The humble garage is an often overlooked but incredibly important part of any home. They provide you with a safe space to house your car, tools, and storage while also adding an additional layer of protection between your property and would-be burglars.
Perhaps the reason why picking a garage door type is at the bottom of a homeowner’s priority list is because there are so many options to choose from. Allow this article to help you narrow down your options to just one: roller garage doors.
You may think that roller garage doors are old school, but there’s a reason why this type of garage door has stood the test of time and remained a popular option amongst homeowners. In fact, there are many. Here are just five of them.
1. Space-Saving Design
In modern-day homes, there’s no denying that space is a hot commodity. If you’re strapped for space, a roller garage door may be your best bet to make the most of every available inch.
Unlike other types of garage doors that require plenty of space either inside or outside of the garage to open and close, roller garage doors do not require any space as they boast a vertically open and close system.
2. Insulation Station
Thanks to their fitted rubber seals, roller garage doors have incredible insulation properties. This means that draughts and moisture will have a hard time getting into your garage and heat will have an even more difficult time escaping it.
But what this also means is that you have an automatic sound barrier from inside and outside the garage. As your garage door opens and closes it will do so without a sound for the most part. Plus, any noise that is being made outside your garage or inside your home will not travel far.
3. Rolling in Style
If you think of roller garage doors and an image of an old, creaky, rusted garage door that slams shut and shakes the earth pops up you’ve – fortunately –got the wrong idea in mind. These days, garage roller doors are sleek, streamlined, and oh-so-stylish.
Garage roller doors come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours, and styles. Most commonly they’re made from steel or aluminium which means that (on top of being massively durable) they’re highly customisable.
4. Easy to Install, Use, and Maintain
Another great thing about roller garage doors is that they’re easy to install, use and maintain. This is a big benefit as not all garage door types boast these traits. Let’s take a look at each of these important factors in more detail.
Installation
Once you decide that roller garage doors are the right option for your home, they can be installed in less than a day. The exact timeframe is dependant on the installation requirements which include the level of difficulty of removing the old garage door and the compatibility of the new one.
An easy installation can take as little as three to four hours. More complex installations can take up to six hours. Either way, you’re likely to have your new garage door installed before the sunsets.
Use
These days, most roller garage doors are motorised. This means that you can open and close them at the push of a button. You don’t ever have to worry about having to get out of your car at night or on a cold day again!
While popular, this isn’t the ideal operating system for all homeowners. If you’re looking for something even more secure, or if you often find yourself losing your remote, you could opt for a keypad system.
Maintenance
Like all garage doors, roller doors should be inspected every three to six months. To inspect your roller garage door, simply open and close to ensure it’s still running smoothly – literally – and keep an ear open for any sounds of strain that aren’t normally present.
It’s recommended that you clean the door’s internal guide tracks every three months to prevent the build-up of dirt and debris. All you need to do this is a strong bristled brush, a solution of warm soapy water, a sponge, and absorbent cloth.
5. High Return on Investment
Because of their durability and heavy-duty design, roller garage doors are more expensive than other options. But because of the many benefits that come from this garage door type, the return on investment (ROI) is high.
A faulty garage door is not just a security risk to your home, its contents, and its inhabitants but it can also threaten your home’s energy efficiency and leave you at the mercy of the elements. Plus, who doesn’t want to increase their home’s value?
Rolling Out
From their space-saving design to their stylish appearance and from their ROI to their incredible insulation properties, there’s a lot to love about roller garage doors.
As you can tell after reading this article, there are many reasons why roller garage doors are the perfect option for so many people. Are they the right option for you and your home?