Install the best overhead garage doors you can afford in your new home

If you’re planning a new home or remodeling an old one, chances are you’re looking to buy a new garage door. Installing quality overhead doors in your home will not only help establish the character of the home, but also make it more secure. If you buy a door based solely on the price of the garage door, it’s generally not a good idea. It’s important to take the time to do a good job researching all of the different overhead garage door options available.

We suggest you spend time on the internet to educate yourself on all the different types of garage doors currently on the market. Depending on where you live and the number and type of vehicles will need to be factored into the decision-making process. If you live in northern areas or at a higher elevation, you should seriously consider an overhead garage door with a high R-value. You should select a door with an R-value of at least 15 if you plan to heat or cool your garage. No matter how cold it is outside, when you get into your car or truck you will be warm and comfortable. Also, if you have a garage workshop, good insulated overhead garage doors mean you can use them year-round in comfort.

The type of vehicle and its size will determine the size of the garage opening and overhead garage doors. Standard garage door sizes include 8×7 and 8×16 feet. While this size is usually enough for a normal midsize, it may not be large enough for an SUV, pickup truck, boat, or utility trailer. If you are in the planning stage for your home and garage, it may be worth considering an oversized garage and garage doors. In terms of cost, adding extra space and size to a garage is much less than adding more square footage to a home’s interior. Also, you should seriously consider raising the height of your garage walls to 10 or 12 feet. This will allow you to use a taller top garage door that will accept a higher profile vehicle such as a pickup truck with a tall load in the bed. In terms of width, you should also consider gate widths of 10 or 12 feet. This will ensure that your vehicle’s mirrors will clear the door when entering and exiting. Probably the best advantage of having a wider door will become apparent when you’re backing up a trailer in your garage. Most boat and utility trailers will require at least 8 ½ feet of clearance. The extra width will make the difference between damaging your garage or successfully parking your trailer.

Safety is very important when it comes to overhead garage doors. It is very important to purchase a quality automatic garage door opener that can be integrated into your home security system. If you own several men’s toys, such as four-wheelers, jet skis, or a boat, it’s wise to make sure they’re safe in your garage protected by a good security system.

In terms of garage door prices, you should spend as much money as you can afford on a quality door. However, the most expensive garage doors may not be the best garage doors. Again, taking the time to do a good job researching all of the overhead garage door options available before you start building will pay many dividends. Purchasing a quality garage door is a sound investment in your home.