Garage Door Installations and Repairs

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Types of garage doors you may select from:

Up and overs – As the name implies, up and overs are those types that first swing towards the driveway and then move up. Once it is completely open, it is aligned to the ceiling of the building. However, they do need some space for their opening and swinging. Suitable for most applications and driveways.

Sectional doors – Sectionals are segmented into large subdivisions along the breadth of the opening. The sections then open upward into the ceiling space of the building. As the door stays within the frame, the clearance to the driveway is cut down significantly.

Roller Shutter garage door installations and repairs – Roller shutters are an ideal option for buildings with space problems or houses with short and narrow driveways. They are made of narrow strips of metal that wrap around a drum positioned above the opening. These do not have any overhang, swing or reduction in width. The operation of these is generally controlled with the help of a remote control. This simply means that you need not leave your car to open it.

Side hung garage door installations and repairs – Side hungs are very much similar to the traditional type that are hinged to the opening of the frame. Needless to be say, but these doors require space in front of the area, so that they can be opened easily. Therefore, these are not recommended for narrow or short driveways.

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Steel
Metal is a better choice than wood if you don’t want a lot of maintenance. Steel leads the pack because it is relatively inexpensive yet tough. Bare steel rusts, so you need to touch up scratches promptly, and steel also dents.
High-quality steel options may have long warranties on the hardware, laminations between the steel and any insulation, and factory-applied paint. Budget doors tend to have shorter warranties on some components, such as paint and springs.

Fiberglass
Fiberglass offers a more durable alternative to wood. They can be made to closely resemble wood and fiberglass garage doors can withstand moisture and insects. Fiberglass is also far more flexible than wood, which prevents warping.

Aluminium
Cheap aluminium styles, once common, have largely been replaced by sturdier versions with heavy-duty extruded frames and dent-resistant laminated panels. Rugged and rust-proof, this is a wonderful choice—if you are looking to spend money on a long lasting item.

Wood
Wood offers a charm and authenticity that other materials merely mimic. Wooden styles can be made in whatever size you need, and they stand up well to bumps from basketballs, footballs, cycles and the like. The downside is that they require frequent repainting or refinishing, especially if you live in a damp climate.