Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of aluminum?
Aluminum doors offer the advantage of being lighter and therefore tend to be easier on their opening mechanism. In the long run, great savings can be made on maintenance costs since the mechanism will last longer. Aluminum is also recyclable.
How do I know if the door is well balanced?
You should be able to easily lift the door open with one hand, regardless of its size and the material it is made of. If you notice the door is harder to open, this means that its dead weight is heavier than in the ideal range of 4 to 7 kg because the springs are no longer counterbalancing the door properly.
Is it better to open and close the door manually, or electrically?
In all cases, it is best to equip the door with an electric garage door operator. There are basically two categories of such operators: trolley (central) and jackshaft (wall-mounted). If you choose to manually open and close your garage door, ask for a chain hoist when the height of the door exceeds 12 ft. (3660 mm).
How much does the installation of a garage door cost?
Installation costs depend on the intricacy of the project, on headroom, on whether there will be an electric motor or not, as well as on other aspects particular to each project. Call 303.989.6040 for a FREE quote!
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Foothills Garage Door Co., Inc.
13739 West Dakota Place
Lakewood, CO 80228
Phone: 303.989.6040 ~ FAX: 303.989.9423
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