Everything You Need to Know When Buying Garage Door Replacement Panels for Panel Garage Doors?

Sectional panel garage doors are made of panels connected by hinges. If a panel is damaged, it can be replaced.
Replacing a single panel of the door is often less expensive than replacing the entire door. For homeowners on a budget, replacing door panels is a relatively affordable way to repair the door. If you are thinking about replacing a garage door panel, here is what you should know.

When is panel replacement appropriate?

Panel replacement is appropriate when a garage door has structural damage. This sometimes happens when a car is driven against the door at low speeds. Panels can also be damaged by smaller moving objects like riding lawn mowers. Panel replacement is not appropriate for cosmetic repairs such as scratches and stains in the paint.

Can you replace more than one panel?

Yes, it is possible to replace more than one panel. However, more paneling means more cost. Sometimes replacing more than one panel is just as expensive as replacing the entire door. Our garage doors experts can tell you if replacing more panels is likely to cost the same as replacing the door.

Will the paint look right?

Garage panels can fade over time. If you replace just one panel, your garage door could look discolored or odd. Work with your garage door contractor to make sure the panel you install looks as good as it can under the circumstances. It can be helpful to contact the same garage door contractor who installed the original door, as they know the type of door and will be able to match the old product to the new panel.

Can you do the panel replacement yourself?

Installing replacement garage door panels can be complicated. It is helpful to have the right tools, skills, and training. If you install the panel incorrectly, you may need to contact a garage door installer to do the work for you. You could even damage the garage door. If you are not confident installing a new panel, it’s best to leave the task to the experts.

Contact Araccess for Help

If you are a homeowner with a damaged garage door, contact Araccess in Melbourne to have your garage door repaired or replaced. We provide homeowners with quality products and perform quality repairs as well. Contact us to schedule an appointment.