Residential garage doors are often the most noticeable feature of a home’s facade. As such, any sign of neglect can significantly decrease a property’s curb appeal. Keeping your garage doors well-maintained and upgrading them on occasion will make your home more pleasant in the eyes of guests and passersby.

Below are some tips on how to change your garage door for the better:

• Decorative Windows: Garage door windows can break up boring panels and help your garage blend seamlessly into the rest of your home. They also let natural light into your garage, making it a far more functional space.
• Steel Doors: Steel doors have become more flexible over the years, allowing homeowners to choose a finish that suits their tastes. Steel models can even be made to resemble faded wooden gates that give any home a rustic appearance.
• Pergolas: Framing an industrial style garage door with pergolas can soften its utilitarian appearance. Accessorize even further by adding a trellis, pillars, and other decorative features until each design element blends with another.
• Decorative Stonework: Adding decorative stonework around your residential garage door will grant your home a Sicilian-like facade—one that allows your entire property to stand out at first glance.
• Lighting Fixtures: Installing lighting fixtures on the walls around your residential garage door can add both style and functional flair. Quaint gas lanterns serve as a security measure to deter thieves from breaking and entering while adding to your home’s charm.

Upgrading your residential garage doors doesn’t have to be an overwhelming task—you just have to find the right people for the job. Automatic Door Company has been servicing residential and commercial garage doors throughout New Haven and Fairfield counties for over 35 years. Their skilled technicians can install or repair your garage door to keep your home safe and attractive. Find out more about their affordable services by calling (203) 795-3577 or visiting their website.