FAQs

FAQs

Alco Overhead Doors II LLC

Have garage door installation questions? We have the answers. Check out these FAQs, and give Alco Overhead Doors II a call today for more information!

  • Which garage door is best for homeowners?

    When it comes to garage doors, there is no single best option. The best choice depends on the homeowner’s unique needs, style, energy efficiency requirements, and location. Based on these factors, a homeowner can choose a garage door made from steel, wood, or aluminum, and can choose a design and color that best complements their home. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today for tips on finding the best garage door for your home!

  • Should I choose a steel door or a wood door?

    The type of door you choose is completely up to you. Both steel and wood garage doors are beneficial and can enhance your home’s curb appeal. The benefits of steel overhead doors are that they offer better strength, security, energy efficiency, and affordability, and require less maintenance. Wood doors, on the other hand, provide both security and insulation, but tend to be higher priced due to their customization in manufacturing. Wood doors also tend to expand and contract with temperature changes. Nevertheless, wood garage doors exude natural warmth and beauty, and you can easily paint them to match the color of your entry door and home.

  • How important is insulation in a garage door?

    There are numerous reasons to have an insulated garage door, but the more obvious ones are that an insulated garage door allows less heat to escape your home in the winter and less heat to enter during the summer. This helps save money on your utility bill. An insulated garage door also dampens incoming noise and strengthens your door. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today to learn more about insulation and garage door repair!

  • How much does a garage door cost?

    The cost of residential garage doors in Ligonier, IN varies. The cost is calculated according to strength, size, amount of customization required, insulation, and much more. Keep in mind that this purchase can result in a return on your investment. According to Realtor, an online real estate resource, replacing your garage door has a return on investment of almost 94%, and can help improve your home’s resale value. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today to get started with a free estimate on your garage door!

  • Is there a warranty?

    New overhead doors and openers should always be covered by a warranty. Most garage door companies will offer a minimum two-year warranty on materials. Several doors and openers have extended material warranties beyond the first year. Alco Overhead Doors II LLC also provides service and repair work warranty.

  • Do I need a lock on my garage door?

    A lock is no longer required if you already have an electric garage door opener installed. In this day and age, a door opener is the best option, as it can make lifting your door from the outside almost impossible. There are several pieces of information you’ll need to know before you can install a door opener, such as the garage's size, material, and whether it has insulation. Once you have this information together, you'll find that a door opener is highly beneficial and a great option for home security. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today for more answers about garage security and garage door repair!

  • How do I test my garage door for balance?

    To test your door for balance, open it halfway by hand and let it go. If the door does not move when you let it go, it's properly balanced. Otherwise, something may be wrong with the door. For more useful tips for garage doors, call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today!

  • Can I still use the garage door if the opener is not working?

    First, pull the emergency release cord to ensure the door is not connected to the opener. Unless you're certain the problem is with the device and not with any of the door's hardware parts, you should refrain from using it until it's repaired. If you decide to operate the door manually, you should not use the decorative handles for this purpose. If you need repairs for overhead doors, we're the right experts for the job. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today to get started with a free estimate!

  • Why are commercial garage doors bigger than residential doors?

    Garage doors installed in businesses or malls serve thousands of people every day. Their large size allows easy entrance of huge trucks and — as the experts of our service provider in Schaumburg say — they also need special, powerful garage door openers. Call Alco Overhead Doors II LLC today for more information about garage doors or garage door repair!

  • Why is the opener's horsepower important?

    The horsepower of each garage door opener will determine its capacity to move the garage door efficiently. It will also determine the door's pace of movement. This is why it's important to choose the right horsepower. Our experts have found that most residential garage doors need one-half horsepower motors to operate efficiently.

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