Which garage door is right for you?
Are you on the market for a new garage door but unsure which is the right fit for you? We have put together the perfect guide to help make the decision a little easier. Comparing various styles, we are able to weigh up the pros and cons of each and conclude the best garage door for your home!
Electric roller garage doors
Starting with an electric roller garage door, a design that uses slats that roll and store into a compact container above the opening. This works using an electric motor controlled by a remote.
Advantages of opting for a roller door include:
- Convenience
By having control of the opening mechanism through a remote it means you can open your door without needing to get out. This is particularly useful if you’ve got your hands full or the weather isn’t great!
- Insulated
Our doors come with insulation meaning your home is made far more energy efficient. This not only keeps you warm in the winter but also cuts the cost of your electric bills!
- Sturdy
Roller doors are usually made from strong, good-quality materials such as aluminium. Having this stability means your door is better equipped for weather conditions and lasts longer than alternatives.
A point to consider before purchasing a roller door however is:
- Maintenance
To keep your door looking and working as new, it is essential to stay on top of maintaining its parts. The tracks need to be lubricated and kept clean in order for the door to move.
Traditional up-and-over garage doors
A style you might be familiar with, the up-and-over door, is a single slat that runs on tracks. It sits above the garage on the ceiling when opened.
Some pros of this style of door include:
- Simple design
The design of the door is straightforward and involves minimal parts to work. This means fixing the door is a lot easier and maintenance is less.
- Low cost
Due to having a less high-tech design and not as many parts needed, these doors are great for those trying to save!
Although, these doors do unfortunately come with some cons:
- Manual opening
Unlike the roller door, most of the up-and-over styles are manually operated. This means having to physically lift it up which can be inconvenient.
- Takes up space
The traditional door doesn’t fold up like a roller, instead, it needs room to open and close outwards. This could be an issue for houses with small driveways as it could affect the use of this space.
Side-hinged door
A side-hinged garage door is used like a regular door, with hinges that open the door outwards. They are split into two panels.
Some advantages of installing this type of design are:
- Space above the garage
As they don’t run like normal doors on the ceiling of the garage, this means the space above is free for use.
- Easy opening
As the side hinges support the door, opening it is far easier to do. Additionally, as it splits in two this means you’re able to access the garage without fully opening the door.
On the other hand, there are some downfalls to picking this garage style:
- Space needed
Again, for a smaller space, these doors aren’t very practical. As they open outwards, the space at the front needs to accommodate the size of the doors, meaning only certain houses can have them.
- Security scares
As the entrance to the garage is easily accessible, this can cause issues with security.
Overall, we hope to have given you more information on the different types of garage doors and help you discover which is best for your needs. If you would like to book a survey for a roller garage door today, please fill out a form.
