1. Garage Door Style
In the past few years, garage door manufacturers have created some beautiful and unique designs. Whether you want your garage door to blend into your home or be a focal point of your home’s exterior, there is a garage door style for you.
2. Insulation & Construction
Steel Garage Doors are typically offered in up to 3 layers
2 Types of Insulation are offered
3. Choose The Right Company
New Door Installation Standards
Installation
- Pre-drill existing lumber to prevent splitting or a loose, dangerous door. Adjust track flange brackets for a custom fit.
Clean Up
- Garage and driveway are swept to clean up any debris
- Doors and parts are cleaned of all grease and fingerprints
- Door balance is checked.
Weather Tight
- Galvanized nails recessed every 8" to eliminate rusting or pull offs
- Stop moulding is front edge or back side caulked
- Bottom rubber Is applied to door and should be tightly sealed to the ground
Proper Function
- Full panel reinforcement brackets are used to attach the opener on all steel doors.
- All moving parts are lubricated.
- Door balance is checked.
Bonus: 7 Trends In Garage Doors
1 - Mosaic Windows
Nice Garage Door with Mosaic Windows
The Trend Within The Trend
Mosaic Windows are available in endless patterns
2 - Smooth Steel
Smooth steel offers a modern look.
3 - Flush Panel
Flush Panel with Mosaic Windows
The Trend Within The Trend
Black Flush Panel
4 - Overlays
Overlays are smooth steel with, well.... overlays. Overlays offer depth and clean lines. Often with no other hardware, this is the modern carriage house look.
5 - Faux Wood
These doors are trending because they use technology to provide the gorgeous look of wood with the very low maintenance of a steel garage door. Both rustic and modern at the same time.
6 - Larger Windows
How is this accomplished? Look closely and you'll see the window panel is actually larger than the other 3 panels. These are called simulated divided lights.
7 - Full View Glass
Full view glass garage doors offer clean lines and an expanse of glass recasts your home's facade in a contemporary look.
These doors are trending because they have 2 things in common. They are stunning and they are nearly maintenance-free. These doors can be cleaned with a quick spray from the garden hose.
Which Is The Best Garage Door?
The best garage door is the one that fits your needs. We sell and professionally install Amarr Garage Doors. These manufacturers typically offer a very good value for our customers. The warranty is good and most of the time we/you don't need to use it, which represents a win/win for us and our customers. We can get almost any garage door manufactured today, so if you have a special request, please let us know.
Frequently Asked Questions
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New Garage Doors
What types of new garage doors do you sell and install?
We offer a broad selection including:
- Standard steel doors
- Carriage house / carriage-style doors
- Modern contemporary doors
- Custom wood doors
- Insulated sectional doors
- Specialty/custom designs
What brands of garage doors do you offer?
We typically recommend Amarr & CHI garage doors because of their durability, warranty and aesthetics. If there is a specific manufacturer that you need, please let us know, as it is likely we can get it for you.
Do you do same day garage door installs?
We do not do same day garage door installs. However, we carry an inventory of the most popular garage doors. Do you offer financing options for new garage doors? Yes, We have partnered with GoodLeap to offer flexible payment options for your project.
Can customers design their door online or see style samples before buying?
Yes, customers can view style galleries and options in our online garage door showroom. You can visit at https://birminghamgaragedoors.com/garage-door-gall....You can select up to 7 garage doors by clicking the plus button and get a free quote.
Is there a fee for garage door estimates?
No - new door estimates are free.
Do you have a low cost garage door installation option?
Yes! We offer a budget-friendly garage door installation option starting at just $1,299.
This includes a brand-new 8’x7’ white raised-panel garage door, professionally installed.
You can also customize your new door with optional upgrades such as insulation, decorative windows, and premium hardware for an additional cost.
Do you have a showroom?
We do not have a showroom. However, we do offer free door estimates on site.
Do you offer warranties on a new garage door?
Yes - new doors come with manufacturer warranties (for panels, hardware, springs, etc.) plus our workmanship guarantee.
What forms of payments do you accept? What credit cards? Checks? Cash?
We accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express) as well as checks and cash.
Do you haul away my old garage door?
Yes - we remove and dispose of your old door as part of the installation process.
Do You Install Locks for Garage Doors?
We install a few different garage door lock types Technician will go over options on-site to determine which garage door lock is the best fit for the customer and their particular garage door Garage door screen installation or repair Garage door window, window glass, window pane or window insert repair and replacement, unless we installed the garage door Barn Doors or Swing Out Doors Man doors (pedestrian doors) Fire doors
