The garage door is the biggest opening of any home. With most garage doors being used multiple times throughout the day, the garage is more susceptible to extreme shifts in temperature and loss of heat than any other room. Moreover, many homeowners choose not to insulate the garage as it is not normally considered a living space. But insulating garage doors is not just useful but a necessary investment, especially for homes located in places that experience extreme temperatures like we do in Canada. The following are just a few advantages of having your garage door properly insulated by experienced and reliable installers.
- Helps protect your car and other valuables– Having a properly insulated garage door can make a difference of 10-20 degrees centigrade between indoor and outdoor temperature. This can be a huge difference for homeowners who experience freezing temperatures during winter. Dead batteries, lower tire pressure, unreliable spark plugs and thickened fluids are an annual event which can be prevented by a properly insulated garage door. An insulated door can make a big difference for storing products like paint, cleaning products, oil in the garage that require a stable room temperature and protection from moisture.
- Lowers energy bills – A well-insulated garage door is designed to prevent warmth from escaping and maintain a moderate temperature inside. While garages might not be considered a living space, most home constructions have rooms attached above and adjacent to garages. Leaky doors allow in cold drafts which lower the temperature in the adjacent rooms. Thus, a well-insulated garage door can reduce energy bills by lowering the energy required to warm the rest of the house.
- Increase Strength and Durability – Insulated garage doors are much stronger than regular ones. They are made by sandwiching solid-core insulation between panels of aluminum, steel or fiberglass. This gives them increased strength and durability. Insulated garage doors are lighter, sturdier and are able to withstand the effects of natural elements for longer. Compared to older garage doors which can be easily dented and scratched, modern insulated doors don’t require much maintenance. This also saves homeowners from expensive repair bills.
- Reduces noise– Traditional garage doors make a lot of noise as the panels vibrate and produce a lot of noise while being operated. This can be a nuisance for people living and working next to the garage. A well-insulated garage door absorbs much of the noise as their panels are constructed more tightly than regular doors making them less susceptible to jolts and vibrations. It also prevents outside noise from coming in and provides homeowners enhanced tranquility and peace of mind.
- Other Benefits– Modern insulated garage doors are available in various materials and different designs that can enhance the façade of your household while increasing its curb appeal. Besides raising visual appeal, insulated garage doors also raise the value of your home. For people that use the garage space for various kinds of activity, an insulated garage door makes for a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Looking to upgrade to an insulated garage door for your home? Here at Capital Garage Door Ottawa, we combine reliable components and unparalleled skill to ensure your garage door installation ottawa and insulated with zero leaks or maintenance issues.
