For residential garage doors there are 3 main types of garage doors that you can choose from: Roller Door, Sectional Door or Counterweight (also referred to as a 'Tilt' Door)
However, today's carriage house-style doors feature traditional overhead operation for maximum convenience. This type of door is often a perfect fit for an older style, vintage-type home, but the many different styles of carriage house door can make them appropriate for a wide range of home designs.
A garage door has three dimensions: width, height, and thickness. Normally, you can find the model number on a sticker on the thinnest part at one end of each section.
The roll-up style of garage door may be most common and the most popular. In this style of garage door, a series of panels roll up and down along a track. Roll up garage doors can mimic historic styles yet offer the convenience of a modern garage door.
Durability. If durability is what you value most, consider steel, wood, or vinyl garage doors. Wood doors in particular are heavier and more resistant to damage. But if you live in a wet climate, wood may not be the ideal choice.
Material Quality and Durability
Each material has its own set of characteristics, benefits, and price points. For instance fiberglass doors tend to be more expensive due to their durability and strength, while wooden doors may command a higher price for their natural beauty, craftsmanship and customizability.
It is easy to determine if your garage door is insulated. First, take a look at the inside of the door, and if you see what looks like a blanket of white styrofoam between the silver bars the hinges are attached to, then you have an insulated door.
The standard garage door width and height can vary by where you live, but is usually: 8 feet wide by 7 feet tall, or 9 feet wide by 7 feet tall for a single car garage door. 16 feet by 7 feet for a double garage door.
Steel is a popular garage door material because of its versatility, durability, and value for money. Steel garage doors are available in an endless number of design options and provide a cheaper, lower maintenance alternative to natural wood.
Traditional Garage Doors. For a timeless classic, select an Amarr traditional garage door to complement your home's exterior.
Home Depot provides basic warranty coverage on its roll-up garage doors, giving buyers peace of mind.
Steel garage doors are a cost-effective option; they are durable, cheap and easy to maintain. There is also the style to consider; up and over garage doors are typically less expensive than more complex designs, such as sectional garage doors.
3-layer (steel + insulation + steel) garage doors are strong sturdy, durable doors. Sometimes called sandwich-type doors, double-steel, or steel-backed doors, these doors come in a variety of colors, in short- or long-panel, and with windows and without.
Many factors contribute to the cost of garage door installation, including labor, door opener, and number of doors. In 2023, the average cost to install one garage door and opener is $2,725, this includes: One garage door and opener: $2,225. Labor and installation: $500.
Look at your garage door from the outside, then walk into your garage and close the door. If you are seeing the back side of the outer panel, it is not insulated. If you see a matching or finished interior panel, it is insulated.
Adding insulation to a garage door usually adds about 30 to 50% to the price of a new garage door.
It's a clean and classic look. Monochromatic – You can choose a color that exactly matches your home's exterior- OR go a shade or two lighter or darker. I recommend the latter, for added dimension & depth. This works well if your primary goal is for the garage door to blend seamlessly with your home.
Your garage door type and model number should be listed. You may notice stickers containing manufacturer names, size, model number, safety information and other data on the side frames of your garage door.
The standard height of a garage door is typically 7 feet (2.13 meters). This size works for most homes and is ideal for regular cars, SUVs, and small trucks. However, if you have larger vehicles, you may need to consider a taller garage door for easier access.
Generally, you can expect to pay $1,293–$6,348 for a new garage door, with a national average cost of $1,818. A new garage door is a significant investment that can boost your home's curb appeal and value.
When you think of a garage door, the picture in your head is most likely a sectional model, which ranks as the most popular type of garage door in the US. These doors are made up of 6 to 8 connected sections that slide up and down together on a curved track.
Install or Replace a Garage Door
Lowe's can help with garage door installation so you can update your garage door with ease. Whether you're building a new home or remodeling your current one, we can help you navigate every step of the process, from selecting your new garage door to completing the installation.