We provide builders and homeowners with garage doors across southern Scotland, supplying and installing a wide range of garage doors from Dundee to Kilmarnock.
When planning a house construction or renovation project, it’s crucial to consider the garage doors from the outset. Overlooking this can result in design compromises or doors that are too small for the homeowner’s vehicle. Since garage doors are a prominent feature of a building’s facade, their design and specifications should be integrated into the early planning stages.
In some cases, garages are not actually used for vehicles, which introduces other factors such as frequent pedestrian access. For these purposes, a garage door that opens easily or includes a pedestrian door can be advantageous. Insulated doors, like sectional or roller shutter types, are also popular for maintaining the internal temperature, especially if the garage serves multiple functions.
In southern Scotland garage doors with electrical automation are common, particularly for larger doors, but these require careful planning for the tracking system, power supply, and controls. Various control options, such as keypads, card readers, and fingerprint scanners, offer flexibility depending on the user’s needs.
Ordering a garage door too early can pose challenges if the opening isn’t built to exact measurements. Likewise, uneven floors can hinder proper sealing, especially for sectional and roller doors, which depend on a level surface for their bottom seals to function effectively. Given our sometimes harsh local climate, weatherproofing is a key factor for garage doors, making it essential to prioritise weathertightness, whether we’re installing garage doors in Glasgow or Edinburgh, in Livingston or Dundee or in Kilmarnock.
It’s also important to be aware of potential obstructions inside the garage, such as beams, pipes, or gas and electricity meters, which can interfere with the door mechanism or automation, leading to additional costs. For properties in conservation areas or listed buildings, specific garage door designs may be necessary. Modern garage doors often blend well with traditional architecture, allowing homeowners to preserve the building’s looks while benefiting from modern functionality. This is especially relevant for coach houses or mews properties, where sliding or side-hinged doors may be preferred or required by local Planning authorities.
By considering these factors early in the process, you can ensure that garage doors meet practical, aesthetic and Planning requirements. At The Garage Door Company, we serve individual homeowners, but we also aim to be the most trusted partner of builders and developers across southern Scotland for garage doors.
To find out more, contact The Garage Door Company FREE on 0800 889 777 or call your local garage doors branch direct. We have branches across southern Scotland.
Glasgow on 0141 773 0902
Edinburgh on 0131 337 3332
Kilmarnock on 01563 542984
Dundee on 01382 213052
Alternatively, drop us a line at info@garage-door.co.uk