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The Benefits of High-Lift Garage Doors

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High-lift garage doors are not just for commercial use! While these provide many benefits to commercial spaces and businesses (firehouses, mechanic garages, agricultural spaces to name a few), many homeowners can experience some pretty cool benefits from high-lift garage doors as well. In fact, our team at Suburban Overhead Doors has been installing high-lifts for many residents in Delaware County, for many different reasons.

What Are High-Lift Garage Doors?

High-lift garage doors are a type of garage door system that maximizes vertical space by allowing the door to lift higher along the garage wall before curving and moving horizontally along the ceiling. See our image above to see how we install these. This setup differs from standard garage doors, which typically begin curving almost immediately after lifting from the ground, thus taking up more horizontal ceiling space.

Benefits of High-Lift Garage Doors for Homeowners

Our customers have opted for high-lift garage doors for a variety of reasons. We even had one customer choose this style to install an in-home golf simulator. Whether you need to practice your golf swing, add a car-lift system (for you gearheads out there), or add some extra space for your workouts, a high-lift garage door offers many benefits. Here are a few:

  • Maximizes Overhead Space. For homeowners with high ceilings in their garage, a high-lift door allows for better use of vertical space. This can be particularly beneficial for those who wish to install car lifts for vehicle storage or who need space for recreational vehicles (RVs) or boats.
  • Improved Aesthetics. High-lift garage doors give a cleaner, more streamlined look inside the garage because the door remains closer to the wall rather than hanging overhead. This can make the space feel larger and less cluttered.
  • Increased Storage Options. With the door lifted higher, the ceiling area is freed up for additional storage racks or shelving, allowing homeowners to better organize their space and store seasonal items, bicycles, or other equipment.
  • Better Ventilation and Lighting. By lifting the door higher, you can allow more natural light to enter the garage, especially if your door has windows. This setup can also improve airflow, making the garage more comfortable for activities like working out or completing DIY projects.
  • Flexibility for Future Upgrades. High-lift systems offer the flexibility to add features such as car lifts later on. This makes them a great investment for homeowners considering expanding their garage’s functionality in the future.

A Garage Door to Suit Any Lifestyle

At Suburban Overhead Doors, our experienced team can help you determine if a high-lift garage door is right for your home, or offer you options that may be better for your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to optimize storage, improve garage aesthetics, or prepare for future installations like car lifts, we have the expertise to ensure a seamless and efficient installation process. Schedule your free consult with our team today!

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Here’s a list of garage door repairs and other services we can help with:

  • Garage door installation
  • Repair of garage door openers
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  • Garage door spring replacements
  • Repair of commercial operators
  • Garage door replacement

 

You can count on our precision door service to get your overhead door working again!

We recommend having your garage door serviced at least once a year. Our preventative maintenance includes lubricating the door’s moving parts, tightening nuts and screws, and regulating the spring tension.

This will ensure that your garage door is fully functional all year round! Having your door serviced regularly will also help to identify and address any potential issues, allowing you to nip the problem in the bud before it gets worse.

The most frequent cause of overhead doors that slam or are hard to close is a damaged, dysfunctional, or defective garage door spring.

Springs support the weight of your overhead door and produce adequate tension to allow for controlled descent. However, only strong, well-maintained components may create such tension. Our team will perform a quick garage door repair to get your door working as it should once more.

Before we arrive to install your new garage door, there are a few things you should do in preparation. First, you should move your car away from the door before any garage door repairs or installations. Then, we recommend cleaning up the garage floor and putting your children and pets in a safe place so they aren’t at risk of injury during the garage door installation.

If you have a damaged garage door in PA, or require the installation of a new one, you might be wondering whether we are the right company to handle the job. Here are a few reasons to choose us:

  • We provide great service, guaranteed!
  • Suburban Overhead Doors has been in the business for over 30 years.
  • We have experience dealing with a wide range of garage door problems, so you can count on us to deal with your garage with precision.
  • Customers know they can count on us as their garage door installers in Wayne, PA, because of our good reputation.
  • Need same-day service? We are the ones to call!

If you still have questions about our garage door repair services or would like a free estimate, we would be happy to help! Contact our garage door sales & services team for assistance!