A New Garage Door – Increase Your Curb Appeal

For most homes, the biggest part of what is visible from the street is the garage door. It is the first thing most people see when they drive up. Your garage door says a lot about your home to friends, family, and even prospective buyers. Is it time to replace your garage door with a new one? A newly installed garage door will add to the value of your home and to your quality of life.

Types of Garage Doors

The most common garage door type is the rolling sectional garage door. There are four or five vertical sections that roll up and down on two tracks. Tilt-up garage doors, or single section, are one piece that lifts out and up and rest level above the garage floor. There are also barn doors, or swing out garage doors, that are attached to hinges on the sides of the garage entrance, but this type is not very common anymore. The sectional is usually the best choice for homeowners. It doesn't require a lot of space, it’s safer to operate, and it protects from weather and burglars due to the tight fit.

Garage Door Material Choices

Garage doors come in a variety of materials to choose from. Each has a benefit and a disadvantage, so you'll need to choose the one that's right for you. There are garage doors made from wood, vinyl, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and glass. The doors can be completely flat, have raised panels, recessed panels, and windows or no windows. The possibilities are nearly endless.

Cost of a New Garage Door

Costs for a new garage door vary greatly, depending on the type of door and the material used. Tilt up doors are least expensive and can range from $500 to $800 installed. A wood rolling sectional door will cost more and range between $800 and $1,200 installed. A steel door runs about the same cost. Those with insulation always move to the higher side of the total price. Custom doors, like a carriage garage door, can be expensive, ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 and more installed. Doors with windows and expensive hardware, and adding a garage door opener, will add more money to the budget, but will increase convenience and improve the overall value.

Garage Door Installation

A garage door company can usually install a new door in very little time, sometimes within a few hours depending on the work that needs to be done. Garage door installers usually include the installation cost in the total price but it usually amounts to around 30% to 40% of the amount. Professional garage door installers can make sure the door is aligned properly and sealed. To find quality garage door contractors, submit your request to ConstructionDeal.com. It’s a fast, free way to find garage door pros and there is never any obligation. It saves time because garage door installers call you and you’ll get four quotes, usually in the same day, at no cost.

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