Regardless of why you decide to get a new garage door, you can simplify the process with these steps.
STEP 1: Budget – determine how much you are comfortable investing in a new garage door before you start shopping for one.
STEP 2: Desired Style – what style of garage door suits you and your taste? There are various styles available, from contemporary to traditional garage doors.
STEP 3: Material – you’ll have to choose from quite a number of different materials used for overhead garage doors, including:
– Steel
– Aluminum
– Wood
– Wood composite
– Fiberglass
STEP 4: Garage Door Opener – not all garage-door openers work the same. Each works differently. You’ll need to decide whether you want a
– Belt drive opener
– Screw drive opener, or
– Chain drive opener.
Furthermore, you’ll want to consider features such as:
– Size
– Speed
– Safety &
– Security
STEP 5: Estimate – don’t worry if the options for openers, materials, and styles overwhelm you. When your garage door professional gives you an estimate, he or she will also explain the different options.
STEP 6: Installation – it is usually a good idea for you to be present while your garage door is being installed – in the event of questions, concerns, or problems.
STEP 7: Remote– the final phase of your garage door’s installation is the programming of your garage door opener remote. Your garage door installer will help you with the programming.
STEP 8: Manual – it is very important that you read the manual. If your garage door is improperly used, then it can pose a danger to you and your family. Please be sure that you make time to read your garage doors, manual.
Posted on behalf of Legacy Garage Doors
