Components of a garage doorKnowing the basics of a garage door and what your needs are important before making a purchase. American Home Improvements works with quality installers and dependable garage door manufacturers to ensure your garage operates as it should.
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Garage Door Material
Insulation and the steel gauge of a door is important. If you plan on spending a lot of time in your garage, have a room above or adjacent to your garage, or have a lot of activity, such as children playing in front of the doors, then you want to consider the R-Value and the thickness of the steel. R-Value is a measurement of thermal efficiency of a door. The higher the R-Value the better insulated the door. If there is the chance of basketballs hitting the outside of the door, you need to consider a heavier gauge steel, such as a 24 gauge. Remember, the lower the number, the stronger the steel.
Quality, Durability, & Reputation
American Home Improvements prides itself on working with some of the best garage people in the industry. Here are some of the names you probably know: Clopay, Chamberlain LiftMaster, and Genie.