How Long Should a Garage Door Last?
Understanding how long a garage door lasts is helpful when it comes to planning maintenance tasks, budgeting for a replacement, and knowing when your door may need a component repaired.
Here’s what you need to know about the factors that influence your door’s lifespan and how to maximize it.
What to Expect From Your Garage Door
A garage door can work smoothly for 15 to 30 years on average, but that can vary based on several factors, including:
- The type of environment you live in – Extreme heat and cold can warp wooden doors. Very humid climates can accelerate issues like rusting (though proper lubrication helps prevent this).
- How often the door is used – A door that’s used once or twice per day will probably last longer than one that’s opened and closed five times per day.
- How well the door is maintained – Regular garage door maintenance is one of the best ways to keep your garage door working smoothly for a long time. Maintenance requirements can vary based on your use and environment, but also depend on the material and type of door you have.
Which Garage Door Material Lasts the Longest?
This largely depends on a combination of the factors above. Real wood garage doors, for example, require regular maintenance to protect against moisture, rot, and insect damage. But with proper care like periodic staining or painting, wood doors can last 15 to 30 years.
Aluminum doors are lightweight and resistant to rust and corrosion, making them ideal for coastal areas with salty air. While they typically last for 15 to 20 years, their lightweight nature puts less strain on other components. Steel doors are popular for being both low-maintenance and long-lasting, with a lifespan that usually lasts 20 to 30 years.
No matter what type of garage door you have, we recommend getting regular Tune-Ups to keep your door in good shape.
How Long Garage Door Components Last
Garage door systems rely on several smaller parts working together smoothly. At Precision, we’re proud to use only the highest-quality replacement parts available and back our work with an unbeatable warranty.
Garage Door Springs
These typically last anywhere from 10,000 to 20,000 cycles, or about 7-14 years when used twice a day.
Garage Door Cables
Like garage door springs, you can expect cables to last anywhere from 10,000 to 20,000 cycles.
Garage Door Rollers
Rollers typically last 10,000 to 15,000 cycles, or even longer if you use Precision’s dust-capped rollers.
Garage Door Brackets
Brackets can last up to 15,000+ cycles, depending on quality – we use long-lasting, thick steel brackets.
Why Choose Precision?
We’re dedicated to providing homeowners in our community with long-lasting, high-quality garage doors.
You may want to consider a new door if your current one is nearing the end of its expected lifespan or needs frequent repairs (which may even exceed the cost of replacement).
When you schedule a free, in-person new door estimate, you’ll be able to select from a number of styles and features, including:
- Decorative hardware
- Window inserts
- Paint matching services for hundreds of colors
- Insulation options
- and more!
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