Garage Door Types and Styles
Choosing a new garage door comes down to material, insulation and style. Here are the main types we install across the Portland metro, with the trade offs of each, so you can pick the right door for your home and budget.
Materials and styles
The main types of garage doors
Steel doors
The most popular choice. Steel is durable, low maintenance and good value, and it comes in single layer or insulated versions with a range of finishes and window options.
Insulated doors
Built with a foam core for a higher R value. Worth it on attached garages in our climate, they keep the space more comfortable and make the door quieter and stronger.
Carriage house doors
The classic swing out carriage look on a modern sectional door that rolls up. A favorite for traditional and farmhouse style homes around the east county.
Modern aluminum and glass
Clean contemporary lines with aluminum frames and glass or frosted panels. They let in light and suit newer modern homes.
Wood doors
Natural beauty and full customization, often used on higher end homes. Wood needs more maintenance and refinishing, especially in our wet winters.
Door styles
A look at popular door styles
How to choose the right door
Start with material. For most homes in our climate, an insulated steel door gives the best balance of durability, low maintenance and value. If you want a specific look, carriage house and modern aluminum and glass doors deliver style, while wood offers the richest appearance at the cost of more upkeep.
Then think about insulation. On an attached garage, a higher R value door keeps the adjacent rooms more comfortable and the door quieter, which matters during Oregon winters. Finally, choose windows and finish to match your home. We fit doors from Clopay, Amarr and Wayne Dalton, and we will help you compare options.
When you are ready, see our new garage door installation service, or if only part of your door is damaged, panel replacement may be all you need.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is the best type of garage door for Oregon weather?
For our wet, sometimes cold climate, an insulated steel door is the best all around value. Steel resists the rain better than wood, and insulation keeps an attached garage more comfortable and the door quieter.
Are insulated garage doors worth it?
On an attached garage, yes. An insulated door with a higher R value keeps the adjacent rooms more comfortable, cuts noise, and the extra layers make the door stronger and more dent resistant.
Should I repair my garage door or replace it?
Repair it when one part has failed on an otherwise sound door. Think about a new door when the same problems keep coming back. We look at the door, tell you which makes more sense, and the estimate is free.
Ready for a new garage door?
We will help you choose and install it. Open 7 days a week, 7 AM to 8 PM.
Call (503) 487-8942