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How to Choose the Right Garage Door

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For a beautiful and fully functional home, you can’t miss choosing the right garage door. Before you see catalogs and read about all the options available to you, you should make a checklist of everything you need to think about before you make a decision. There is no doubt that a variety of garage doors are available to you in the market today. But variety can also cause confusion. Since garage doors are a long-term investment, you should look through all aspects of garage doors before you make a decision. If you are in the market for a door for your garage, this is the guide for you. We will cover everything you need to know to make the right decision. Let’s begin!

Select the Right Style

In today’s day and age of design consciousness, garage door styles are far from functional If the exterior of your home is exquisite, do not forget the exquisiteness of your garage door. A garage door that does not match the exterior of your home may make the whole structure lose its appeal. When it comes to choosing the garage door, just choosing the right mechanism is not enough. If your house is going for an elegant minimalistic look, go for classic ivory garage doors. You can also go for an elaborate door to beautifully contrast the exterior of your home. If you want to make your house stand out, you can go for a custom-built door for your garage.

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Don’t Forget About Insulations

In most urban and sub-urban areas, garages are connected to the rest of the home. Often, they open to common areas like the kitchen or the hallway. They are also sometimes open to a bedroom. This is why insulation becomes an important part of garage door installation. Insulating the garage will ensure the overall comfort of your home. While planning the insulation of your garage doors, you will also come across the R-value and the U-factor of the garage doors. Both of these measurements are important. While the U-factor measures the flow of heat through the material, the R-value suggests the ability of the material to resist the flow of heat. Ideal insulation should have a high R-value and low U-factor.

Many old homes do not have insulation for their garage. However, it is always advised to insulate your house due to the following reasons:

  • It makes your garage door more energy efficient
  • It offers soundproofing qualities
  • It keeps your house feeling more comfortable
  • It also adds to the overall durability of your garage door
  • Reduces the loss of heat during cold months

You can go for polystyrene or polyurethane insulation. They are the most common types of insulation available in the market. Polystyrene insulation offers a relatively quieter operation but is not the popular choice due to the lack of energy efficiency. Polyurethane, on the other hand, is an energy-efficient material that is also quieter and best suited with homes situated in extreme climates. You should always go for an expert opinion while choosing the insulation for your garage.

Choose a Practical Door Type

It is easy to get carried away by the look and style of the door and compromise on functionality. If your house is an old structure, use a lighter garage door material so the structure of your house does not collapse with the weight. Weather and lifestyle play a major role in determining if the garage door suits your needs. It is advised to take professional help while finalizing and installing the door.

Don’t Ignore Care Requirements

Just installing a door is not enough, you must also make time to offer care. While choosing the right door will reduce the number of care requirements, there are some steps you can take to ensure that that your garage door keeps functioning properly:

  • Oil the garage door parts from time to time
  • Gently clean the surface to avoid dust from stealing away the sheen
  • Fix dents immediately before they solidify into the structure
  • Tighten up the hardware
  • Inspect and replace the rollers when needed
  • Check the cables regularly
  • Test auto-reverse features
  • Clean the tracks
  • Replace the rubber weather seal strip in case it is cracked or kinked

Ensure It Fits Your Budget

With so many modern garage doors available, it is easy to get carried away and lose track of your budget. The right installation company will guide you correctly and help you steer clear from overspending. Make a budget keeping in mind your expectation from your garage door and pay for only the features that you actually need for your home.

Ensure that The Material Chosen Caters to Your Needs

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There are a variety of garage door materials available to you today. Gone are the days when metal was the only option. In today’s time, you are offered many choices. Every material has its own merits and demerits.
While steel is a popular choice for being robust and budget-friendly, it is not that energy-efficient and does not offer any insulation by itself. Aluminium doors are also budget-friendly and comparatively more energy-efficient. However, they are not robust and may dent easily. While many homeowners still prefer wood for its elegant finish and comparatively higher insulation, it is often rejected for being too high maintenance. Wood composite is a smart choice for homeowners looking for the strength of steel and the style of wood in their garage doors. Wood composite can be repainted and turned into a brand new door which is why it is a popular choice. However, it is comparatively expensive. Fibreglass is another popular choice among homeowners today. However, it doesn’t offer all-weather protection which makes it suitable just for certain types of climates (mostly coastal due to its resistance to salt-water corrosion).

Evaluate Maintenance Efforts

Your choice of garage door material will also determine your maintenance efforts. However, it is important to know that if not the garage door, then at least the garage door springs and other parts require maintenance efforts. It is always good to choose a company that offers a warranty and quick repair in case of ill-performing garage doors.

Ensure that The Size Is Right

The garage door size also determines its operating efficiency. A smaller garage door will leave gaps causing loss of energy and discomfort. A bigger door on the other hand will hinder operation and eventually cause cracks and weakening of the structure.

 

When you choose the right company for your garage door installation, you don’t have to worry about anything. Always call a professional to help guide you correctly!

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