What Should You Look For In A New Garage Door?

June 4, 2018

Your garage door is much more than an entry and exit point. It is essential to understand how they can actually benefit you, your family and your home. If you know what different types of garage doors may mean for your home and your wallet, you can pick the one that's just right for your needs.


How Important Is Energy Efficiency?

Some garage doors do a better job of keeping out the elements. Thin, uninsulated, or damaged doors can let in hot or cold air, making your garage uncomfortable and forcing your home's heating or cooling system to work harder—especially when you open the door to the house. Upgrading to an insulated door, like one made of steel, fiberglass, Aluminum/glass or vinyl, can improve energy efficiency and lower costs.

Insulated Garage Door

An insulated garage door helps keep heat in during winter and blocks hot air in summer, reducing energy costs and making your garage more comfortable year-round.

Aluminum/Glass

Aluminum-frame garage doors with large glass panels let in natural light while offering privacy with various glass options. They're rust-proof, durable, and available with solid panels for a sleek, \modern look. These doors can also be used as indoor partitions and come in paint or powder-coated finishes to match your home's style.

Steel

Steel garage doors are durable, dent-resistant, and built to last with multi-layer construction and baked-on finishes. Insulated options boost energy efficiency, lower heating and cooling costs, and reduce garage noise—especially for attached garages. Contact us to learn more about the benefits of steel doors.

Fiberglass

Durable fiberglass beadboard and XPS composite overlay face boards are bonded to wood-grain textured steel sections using high-performance adhesives and finished at the factory for lasting quality.

Vinyl

A vinyl garage door is a basic level for insulated garage doors, also known as a double-layer garage door. It is made of vinyl, also known as PVC or plastic, which is dent-proof and more durable than steel. Vinyl garage doors are lightweight, low-maintenance, won’t warp or rot, and resists scratches and rust. They are promoted as being ‘kid-proof,’ because they are difficult to dent or break. Typically built upon steel frames, these doors are filled with polyurethane insulation

What Is Your Home's Style?


 Your garage door is one of the first things people notice and plays a big role in your home’s curb appeal. Whether you're updating your exterior or just replacing the door, you have many style and material options. Wood suits a traditional look, steel or glass fits a modern design, and fiberglass offers a wide range of colors. You can also paint a wood door to match your home's exterior.

 

What Is Your Budget?

Garage doors can get pricey, but you don’t have to blow your whole renovation budget. They come in a range of styles and prices—from basic, functional options to more ornate or insulated models. Even budget-friendly doors can look great, especially with features like stamped panels or embossing that mimic high-end materials. Talk to one of our experts to explore all your options or see options on refreshing your door.

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