Factors To Consider When Installing A New Garage Door

What to Think About Before Buying a New Garage Door

Garage doors typically have a life span of 15 to 30 years before you need to start looking at new models. When they show signs of aging, breaking, or malfunctioning, it may be time to schedule the installation of a new garage door. A new garage door is an investment for curb appeal, convenience, and home security.

There are several reasons to consider replacing your garage door:

• Problems opening and closing
• Cracked or bowing panels
• Sounds that include metal grinding, rattling, or other abnormal sounds
• Frayed cables
• Loose and broken springs
• Loose or disconnected rails

If you are unsure of the remaining lifespan of your residential garage door or are ready to shop for a new one, call the Coachella Valley garage door experts at Emergency Garage Door. Our garage door installers are here to help you weigh the options and determine what doors fit your budget and when to install them.

Examining Your Old Garage Door For Signs Of Aging

When weighing the options between replacing or repairing your existing garage door, consider the following factors:

• Appearance: Unbalanced and crooked doors, doors hanging unsafely, faded paint and visible wear, and cracked door panels are indications that it may be time to think about a new garage door, especially if your door is over 15 years old. The appearance of a sagging, broken, or imbalanced door not only affects the home’s curb appeal but may signal that your door has issues that can affect structural integrity. Panel cracks and split wood can also let in moisture over time, creating even bigger issues in the future.
• Functionality: If your garage door does not open and close properly, and the repair estimates are increasing in cost with each visit, it is probably time to replace your garage door. A malfunctioning and unpredictable garage door becomes a safety and security issue at home.

What To Consider With Your New Garage Door

When considering a new garage door, you have several options to choose from and multiple features and components to include with your new installation.

• Garage door material: Your new garage door may be made of galvanized steel, aluminum, or wood. Garage doors typically have at least two or three layers: an externally visible layer, the insulation layer, and an option internal layer. As the number of layers increases, the price will increase as well.
• Appearance: Your style and color options for your new garage door will depend on the regulations set forth by your neighborhood homeowner’s association. With these rules in mind, you can choose from a variety of colors and style options, from modern to traditional, multiple windows, or none.
• Features: A new garage door will usually come with several options for add-ons or upgrades:
• Cameras
• External keypads
• Timers
• LED lighting
• Backup batteries for operation during a blackout
• Laser lights to guide parking

The cost of your new garage door will include the door and rails, motor, additional features, and labor along with any other predetermined costs. The extent of your design, materials, and upgrades can make a huge difference, but keep in mind this is a decades-long investment for your home. A new garage door will instantly increase curb appeal and value while providing years of security and convenience for your home.

Coachella Valley Garage Door Experts: Emergency Garage Door

The Coachella Valley garage door experts at Emergency Garage Door want you to have confidence in your decision to repair or replace your garage door. We are happy to provide insight and options for both and offer free quotes backed by years of experience and knowledge. We are here to answer your call 24/7 for emergency repairs, ensuring you and your family are safe and secure no matter the time.

Contact Emergency Garage Door for new door installation or repairs to existing garage doors in the Coachella Valley. We’re here to answer your call 24/7!