New Garage Door Installation in Carson, CA
A new garage door changes how the front of your home looks and how the garage works every day. Here is what to think about before you choose one, and what the installation involves.
Call 310-362-5106Contact usWhen replacement makes more sense than repair
- Several panels are dented, cracked or rusted through.
- The door has been hit hard enough to bend the sections and track.
- Parts for an older door are hard to find.
- You want better insulation, less noise or a different look.
If the door is only noisy or slow, a repair or tune-up may be all it needs.
Choosing a door
Material
Steel is the most common choice for homes. Aluminum is lighter. Wood looks traditional but needs refinishing. Composite and wood-look steel give a similar look with less upkeep. Glass and aluminum doors suit modern homes.
Insulation
An insulated door helps if the garage is attached to the house, used as a workshop or gym, or has a room above it. Insulated doors also tend to run quieter.
Style and windows
Raised panel, flush modern and carriage-house styles are the usual options. Windows along the top section let in light without giving up much privacy.
Size and headroom
The opening size, the space above the door and the side room for tracks decide which spring and track setup will fit.
What installation involves
- Measuring the opening, headroom and side room.
- Safely releasing tension on the old springs and removing the old door.
- Installing the new sections, tracks and hardware.
- Fitting springs sized to the new door’s weight, then balancing it.
- Connecting and adjusting the opener, or installing a new one, and testing the safety reverse.
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Planning a new garage door?
Call Carson Pro Garage Door Repair to talk through sizes, styles and timing for your Carson home.
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