How to Choose: Aluminum vs. Steel Garage Doors

Picture of a modern glass and aluminum garage door.

If you’re shopping for a new sectional garage door, you might feel lost when it comes to choosing the right material. From metal and vinyl to glass and wood, there’s a wide variety of materials and styles to choose from. Aluminum and steel garage doors are the most popular options for new installations. Let’s break down the differences between aluminum and steel garage doors so you can decide what’s best for your home.

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Noisy Garage Door? Here’s What You Should Know

Noisy Garage Door

When your garage door is brand new, its function should be smooth with little noise. As time goes on, even the highest quality doors will begin making some funny noises due to wear and tear. Some noises are normal, but many mean that you need maintenance or a repair. In order to be able to diagnose which is necessary, we’ll share some tips on how to listen to your garage door. Here are some sounds you may hear and what they mean.
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TDC Suggests Replacing Old Garage Doors with More Modern Aluminum & Glass Garage Doors

Modern home with Aluminum & Glass Garage door with text saying Aluminum and Glass Garage Doors, Sleek and elegant garage doors with a modern flare

According to the professionals at The Door Company (TDC) — California’s leading garage door company – homeowners can increase the value of their home and give it a fresh, contemporary look by installing new garage doors.

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The Best Materials for Garage Doors

The Door Company (TDC), California’s garage door installation and repair specialists, has been providing customers with garage door materials, products, and services in Northern California for nearly 30 years. TDC specializes in assisting customers in deciding on the type of garage door that best suits their style, needs, and budget.

As cars have grown more important to our lives, garage doors have gained prominence in residential floor plans. Over the past decade, garage door manufacturers and architects have begun to improve on the curb appeal of garage doors.
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