Garage doors can boost the security in your home and protect your property from the elements. Additionally, well-insulated garage doors can lower your utility costs by keeping the chilly breeze out in winter and the cooled air in during summer. They can also enhance your property's curb appeal and increase its resale value with the right design and upkeep. Below are three types of garage doors you may want to consider.

3 Kinds of Garage Doors

1. Roll-Up

A roll-up door is made of horizontal slats of steel that coil on top of the entryway. This durable material can hold up to harsh weather and resist fire, corrosion, and stains. Roll-up steel doors are a popular choice for storage facilities, rental centers, and government buildings. 

2. Sectional

Many American homes use sectional doors made of wood, steel, vinyl, or aluminum. These doors feature horizontal panels attached to hinges. The flat pieces have wheels on their edges, which roll on vertical tracks on both sides of the opening. The track has a curved section, allowing the panels to lie parallel to the garage ceiling when fully opened. 

3. Tilt-Up

A tilt-up or swing-up door features one large panel, typically made of metal or wood, that pivots to sit horizontally on the ceiling when opened. A tilt-up can be canopy-style, which allows part of the solid slab to protrude outside the garage when it's open. A retractable style, on the other hand, lifts the panel and suspends it on a frame inside the garage. 

If you need a general contractor that specializes in garage door installations, residential and commercial exterior improvements, and room additions, check out Trim-Co Exteriors, Inc. in Winder, GA. Serving Monroe, Jackson, and Banks Counties since 1985, this company uses high-quality materials for their clients' vinyl sidings, windows, decks, sunrooms, and other home improvement projects. Call (770) 867-8625 to schedule an appointment or visit their website for more information on their services.