A garage door protects your home, car, and garage from weather and theft, and should last many years. However, like any other part of a home, the door will eventually wear out, requiring you to hire a garage door installation professional. Here are a few signs that it’s time for a replacement. 

How to Tell If You Should Replace Your Garage Door

1. New Use for the Garage

If you’ve decided to turn your garage into an art studio or a mother-in-law apartment, it’s worth hiring a garage door installation expert. The modified purpose of the garage may call for a different style and type of door. Modern designs feature customizable window layouts, such as multiple windows for a studio, or upper, tinted windows for an apartment. You may also want something with higher insulation if you are using it for living space.

2. Noisy

The garage door should open and shut smoothly with minimal noise. Loud squeaks, grinding, or banging may indicate the door needs to be replaced. Worn out parts are replaceable, but a new door with safer torsion springs is a better long-term option, as you won’t need to regularly repair an old door.

3. Door Doesn’t Close Properly

A garage door is heavy and can cause serious injury to children or animals that get caught under the door. If the door doesn’t reverse when it senses something underneath it, this is dangerous. You should have the sensor repaired. If it can’t be fixed, hire a garage door installation expert. Also, doors that don’t close all the way or no longer fit well because of warping or damages can give animals or intruders easy access.

4. Bad Appearance

Garage doors can sustain dents, dings, and wear over time. While repainting and repairing can mask some of these issues, at some point, the door will start to decrease the aesthetic appeal of your home. New doors come in many colors and offer modern window options. Plus they have features, such as keyless entry, smart technology, and increased insulation. 

When you need a garage door installation expert, contact Tracey Door in Monroe County, NY. Their 30+ years of experience and industry-certified technicians will guarantee a hassle-free experience, whether you are installing a new door, getting repairs, or ordering new openers for your garage. Call (585) 426-6060 for an estimate, or visit the website to see their beautiful door options.