noise as a top annoyance (and 78% admitting they've ignored maintenance until something breaks), Local Garage Experts is tackling real pain points. The guide doesn't just compare specs—it reads like advice from your DIY-savvy neighbor, blending expertise with relatable humor. Real Stories, Real Solutions The blog also features anecdotes from local homeowners, like Mark from Lakewood, who learned the hard way: 'Our chain opener sounded like a tractor. After switching to a belt drive, my kids finally stopped accusing me of 'waking the whole house' to grab a midnight snack.' Beyond the Blog: Your Garage's Best Friend Local Garage Experts isn't stopping at advice. They're rolling out free seasonal maintenance checklists and a 'Ask a Tech' hotline for readers with urgent questions. 'We want homeowners to feel empowered, not overwhelmed,' adds Hawkins. 'Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned DIYer, we've got your back.' For Homeowners Ready to Upgrade (or Just Stop Cringing) Read the full guide here: Chain vs Belt Garage Door Opener. About Local Garage Experts Since 2003, Local Garage Experts has been the go-to crew for garage door installations, repairs, and 'Hey, can you take a look at this?' moments across California. Family-owned and community-driven, they've helped over 15,000 homeowners sleep better (literally) with quieter, safer garage systems. Their mission? To turn overwhelming choices into confident decisions—with zero sales pressure. Fun Fact: Their team once rescued a cat trapped in a garage door panel. (The cat, now named 'Gearbox,' is thriving.) Media Contact Company Name: Local Garage Experts Contact Person: Jimmy Howkins Email: Send Email Phone: 3239248777 Address: 1198 Maple Ave City: Los Angeles State: California Country: United States Website:
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
High price of eggs impacts popular Des Moines brunch spots
DES MOINES, Iowa — The increasing price of eggs is a concern for consumers in grocery stores, but it's also impacting local restaurants. The Early Bird is a popular restaurant serving brunch in the Des Moines Metro, with locations in West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Des Moines' East Village. The owner, Kendal Owen, says the high price of eggs has a 'tremendous impact' on his business. According to the USDA Egg Markets Overview released on Friday, the average cost of a dozen eggs in the Midwest has increased to $7.81. Grand View's 'GK' looking to cap lifelong journey with another national title Owen says restaurants typically pay more because broadline distributors deliver eggs around three times a week to each of his locations, so it's more expensive than just buying from a grocery store when the price of delivery is accounted for. Between its three metro locations, The Early Bird uses between 1,200 and 1,500 eggs in a single day. Their menu has roughly 65 options and a majority include eggs. Owen says the cost of eggs for him has doubled within the last six months. However, just because the cost has increased for him, doesn't mean the menu at The Early Bird will reflect that. 'It's not our goal to do that. We really want to put our best foot forward to our guest and make sure that our menu prices stay consistent and relevant with the time,' said Owen. While he doesn't plan to increase menu prices anytime soon, Owen says it may be an option in the future. According to Owen, if the price of eggs continues to increase, he may have to revisit menu prices in roughly six months. Or, if the cost of other foods the restaurant purchases in large amounts also starts to increase, then menu prices will be reassessed. However, that is not a possibility the popular brunch restaurant is considering right now, and there are many options on the menu that don't contain eggs. High price of eggs impacts popular Des Moines brunch spots DMPD releases video in deadly January officer-involved shooting UPDATE: Missing 12-year-old found safe Polk County barn fire likely started from space heater Pleasant Hill townhome sustains damage in morning fire Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
