Should You Replace the Garage Door Panels or the Entire Door?
Garage doors experience a lot of wear and tear during their lifetime. When it's time to restore them to their former glory, many homeowners decide to replace only the panels. However, is that wiser than replacing the entire door?
Should you replace the garage door or only the panels?
Replacing only the panels on a garage door can be performed if they're the only faulty component. But to find the ideal match for the door, homeowners may need to contact the manufacturer who made the product.
In addition, the ability of the new panels to fit in with the rest of the door can also be an interference. The panels might be too worn out for new products to blend seamlessly if the door is an older model.
If one of the exterior panels is worn or damaged, replacing the item might be enough to maintain the door's functionality and aesthetics. Getting a new panel is recommended in the following cases:
Worn out panel with a ready-made replacement
Slight scratches or scuffs in the panel
Minor dents
In other instances, installing a panel can be challenging. Door parts are precisely measured and designed for your door. By mounting just one panel, which is one of the main parts of the door, the owner might compromise the unit's structural integrity. On top of that, if the panel is damaged, it might mean the corresponding parts may have been compromised.
Replacement costs
Replacing garage door panels generally costs between $250 and $800. The price covers the value of the product and installation expenses, which typically amount to 50% of the total cost. Therefore, replacing the panels is typically more affordable than replacing the entire unit if all the other door components are working correctly.
It's also more advisable to get a replacement if the door is mounted on an outbuilding and not connected to the rest of the house. In this case, a damaged panel doesn't pose a significant security threat.
In contrast, if it's visible outside or attached to the house, it might be wiser to replace the door for security and cosmetics.
On the other hand, some garage doors are beyond repair, and replacing only the panels won't cut it. The springs may have worn out and no longer have the strength necessary for day-to-day functioning. Other issues, such as dents, deep scratches, and wraps, may have also taken a massive toll on the door, heightening the need for a replacement.
Replacing garage doors generally costs between $700 and $1,4000, including labor and parts. While replacement expenses are approximately the same as a new installation, using the old rails and opener may lower the expenditures.
Which option should you choose?
Overall, both methods have their pros and cons. Reach out to a seasoned garage door specialist to determine whether you're better off replacing the panels or the door.
Quality Overhead Door, Inc. is a full-service garage door installation and repair company for both residential and commercial customers in the GIlbert area 480-838-8850.
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