Signs to Replace your Garage Door – Several factors indicate it’s time to change it up with your garage door. Making the right decision depends on what you value most in your home and lifestyle, but some of the most important garage doors attributes you should keep an eye on are:
When it comes to home improvement, most homeowners are looking for something they can fix or change to give them a large and immediate return on investment.
Your garage door is one of the first things people see when they look at your home. You also probably use it several times every day, which means it needs to be working properly. This makes your garage door a great choice for your next renovation project.
Signs to Replace your Garage Door
You can typically keep a new garage door for more than a decade with the proper maintenance and care. However, there are certain reasons homeowners seek garage door replacement sooner than most homeowners. Some people adapt their homes to changing tastes, while others aim to increase their house’s resale value.
Speed:
No garage door will fly open or closed the second you hit a button because they’re large components that could hurt someone with too much speed. However, you should notice a response right away without any hesitation. If your garage door starts opening and closing much slower than it did when you first got it or the reaction is extremely delayed, it might mean you need a replacement.
Safety and security:
Garage doors are heavy enough to cause injury or even death if they slam shut unexpectedly. If you notice your door won’t close the whole way or that an automatic door doesn’t reverse when something triggers the sensor, it’s dangerous. Not only can these issues hurt your family, pets, and neighbors, but they can also damage your house and expose your home to anyone trying to break in.
Damaged Panels:
Cosmetic damage can occur due to unintended collisions, balls thrown by children against the door, and Mother Nature. Depending on the severity, cosmetic damage may be repairable, even if replacing one or two panels. If the damage is quite severe, the entire door would need to be replaced to ensure it is structurally sound and safe to operate.
Outdated Design:
Perhaps when it was new, it was both sleek and stylish, but no design lasts forever. Today’s homeowners are installing upscale, eye-catching, energy-efficient doors for added curb appeal.
A new garage door with a new modern design or old-world charm will drastically change the entire look of your house overnight. Garage doors come in various materials, styles, and colors to complement any home architectural style.
Missing Features:
Many modern garage doors are built with pinch-resistant panels; something older garage doors are lacking. Another feature is insulation. If your door is non-insulated, you may want to consider changing the garage door completely to reap the benefits of a lower electric bill. New garage doors come with new weather trim and bottom rubber seal. These new items can really seal in a new garage door very well.
Repeated Breakdowns:
If your garage door is constantly breaking down from age, abuse, or just normal wear and tear, then maybe it’s time to think about replacing it altogether. A properly maintained garage door should function for many years without frequent breakdowns. If, however, your door breaks down repeatedly, the money spent on garage repair, labor, and parts may not make financial sense, and a new garage door is your best option.
Garage Makeover and Improve Curb Appeal:
If you’re changing your garage into an office, game room, or a man’s cave, then you’ll most likely want to change your garage door. Depending on the makeover, you may want to change your door to an insulated garage door. Or you could be looking to add more natural light and want to upgrade to a garage door with windows or a more modern glass door.
Changing your garage door is one of the most popular design tips realtors give their clients. If you’re looking to sell your home, you won’t find a bigger bang for your buck than a new garage door. As changing your garage door can give you upwards of a 91.5% return on investment. Also, nothing changes your curb appeal faster than a new garage door.
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