Garage Door FAQs 

How Long Do Garage Doors Typically Last?

There are many factors that determine how long your residential garage door lasts including the quality of the installation, how often repairs and maintenance are done, the local climate, and the type of garage door. Typically, doors last between 15 and 25 years.

How Do I Decide Which Garage Door is Right for Me?

Each person has unique needs when it comes to their garage door. They have their own unique style preferences, maintenance requirements, and energy efficiency. Here are some factors to consider when choosing your door:

• Material: There are wood, aluminum, steel, and wood composite doors to choose from.
  
• Design: Be sure to choose a door that matches your home’s design, has a complementing color, and consider decorative hardware options.
  
• Energy Efficiency: Energy efficiency is an important factor to consider when the garage is attached to your home. Consider a garage door with insulation if it is attached to your home, especially if it is located near a bedroom.

What is the R-Value of a garage door?

The R-Value is a measure of the energy efficiency of a door. The higher the R-Value, the more energy efficient the door is.

Can I Paint My Garage Door?

Most garage doors can be painted, but not all of them. Refer to the owner’s manual for specific painting instructions before painting any door.

Do I Need a Lock on My Garage Door?

If you have a garage door opener, you may not need a lock. Openers function as locks too. They make it difficult for intruders to access your garage. If you have no opener, you should install a lock. If you have a lock installed and go to use your garage door opener, it may be unable to open and cause damage to the door.

How do I know when to have my garage door repaired vs. replaced? 
Small issues with your garage door, such as dents or scratches, would only require repairs. Even situations like your garage door not opening, the door making excessively loud noises, or the door coming off of the tracks are typically able to be repaired. A garage door usually needs to be replaced when it’s having issues and is more than 20 years old, the cables and springs are broken, or if you need constant repairs to the point where it would be more beneficial and cost-effective to get a new garage door. 

Is a garage door opener worth it? 

A garage door opener offers a variety of benefits that make it a worthy investment. These include enhanced security, improved safety, added convenience, and more.

How often does garage door maintenance need to be done? 

We typically recommend having garage door maintenance performed at least once every year. This will ensure that your garage door is prepped for the upcoming seasons and tested for appropriate safety. You will also get your rollers, tracks, and hinges lubricated, loose bolts and screws tightened, and a full inspection of your door. All in all, keeping up with maintenance on your garage door will ensure that it lasts longer and will help avoid costly repairs. 

What areas does your company service? 

At Twin Tiers Overhead Doors, Inc, we provide garage door installation, repair, and replacement services throughout Bradford, Coudersport, Port Allegany, Smethport, PA and Cuba, Ellicottville, Olean, Salamanca, and Allegany, NY. 

At Twin Tiers Overhead Doors Inc, we provide professional garage door services to the Allegany, NY; Olean, NY; Salamanca, NY; Franklinville, NY; Cuba, NY; Ellicottville, NY; Wellsville, NY; Bradford, PA; Smethport, PA; Coudersport, PA, and Port Allegany, PA areas. Our garage door technicians can repair issues such as faulty garage door openers, missing panels, damaged weatherstripping, and keypads not working. If your garage door needs to be replaced, we can install a new one for you too. Contact us today to schedule your garage door service!