Residential garage doors remain a sought-after feature, and many homeowners make the mistake of assuming there’s only one or two design options. There are several to explore, and each has distinct advantages. Below is a guide on a few of the most popular that you can use to help make your decision.

Which Type of Garage Door Is Right for You?

1. Overhead

Overhead residential garage doors are the most popular. These use a motor roller track to draw the door up, though they can also be opened manually. The door can be a solid panel or designed in rectangular sections with hinges that bend as the door is drawn up, making it highly maneuverable.

There are several material types. Steel doors are heavy and strong, which will prevent break-ins. Aluminum offers an inexpensive, less-durable option that’s also lightweight, and wood is mid-priced and adds a unique aesthetic.

Vinyl offers a similar durability to steel, as well as design versatility. A garage door service can help you explore options to find the best for your needs.

2. Carriage-House

Carriage-house garage doors open similar to French doors, swinging out when opened. It’s a unique design that requires plenty of driveway space, and like overhead doors, you can open them manually or with a remote mechanism.

Homeowners love them for their rustic barn-style aesthetic and often choose wood. Since these doors are divided vertically down the middle, they’re easier to break into when compared to overhead doors, so make sure you have a security system in place.

3. Sliding

Rather than swinging out or rolling up, the doors are drawn horizontally on tracks to each side of the opening. They’re popular for homes that don’t have space for swing-out doors or don’t have the overhead ceiling space for a roll-up door. They do require plenty of adjacent exterior space for the sliding tracks, however, so you can’t add multiple garage doors next to each other.

 

If you’re in the market for a residential garage door, contact Central Garage Door of Columbia, MO. This company has served the area for 10 years and provides comprehensive installation and garage door repair services. You can learn more about their company on their website or call (573) 886-7810 to discuss your installation or repair needs.