Choosing The Right Garage Door

Choosing the right garage door involves more than just aesthetics. Don’t cut corners when it comes to your doors!  I visited the Canadian Door Doctor shop to understand the process of manufacturing residential garage doors. 

 

Many homeowners assume that garage door springs are the same. The truth is, each spring is unique and designed to meet specific needs. That’s why Canadian Door Doctor always customizes the springs. It ensures your door operates smoothly and safely. From panels to springs, each part is tagged and tracked to ensure it meets the highest standards of safety and performance.

Why Custom Doors Are A Good Idea

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On our jobs, we always install custom garage doors. Standard doors don’t always match the size, shape, or style of every garage opening. 

Custom doors ensure:

• the right fit
• smooth operation
• fewer gaps, drafts, or alignment issues

This is especially helpful for older homes or unique architectural designs. A garage door can make up 30–40% of the front of your home, so customizing the look can significantly upgrade curb appeal.

Customization lets you match the door to your lifestyle. You have several options, for example:

• high-insulation doors for workshops or gyms
• low-maintenance metal doors for harsh climates
• high-security designs
• custom windows for natural light
• special heights for RVs or tall vehicles

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The Best Garage Door Materials

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This can vary, depending on factors such as attached vs detached garage, climate, purpose of garage, budget etc. In general, a steel faced, polyurethane or polystyrene insulated garage door will provide the best dollar value with many colour and aesthetic choices. If budget is tight, we recommend foregoing the windows but keeping some insulation, for a stronger longer lasting door.

Insulated Garage Doors – Are They Worth It?

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Yes! Insulated doors keep the garage warmer in winter and cooler in summer. If your garage is attached to your home, this also means less heat loss through the walls and door that lead into the house. Because insulated garage doors reduce heat transfer, your home’s heating and cooling systems don’t have to work as hard.

 

DIY Garage Door Repair Mistakes

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Don’t DIY serious repairs — call a professional. Some parts of a garage door (like the springs, cables, counterbalance system) are dangerous if you don’t have the right skills. A garage door is often the largest moving item in a home — and one of the most common entry points. Because of its weight, springs under high tension, and moving parts, a malfunction or improper repair can lead to serious injury or death, especially if children are involved.

 

Are you using the right lubricant for your garage door maintenance? If you hear grinding or squeaking, that often signals worn rollers or hinges. Proper lubrication of tracks and rollers (not just generic grease) helps the door move smoothly and reduces stress on components. Canadian Door Doctor warns not to use WD-40. A specialized lubricant for garage doors should be used.

By being mindful of what goes down the toilet, homeowners can avoid plumbing disasters and contribute to a healthier environment. For more tips and expert advice, listen to the full Holmes on Homes episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

 

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