Whether you're buying a garage door for a new build, a renovated house, or a detached garage, you should carefully consider your choice. However, there are some basic points to keep in mind before deciding on a specific product. That's why we've prepared this short guide for you. It will help you find a door that meets your needs and lasts a lifetime.
#1 What type of garage door is suitable for your garage?
Gone are the days when only double-leaf or swing-up garage doors were available. Today, you can choose from various types. But not all of them will fit your garage. Especially during renovations, the decisive factor is the building's structural preparation. The user's ideas and needs naturally play a role in the decision-making process. So let's take a look at the different types of garage doors.
Garage sectional doors
Sectional garage doors are among the most popular doors on the market. They are modern, elegant, and visually unobtrusive. The individual sections roll along guide rails under the ceiling, so there must be no obstructions. They can be used in most garages, ideally where there are windows on the sides.
Garage sliding doors
This type of garage door is similar to a sectional door, except that the sections slide in sideways. Therefore, there must be no obstructions against the wall along which the door runs. These doors are suitable for garages with low ceilings. You'll also appreciate them if you use the garage instead of the front door or if you only need to park your motorcycle. You only need to open the door as far as you need.
Garage roller doors
The major advantage of roller doors is that they don't require much space and can be installed in existing garages without any structural alterations. The slats are rolled into a visible or concealed housing that is mounted above the opening. This also saves space under the ceiling, where, for example, skis can be hung.
Double-leaf garage doors
The classic garage door type is equally space-saving and requires minimal structural modifications. Double-leaf garage doors are suitable for unheated and partially heated areas, or when the original appearance of the building needs to be preserved. They can open inwards or outwards.
#2 Consider how you want to operate the gate
Automatic garage door openers are now a standard feature that enhances user convenience. If you don't want to get out of your car every time you want to open your garage, a motorized opener with a remote control is the ideal choice. However, you'll need to consider the 230V power outlet and what to do in case of a power outage. The door can also be operated manually as follows:
- classically handcrafted
- via an app on your mobile phone,
- with a chip
- via fingerprint
- or in combination.
#3 Pay attention to quality and warranties
Always research the origin of the gate you intend to buy. It's not uncommon to encounter dealers of inferior products from various parts of the world. You'll have greater peace of mind buying directly from a manufacturer that meets Dubai standards and whose services have received positive reviews.
At Garage Door Repair Dubai, we manufacture our doors ourselves using state-of-the-art methods. For example, the decorative finish is applied to the material before the panel is manufactured. Only then do we roll the section into shape and fill the panel with polyurethane foam. This technique makes the finish much more durable than simply applying a film to the finished sections. We offer a 10-year warranty on the door leaf, guarantee fast warranty and post-warranty service, and ensure the availability of spare parts.
#4 Get a custom-made garage door
Previously, garage doors were only available in a few sizes. Replacing them required owners to undertake complex structural modifications to adapt to market offerings. But the result was never entirely flawless. Today, the situation has reversed, and manufacturers are adapting to customers' needs . Therefore, you should opt for custom-made garage doors to ensure perfect aesthetics and functionality.
#5 Are you interested in the accompanying services?
Always ask your dealer what services they offer as part of your order. If they want you to measure the opening yourself, you should definitely avoid doing that. If you make a mistake, you'll end up with a gate that doesn't fit, and you won't be able to return it. The measurements should always be taken by a professional, as should the professional installation. Proper installation is a prerequisite for making any warranty claims
At Garage Door Repair Dubai, we take care of measuring, manufacturing, and final installation of your garage door, which takes no more than 4 hours. All related services are included in the price. Interested in a price quote? Simply send us the inquiry form . We will get back to you within 3 days.
