While it may seem like a simple detail, your garage door has an immense effect on the overall curb appeal of your home. Imagine a garage door that effortlessly blends with your landscaping and design, adding significant value to the property. Offering more than just aesthetics, a newer garage door also comes with technology that improves safety and reduces maintenance. So if you’re looking for more excuses to replace your garage door, we’ve put together 4 valid reasons why you should!
In the mood to redecorate? Switch up the style of your home with a new garage door! Modern windows or distinct paneling can quickly shake things up, totally transforming your home’s exterior.
Older garage doors come with their own set of problems. As the material begins to fatigue, doors can sag, bow, and even quit working altogether. Bear in mind that an improperly functioning garage door, old or not, poses a safety risk. In this instance, replacing the garage door is a necessity. And still a fun excuse to redecorate!
Replacing your old, non-insulated garage door with a shiny, new insulated door can add a significant amount of warmth to your garage’s interior. For climates that experience colder winters, this is a great way to reduce your heating bills! This newfound cozy space could even be utilized as a workshop or game room, if your car isn’t using it of course.
Newer garage doors only require cleaning with soap and water – no more painting! If you are replacing the opening system as well, get ready for smooth sailing thanks to those well lubricated components.
New garage doors come with technology that prevents an automatic door opener from closing on any obstruction. Protecting children, pets, and small objects from getting damaged. They are also harder to break into due to the different materials and modern installation procedures. Talk about a two for one!
Are you ready to enjoy the look, convenience, and warmth of a new garage door? Contact us today at info@adamsdoorsystems.com! Calling in the professionals will ensure your new garage door is properly installed and connected the first time around.
If you have been thinking about replacing your garage door, you are probably asking yourself how much the replacement will cost you. Although a very simple question, the answer is dependent on several different variables. To determine how much your new garage door will cost, the experts at Adam’s Door Systems recommend taking the following details into consideration first.
The size garage door you need will vary depending if you need a one car or two car garage door. A two car garage door will always increase the cost. Standard sizes tend to run 8′ by 7′ or 9′ by 7′ for a single car garage door, and 16′ by 7′ for a double car garage door.
Style plays one of the largest roles in determining the cost of your new garage door. Materials and aesthetic features such as windows and panel designs can easily rack up the price tag. Typically, classic garage door styles will be on the lower end of the spectrum, while contemporary and carriage house style doors will run higher.
Insulated garage doors can significantly reduce energy costs in your home. They are also more durable than their non-insulated counterparts. However, if your garage is detached from your home, there may be no need to spend the extra money on an insulated door.
Tracks, cables, and brackets should all be inspected before the new installation. It is important to know if these items also need repairing or replacing, and that the cost is accounted for in your estimate. Unless your new garage door is significantly heavier than your former one, there is normally no need to replace the garage door opener. However, it is vital to have the opener inspected as well!
The complexity of the installation job, in combination with local labor costs, should also be considered. A general garage door replacement will take anywhere from 2 to 5 hours. Are you a DIY kind of guy? We highly recommend hiring a professional for the installation! Aside from the risk of serious injury, it will also save you a lot of time and energy.
With all factors taken into consideration, the average cost of replacing a garage door is around $1,100. Ready to replace your garage door? It is important to make sure you receive proposals that detail the costs of labor and materials. Contact our team at Info@adamsdoorsystems.com to schedule a sales estimate today!