Top 5 Advantages to Repairing Your Garage Door

Posted: Jun 13, 2012
Author: Doors by Nalley of Lake Norman, Inc.

Considering replacing your garage door? Here are five good reasons that will make the decision that much easier!

1)      Protect your home

Repairing your garage door is an easy and cheap way to prevent theft. Property crime makes up just over three-quarters of all crime in the United States. Not only can garages hold valuable items from your vehicle to family keepsakes, quite often they are tied to access directly into the home. With a simple and affordable garage door repair, you can prevent theft and access to the home.

2) Maintain your curb appeal

Since the majority of garages take up a large portion of the profile of a house, simple garage door repair or replacement is an affordable and easy project that can bring positive changes to the curb appeal of your home. With many models to choose from, from the traditional to modern, there are many ways to give your home that updated look without breaking the bank.

3)      Make your home safer

Safety should be paramount in the home especially when there are young children and pets. A malfunctioning garage door can lead to injuries ranging from minor to severe. Repairing the garage door quickly when it shows signs of wear can prevent injuries before they happen.

4)      Reclaim the garage

Get more use out of the garage again by simply repairing the door. Whether that means turning it into a fitness space, workshop, or studio, garage door repair can mean adding extra usable square footage to your home.

5)      Reduce your bills

A cracked or malfunctioning garage door can lead to more than just security problems. Where there is a non-secured door, there are air leaks. Repairing the garage door can mean decreased costs in heating and cooling the house.