Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the benefits of contemporary garage doors?
If you’re looking for a way to enhance the appeal of your home in San Diego, Carlsbad or Coronado, designer-curated modern garage doors may be the perfect solution. If you choose Radford Garage Doors & Gates of San Diego to install your contemporary garage door, you’ll get to enjoy:
- Sleek, timeless designs: our designs can complement your home with refined sophistication and lasting beauty.
- Boosted curb appeal: enhance the resale value of your home by enhancing its curb appeal with modern glass, aluminum, wood, or steel garage doors.
- Premium materials: whether it’s authentic wood or fiberglass, our garage doors are all made from durable high-end materials.
- Streamlined functionality: our garage doors combine sophisticated aesthetics with precision functionality.
- Are glass garage doors a good idea?
Glass garage doors are a popular option among San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, and Solana Beach homeowners thanks to their contemporary look and design versatility. If you’re unsure if glass would be the best choice of materials for your home, consider the following perks:
- Modern glass doors can add a sophisticated or industrial touch to your home.
- The sleek, clean lines of full-view glass garage doors let natural light flow inward and enhance scenic views when you’re looking out.
- You can also get frosted or tinted glass panels to improve privacy and get less sunlight.
- Which is better: aluminum or steel garage doors?
Modern steel and aluminum garage doors share many characteristics, with aluminum being lighter and typically less expensive. If you can’t decide which to get for your home in San Diego, Del Mar or Fairbanks Ranch, below are some unique advantages of both aluminum and steel.
Steel garage doors are:
- Extremely durable
- Low-maintenance
- Versatile
- Strong and sturdy
- Eco-friendly if recycled
Aluminum garage doors are:
- Lightweight and easy to install
- Require few repairs
- Resistant to rust and corrosion
- Recyclable
- Low-maintenance
- How much does a modern garage door cost?
Contemporary garage doors can vary greatly in terms of cost, with average for modern doors ranging anywhere from $1,000 to $5000. The price will depend mostly on the material you choose and any specific installation requirements you may have. Custom styles for modern garage doors in the San Diego area can go up to $10,000 or more. In general, it is best to consult experts and get an estimate for your desired garage door style.
- What are the alternatives to full-view glass garage doors?
You have two options when searching for a glass garage door of a different type. If you’re looking for a slightly cheaper alternative, you may want to consider a standard steel door. However, they usually have plastic frames and a larger space between the glass. So, if you prefer smaller frames, this might not be the right choice for you.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for a more luxurious option for your San Diego home or business property, the frameless glass garage door is perfect for you. Also known as an infinity glass garage doors, this type of garage doors come with glass on the front and no frames.
- What is a trackless garage door?
Tracks are common on garage doors, which explains why some garage types become narrow-spaced and confined. Unlike conventional garage doors, trackless garage doors don’t require ceiling tracks. In fact, their motors are equipped with sophisticated electric-based sensors.
There are usually two sectional panels attached to a metallic framework that can easily be mounted behind or between garage walls. What’s best, this type of door is theft-proof and maintenance-free. Due to their ability to withstand different types of weather, they don’t require repainting or extra support.
- How can garage doors achieve industrial-style appeal?
Choosing from our wide selection of styles will ensure that you find the right ones for your home or business in San Diego, renowned for their functionality, durability, and convenience. However, if you’re looking for that industrial-style attractiveness, an ideal solution are garage doors that blend glass and metal and offer a mix of protection and natural light.
- Who offers tracked & trackless modern steel, infinity glass, or aluminum garage doors in San Diego & the area?
Radford Garage Doors & Gates of San Diego is here to offer high-end garage doors in a wide range of styles and sizes. We can install your garage doors with precision and efficiency whether you are located in Encinitas, Del Mar, Fairbanks Ranch, Solana Beach, Coronado, Carlsbad, Rancho Santa Fe, La Jolla or Poway. In addition to our contemporary collection, we also carry:
- Vibrant Spanish and Mediterranean style garage doors
- Stylish custom wood garage doors
- Timeless Mid-Century Modern garage doors
- A wide variety of luxury garage doors
Contact us now to get a free estimate for your value-boosting garage door!
9185 Chesapeake Dr.
San Diego, CA 92123
info@radforddoors.com
(858) 408-6744
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