Pro and Cons of Having a Garage Door with Glass

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When it’s time to finally replace that old, outdated garage door, you will be faced with a number of choices. One major decision is whether or not you prefer a row of glass in your new garage door. This is usually a trade-off between aesthetics and functionality. Ultimately, this will be a personal decision based on your specific circumstances.

As with all home improvement choices, there are some pros and cons to consider.

Advantages of garage doors with glass

Glass can add a beautiful detail to your garage door, which can be an important consideration for increasing the curb appeal of your property.

Garage door styles with glass can be coordinated with the existing windows of your house, providing an appealing custom look.

Small glass windows along the top of your garage door will allow natural light into your garage. If you use your garage for purposes in addition to parking your cars, it can be highly desirable to lighten up what can otherwise be a dark, gloomy space.

Disadvantages of garage doors with glass

Cost is one drawback when considering glass for garage doors. Adding glass can tack on an extra two hundred to five hundred dollars to the total bill.

Home security is another issue to think about. Glass makes it easier for criminals to peek into the garage to see whether or not you are home and if there is anything of value inside.

Energy efficiency is usually lower whenever you introduce glass. You can certainly buy insulated glass, but it is rarely as airtight as an insulated garage door without glass.

Garage doors with glass also can take more time to produce, adding a few extra days to your order.

For repairs, glass is breakable and may require more occasional replacement of panes due to downed tree limbs or stray baseballs.

So if your garage is a big part of the curb appeal of your house, or you want a custom-coordinated look, or you use your garage part-time as a workshop, consider the beauty and light of a garage door with glass. On the other hand, if you have a tight budget or timeline, are concerned about security or heating bills, or don’t want the headache of the occasional broken pane, skip the glass in favor of a solid door.

And whatever you decide, remember to ask friends and neighbors for referrals and to consult with trusted, local garage door companies like Midlothian Garage Doors. We are here to help!

About Midlothian Garage Doors

Midlothian Garage Doors is a full service garage door repair company. We specialize in the service, repair, and if needed, the replacement of your garage door or garage door opener. We have over 25 years of field experience that ensures your needs can be met without the headaches that come from not doing the job right the first time.

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