How To Buy A Garage Door by Doron Kim

On the surface, the idea of buying a new garage door doesn't sound that complicated. In reality, there are a lot of choices you need to make when it comes to picking the perfect door for your home. There are a plethora of materials to choose from, and then you must choose a look that you think will match well with your existing garage and home. People have become more cost-conscious lately. You need to keep price in mind because it is the price, in part, that will determine which door you end up with. If you are considering purchasing a new garage door, keep the following in mind.

STEEL

Steel is far and away the most popular material for new garage doors. It ranks first in durability and provides a safe and secure barrier between your home and the outside world. Steel doors stand up to weather and wear and tear better than any other material. Since new technologies have come forth in recent years when it comes to laminating coverings, your door can look like it is made out of anything, including wood, but actually still be constructed of steel. Assuming you pay to have your steel door installed, you can expect a cost of anywhere between $700 for a small garage to $1,300 for a larger door.

WOOD

No matter how good the latest laminate might be, it can't replace the incredible beauty of a wood garage door. Wood blends in perfectly with any style home and garage you may have. The cost normally associated with wood doors runs from $800 for a basic model all the way up to $2,000 if you have your heart set on hardwoods. A wooden door does require a bit more in the way of maintenance than steel, but many homeowners agree that the extra work is worth the beautiful look.

ALUMINUM

If you are looking for a bargain basement choice, aluminum is it. These doors won't rust, they won't warp or fall victim to a harsh winter, and they won't give out when you need them most. On average, a set of aluminum doors will run you as little as $400. Many of the laminate coverings that are available for steel doors are also available for aluminum doors, so if you want that natural wood look, you can have it. The only real drawback with an aluminum door is the ability to dent easily. They are also a bit less secure than other types of doors.

FIBERGLASS

Fiberglass is probably the least popular of the materials listed here, but it is still used throughout the world in places where salt air corrosion is an issue. Fiberglass is light weight, affordable, and easily installed, but it can yellow, crack, and break down faster than any of the above materials. It is not a good material to use in places where cold is an issue, but if you have a bungalow on the ocean in a tropical environment, then you probably want to go with this material. One more warning: fiberglass doesn't offer the best for insulation use.

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