Keeping a simple storage space cool or warm may not be foremost in many homeowners’ minds, but it should be. Having an insulated garage door can help save you money on your power bill as well as make your garage more comfortable, especially if you are using it as a workspace. And if you have a home with a heated and cooled living space above the garage, an insulated garage door is especially helpful for regulating temperature. In addition to cost savings, an insulated garage door adds soundproofing.
Adding Insulation
Over the years, we have encountered many homemade insulation ideas installed on garage doors. The important thing to remember if you are thinking about insulating your garage door is that insulation is going to add weight.
Your garage door springs are designed and calibrated to lift the weight of a specific door. A door with additional insulation (and weight) will reduce the lifting capability of your door’s existing spring system. If you also have a garage door opener installed, the opener is going to have to work harder to lift a heavier door and will eventually become damaged.
Professional Assessment
So if you would like to add insulation to your garage door, let the experts at Precision Door Service of Virginia Beach, VA help you assess the parts that may need replacing or upgrading. You may need stronger springs or a new garage door opener. If you choose to install a brand-new garage door, the most energy-efficient option, Precision Door Service also offers a full line of stylish and fully insulated doors, from steel to wood, that feature injected polyurethane insulation or built-in polystyrene insulation. In addition, we offer weather stripping that can help make your existing garage door more energy efficient.
Contact Us
Contact Precision Door Service of Virginia Beach, VA, serving all of Hampton Roads, VA, today to find out how we can help you choose the perfect insulation, parts, garage door opener, or energy-efficient, insulated garage door. You’ll be pleased to discover what a difference an insulated garage makes.