The Appeal of Garage Doors

Timeless woodgrain carriage house styles. Contemporary accents. Statement-making designs. There are lots of beautiful garage doors to choose from in today’s market, and a new one can enhance a home’s curb appeal.

It makes sense: The garage door is a focal point of many home exteriors. According to the 2016 Cost Versus Value Study by Remodeling magazine, a garage door replacement offers the third-highest return on investment for a homeowner of a mid-range priced home in the South Atlantic region. At a projected 97.2 percent cost recouped, a new garage door almost pays for itself when selling a house.

Before selecting a garage door, stand at the street and look at your home overall. Now, think about its style, colors and textures. Consider what kind of door — smooth or woodgrain — and what color would best complement your home’s overall exterior.

There are other options to decide on as well. To help you see possibilities, Asheboro Garage Door, which serves the Triad area and its surrounding counties, is among North Carolina companies that offer visualization tools through their websites. These tools let you see what different styles of doors would look like on your home.

To try out a tool, visit asheborogaragedoor.com and click on the “Imagine” door. Then, upload a photo of your home showing your garage door. From there, you can click on options such as style, hardware and stains and see the results. (If you don’t have a photo showing your home, just search online for a photo of a house with a similar style and download it before using the visualizer tool.)

“The garage door should be an extension of the home’s style and personality,” says Jeffrey Nofziger, president of Haas Door (haasdoor.com) in Wauseon, Ohio. He recommends these tips for choosing a garage door. 

Stand out or blend?

Decide if you want your garage to be a standout focal point or to blend in with your home’s style. There’s no wrong answer. A door in a painted bronze color can stand out beautifully against stone veneer. But you might want your porch or front door to be the main focal point instead.

Light or no light?

Do you want a solid garage door or one with windows to allow light in? If you want windows, look at the style of windows on the front side of your home (including the grids) and look for a garage door with similar styles. For example, if your home has lots of small window panes, then look for garage door windows with grids that replicate that look.

Look into the future

A garage door selection is one that should last many years. Choose a low-maintenance door that has a strong warranty and minimal upkeep.