Things You Need to Know Before Buying a New Garage Door

Thinking about a new garage door installation? Or maybe you want to add a little bit of curb appeal to your home? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We at Door Doctor know which garage door will fit your needs.

Selecting a garage door according to your home’s exterior design can be confusing. What kind of material should you choose? Should you go with a timeless, classic design? What about something sleek and modern? Do you need polyurethane insulation? And what about colour?

We know you’ve got questions, and fortunately, we’ve got all the answers. Read on to find out more about what you should consider when shopping for your new garage door. 

All Garage Door Materials Are Not the Same

One of the most important things for you to consider when planning your new garage door installation is the type of material you prefer. If you don’t know anything about garage door materials, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down to learn more. 

• Wood composite - A modern take on classic wood garage doors, these doors feature a solid wood frame that typically has a fiberboard overlay. Their appearance is strikingly similar to traditional wood, but they are much cheaper. But, you’ll need to be careful and call us for routine maintenance if you choose this material.

• Steel -If you’re looking for longevity along with substantial insulation, steel doors are a great choice. They’re fully customizable, so you can select the aesthetic details that match perfectly with your home’s exterior design. More importantly, steel doors are very low maintenance, but this material does have one drawback: it’s prone to denting. But with proper care, a steel door will last you more than 20 years.

• Fiberglass -Fiberglass is more dent-resistant than steel, but it provides less insulation. You still have the option of adding insulation to a fiberglass door. This material also fares well in the longevity department; fiberglass doors usually last for 15–30 years with very little maintenance. 

• Aluminum -Aluminum is another popular material choice due to its longevity and durability. The material is thinner than steel, meaning it may dent more easily, but on the flip side, it’s less prone to rusting. Aluminum garage doors are fully customizable, and they can even look like real wood if you want.

• Vinyl -Often referred to as “kid-proof,” vinyl garage doors are virtually dent proof, so they’re a great choice if you have young children around who are prone to accidental run-ins. This material is quite similar to fiberglass and offers impressive longevity with very little maintenance.

Design Your Exterior Aesthetic

Last but not least, do you know which style of garage door you want? What type of design complements your exterior aesthetic perfectly? When it comes to choosing a garage door style, you have countless options. You can select from: 

• Clean and contemporary garage doors -Modern, contemporary, and sleek door designs add a touch of sophistication and class to mid-century modern exterior designs.

• Unique, carriage-style doors -Also referred to as barn-style doors, they feature distinctive paneling and lend a rustic feel to mission- or craftsman-style home exteriors.

• Classic, raised-panel garage doors -Raised-panel door design is the tried-and-tested, standby design that can complement just about any home exterior. These garage doors are perhaps the most common ones found in neighbourhoods throughout the country.

Insulation and Energy Efficiency

If your garage shares one or more walls with your living room or bedrooms, it’s a good idea to select an insulated door. Adequate garage door insulation will help maintain a more comfortable temperature within those rooms and help you cut down on your cooling and heating costs. Moreover, insulated garage doors tend to operate more quietly than their non-insulated counterparts, so you’ll make less of a racket when you leave for the day.

CONTACT DOOR DOCTOR FOR A NEW GARAGE DOOR TODAY

We at Door Doctor are committed to helping you find the perfect garage door to fit your needs. And, once you’ve found it, our garage door repair and installation team will ensure a seamless, stress-free install. For over 40 years, we’ve helped thousands of homeowners just like you install and maintain their garage doors, and we’d love to make you our next fully satisfied client.

To learn more about our garage door repair and other services, give our team a call or leave us a message on our contact page. For your convenience, you can also request a residential or commercial quote online!