A lot of us may want a new garage door, but let’s be honest, it’s a big investment. The advantage is that garage doors last can last up to 20 years, or longer. That being said, if your garage door is affecting the appearance of your home, you may be considering replacing it early. If you can relate, we want to give you some advice. Before you change your Clermont garage door, you may be able to make small changes to make it look new – without having to buy a new door. Here’s what you can do.
Fresh Paint
You don’t need to paint your garage door every year, but it is something that you should do whenever the color starts to fade or chip, which is usually around 3 to 5 years. The good thing about painting your garage door is that the fresh color makes your Clermont garage door look new, without having to replace the whole door. Make sure to keep any extra paint in case you need to make touch-ups along the way.
Clean the Door
A lot of us make the mistake of not cleaning our garage doors but cleaning your door isn’t as complicated as you’d think. All you need to do is use a hose to wash off any excess dirt. Next you’re going to use car wash soap or dish soap to wipe down the door with a sponge or cloth. After that’s done. Rinse it off again with the hose. This will make a huge difference in it’s appearance.
Fix Broken Panels
Broken panels can make the garage door look outdated. At Hudson Valley, we can replace these broken panels so that you don’t have to replace your whole garage door. Be cautious, however, because if you replace multiple panels, it may be more cost-effective to just get a new door.
Update Your Garage Opener
An automatic garage door opener can be a game changer. This is because they’re both convenient and safer. With this new technology, you’re now able to open and close your garage door from your phone, meaning you can do it from the office if you forgot to do it when you left your home. There are also openers that change codes every time they’re used, meaning that it’s hard for criminals to use scanners to break into your home.
If you want to update your Clermont garage door, contact us at Hudson Valley. We can fix broken panels, install your new garage door opener, and do any other repairs that you need.