Doors
There are many different door types to choose from. The most popular type of door these days is made of steel. One type of door that we at Garage Door Repairs sells the most of is made by a company called Amarr which is one of the largest distributors in the country.
How To Buy A Garage Door
You want to have easy access to your garage, and one way to do that is by having workable garage doors. Garage doors come in a variety of sizes, colors and designs, so the final decision on which garage door to buy will come down to your wants and needs.
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Step 1
Measure for your garage door size. The common sizes for a single garage door are 8 feet wide by 7 feet high or 9 feet wide by 7 feet high. For a double garage door, typically the size is 16 feet wide by 7 feet high. Because you may have a larger opening than the common size, you need to measure your existing doors for their size. If you’re buying doors for a new garage or where there were no doors previously, measure the opening’s width and height to determine the size.
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Step 2
Determine your garage door needs. An attached garage is going to need energy efficient doors with insulation, but for a workshop-type garage (or detached garage), doors that provide security and strength may be what you’re looking for.
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Step 3
Decide what style garage door you’re looking for. You can choose steel garage doors that are basic white, without windows, or garage doors that are wood, with windows. If your home has an outside theme, you can carry that through to your garage doors.
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Step 4
Find a reputable garage door dealer. Your local home improvement store may sell garage doors that fit your needs and wants. You can also ask your family and friends for recommendations.
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Step 5
Ask about installation costs and warranties on parts and labor. If you have a garage door opener, check to see if the installation of the garage doors includes hook-up to the opener.
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Step 6
Compare prices. Once you find the doors you want, repeat Steps 4 and 5 to seek out the best price from reputable sources. Ask for references before deciding on the final selection of your garage doors from a particular dealer.
