Finding Great New Garage Doors

3 Things To Know Before You Replace Your Garage Door

10 May 2018

Gertrude Collins

If your garage door is reaching the end of its life, and it is time to replace it, there are a few things you are going to want to know about the overhead door replacement process. First, you are going to want to make sure that you get an in-person quote for replacing your garage door. Second, you need to think carefully about the material that your garage door is made out of. Third, remember to include insulation.

#1 Get an In-Person Quote

A garage door is a really large custom piece that is going to be made for your home. Even if you measure everything twice, you may still not get the measurements for your garage door just right. When measuring for a new garage door, the opening size and shape has to be measured, as well as the headroom and the side clearance that your garage provides.

With so many measurements that need to be taken, it is best to have someone come out and measure your garage door for you. That way, you will get the most accurate quote and the responsibility of the garage door being the right size rests with the company providing the door, since they took the measurements, not you.

#2 Think Carefully About Material

Next, you need to think carefully about what type of material you want your garage door to be made out of. Although a wood door can look really great, keep in mind that a wood garage door requires a lot of maintenance. With a wood garage door, you will need to recoat the garage door every few years in order to keep it in good shape.

If you want the look of a wood garage door without the work of one, there are lots of great options on the market. You could go with a embossed steel door that has a faux wood finish on the outside, which is a great and affordable choice. Or you could go with a composite or fiberglass door instead.

#3 Remember to Include Insulation

Finally, remember to include insulation on your new garage door. Splurging for a wood door with polyurethane insulation instead of extruded polystyrene insulation will increase the R value of your garage door. The R value of your garage door is a measurement of its insulation protection. In order to regulate the temperatures inside of your garage, you are going to want a well-insulated garage door.

When ordering a garage door, leave the measuring to the professionals. Be aware of the maintenance that comes with the material you choose for your garage door. 

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