While garage doors have a relatively long life span, they will eventually need to be replaced due as a result of damage, wearing out or appearance. Twenty years ago, garage door styles were fairly limited, as was the materials that that were used to manufacture the door. Often the only way to get a garage door that was architecturally compatible with the style of the home was to purchase an expensive custom door, as mass produced, cost effective and architecturally correct garage doors were not available in the marketplace. In addition, in the past, many doors were made of inferior materials that did not weather well.
Today, the major manufacturers of garage doors offer dozens of different door styles from classic doors with or without glass panels to carriage style doors. New garage doors are now available with flush, recessed or raised panels, depending upon the style of the home that the door is going to be used on.
In addition, doors are now available that are either non-insulated or insulated for colder climates. The materials available include steel, faux wood, real wood, as well as other composite materials. The door panels can be either smooth or have a simulated wood grain molded into the door panel. The doors can be either painted or stained, adding more possibilities to the overall appearance of the home.
Most doors are now available in a variety of widths and heights as well. In short, never before have so many options been available. A qualified garage door contractor can assist in determining the perfect replacement garage door for your home at a very reasonable price!
Posted on behalf of Legacy Garage Doors
