How to choose a new garage door for your home

Your garage door can cover up to a third of the front of your house, so it has a big effect on how your home looks. Here's a simple way to choose the right one.

Start with your home's style

• Traditional homes look great with raised-panel doors.
• Farmhouse and craftsman homes suit carriage-house doors with decorative handles.
• Modern homes pair well with flush, ribbed or full-view glass doors.

Choose the material

Steel is strong, low-maintenance and comes in many colors and wood-look finishes. Aluminum and glass doors give a modern look and let in light. Real wood is beautiful but needs regular care in Chicago's weather.

Don't skip insulation

If your garage is attached to your house, insulation matters. A polyurethane-insulated door keeps the garage warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and makes the door quieter and stronger.

Windows add light and character

A row of windows at the top lets daylight in and breaks up a large door. Frosted glass keeps your privacy.

Pick a color that ties it together

Match your trim for a clean look, or choose a darker color or wood-look finish for contrast. Look at your roof, front door and shutters for cues.

See it before you buy

Try combinations in our 3D door designer and upload a photo of your house to preview the result. When you're happy, send the design to us and we'll give you an exact quote.