Our customers at Atlas Overhead Doors Sales always come to us with the same question: “Should I choose a wood garage door or a steel garage door?” Certainly, it’s not the easiest decision to make, and it will depend upon a person’s preferences. That’s why we always review the advantages and disadvantages of both, helping our customers to make the best decision for their needs.
If you’re currently trying to decide for yourself, then you can use this breakdown as a way to guide your decision-making process. Let’s take a look:
The pros and cons of wood garage doors
This is the classic garage door, which is why so many people are interested in having them for their homes. No doubt, an attractive wood garage door can add quite a bit of character to a home. However, one should know that wood doors vary greatly in price, as well as in the quality of the wood and construction practices used to make the door. Let’s take a closer look.
Advantages of wood garage doors
- A classic look
- Plenty of customization options
- Can be matched with your front door
Disadvantages of wood garage doors
- Tend to require maintenance
- Provides little insulation
- Most expensive option
Baseline prices (installation not included)
- Single Door: $1,000 – $3,500
- Double Door: $2,200 – $6,200
The pros and cons of steel garage doors
In addition to being less expensive than a wood garage door, steel doors also require much less in the way of ongoing maintenance. However, there are different grades of steel garage door, so prices will vary.
If you like the look of a wood garage door, but don’t want to deal with the ongoing maintenance required to have one, you’ll be happy to learn that there are steel garage doors that look like wood and are stylish.
Advantages of steel garage doors
- Improved insulation
- Highly durable, especially when injected with polyurethane foam
- Much less ongoing maintenance required
Disadvantages of steel garage doors
- Not as many options for customization
- Only made in specific sizes
- Can dent easily if there’s no foam injection
Baseline prices (installation not included)
- Single Door: $600 — $900
- Double Door: $1,100 — $1,700
Making the choice
If you’ve settled on the material that will be right for you, then you can turn to the design elements. A great tool for seeing the various possibilities in steel doors is our Design Centre. There, you can see how differently designed steel garage doors will look after they’re installed by uploading a picture of your home and superimposing the garage door of your choice over your existing door.
If you want to get a better idea of the wide array of options available to you, then get in touch with us. You can give us a call at 1-877-828-5279 to discuss your various needs, or you can come into our showroom. We want you to have the right garage door for your home, one that complements its overall aesthetic. That’s why you need to see the choices we have for you!
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