Sure, your garage door manages to close, even if it does make a racket to rattle the neighborhood. You don’t need a new one right? But like a worn pair of blue jeans, just because they stay up doesn’t mean they actually look good. A beat up garage door is more than just an eye sore. It’s a property value killer. And a danger to pets and family. And yes, your neighbors probably hate you for it too.
Here are 4 reasons why investing in a new garage door is not only worth every penny, but actually pays for itself.
Increased Property Value
A new garage door is pretty much the farthest thing from a vanity purchase. In fact, it can be one of the best ways to increase the property value of your home, fetching about an 85% average return on your investment.
2. Lower Energy Costs
New doors can dramatically improve your energy efficiency. They are airtight. You might opt for insulation, which will make it a lot easier to cool your home during Elk Grove’s notoriously hot summers. Plus, an airtight door offers better weather protection for your car, as well as any expensive sporting equipment, tools and hardware.
3. Ease Maintenance Pains
You’ve got plenty to do as it is. Maintaining your garage door is probably at the bottom of your list. You could opt for a new door that’s maintenance free. A new door won’t need repairs for a few years. If you choose aluminum or steel models, you won’t need to worry about paint.
4. Increase Safety and Security
You probably don’t think about it much, but a garage door weighs at least a hundred pounds. It tends to be used several times a day, averaging about a thousand times a year. Kids play around them. Pets run underneath them. In fact, nearly 10,580 injuries are caused by faulty garage doors every year, according to the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System.