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If you discover your garage doors are broken, you may wonder whether to fix it or get a new one. Which route is better will depend on several factors. Explore some of them below to help you choose.

Repair

Repair cosmetic issues like faded painting. These fixes are inexpensive and easy, and they don’t affect the way the door operates. These repairs are particularly recommended when selling a home to improve curb appeal and entice potential buyers.

If your doors are stuck or making loud noises, call a technician to check that the springs and rollers are working to move the door on the track. A professional can realign the tracks to prevent squeaking. If the springs need replacements, invest in them instead of paying for a new door.

Replace

garage door Kailua-Kona HIIf a tree branch or car smashes into the garage, it may bend the door panels beyond repair. The mechanisms may also have incurred damage, so it’s a good idea to get new tracks as well to promote safe operation. 

Temperature fluctuations, high moisture levels, and sprinklers can warp garage doors or create dry rot. If you experience these issues, replace the door with one that won’t fail in these conditions, like steel or aluminum.

Garage doors around 10 years old often require repeated fixes that can get expensive. Avoid wasting money on a door that won’t last long; replace it if it’s nearing the end of its life span. Consider annual maintenance to increase the lifespan of your garage door. 

 

If you need a new garage door, contact Tradewind Hawaii in Kailua-Kona to learn about their inventory. The locally owned and operated company offers custom mid- to high-end products that fit everyone’s budgets. Visit their website or call the team at (808) 329-2310 for more information on their garage door styles, like carriage house, Northwest, and roll-up options. 

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