Explore Our Residential Garage Door Options

For many homeowners, contemplating the residential garage door options available to them comesway down on their list of architectural decisions. Yet, your garage door is so much more than a door on your garage – it is your entrance, it will add or detract from your curb appeal, and it can be used in surprisingly unexpected ways.

Choosing the right garage door can be divided into three steps:

1. Selecting the style of the garage door
2. Investigating the appropriate garage door elements
3. Selecting a reputable garage door installation company.

Read on to explore the different styles and types of residential garage doors, and to determine which suits your needs best.

1.Residential Garage Door Style Options

The building’s style is the most significant criteria to consider when choosing a garage door, whether it is to replace an existing door or a new garage door installation.

• Traditional garage doors are somewhat of a misnomer, as what is traditional for a typical suburban home is not necessarily traditional for Spanish style architecture. On the other hand, the subtle panel symmetry of traditional garage doors provides a timelessness that does not overwhelm the look of your home – making them universally pleasing for most homes.
• Carriage house style garage doors evoke a bygone era when the elite would travel in horse-drawn carriages. Nowadays, you can choose whether to go for a traditional swing out design – space permitting - or a faux version that goes up and down.
• Contemporary garage doors complement the sleek lines of your modern home. Traditional materials, such as wood, can be used in innovative ways or choose modern materials such as aluminum or glass.
• Custom garage doors are ideal if none of the above appeal to you. Design your own garage door and send the specs to the Tri-Lakes Garage Doors custom garage door manufacturing team.

2. Residential Garage Door Construction Elements

The type of garage door material you choose is largely dependent on the position of your property and the aspect of your home. Harsh cold and blizzards, as well as extreme heat, droughts, and flash flooding, are all common occurrences in Colorado – making the durability of the material you select a top priority:

• Steel is long lasting and weather resistant (no warping, cracking, or crumbling), making it a good choice for almost any climate. Further insulation can be added.
• Aluminum is lightweight, offers better insulation than steel, and is rust-resistant.
• Light and stylish, fiberglass is often used for coastal areas because it is resistant to saltwater corrosion.
• Wood is strong and hard-wearing. With regular maintenance it will outlast other materials.

Then there is your lifestyle to take into consideration:

• Steel garage doors are easily customized with paint colors, panel designs, and window inserts. They don’t need much maintenance.
• Aluminum garage doors are more expensive than steel but can save you money on maintenance.
• Fiberglass garage doors are robust but can fade in direct sunlight – necessitating an occasional repaint.
• To keep your wood garage doors looking their glorious best, regular sanding and treatment application is necessary.

Finally, you need to decide what garage door openers will work for you and your family.

3. Residential Garage Door Company

Tri-Lakes Garage Doors?

• Look for a company that has been in the business long enough to have established a sound reputation. Recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors are an ideal place to start your search. Tri Lakes Garage Doors is a local, family-owned business boasting 20+ years’ experience.
• A local business knows the risks and rewards of garage door selection in your area. Check that they are compliant with local laws. Serving the beautiful Front Range from Colorado Springs to Denver, Tri-Lakes Garage Doors is a Colorado licensed and fully insured business.
• Find a company that is 100% on your side. We won’t recommend you buy a new garage door when garage door repairs and maintenance is all you need.

Contact Tri-Lakes Garage Doors to explore the residential garage door options available to you.