It is said that an Englishman’s home is his castle. But for many, it is also our safe place and our sanctuary. It’s where we have free rein to be ourselves and let our personality shine with our choice of design and decoration. But most importantly, our homes are probably the biggest investment we’ll make in our lifetime.

And of course, shrewd advisors will always tell you to look after your investment.

If you’re looking to replace the garage door on your home, one of the first questions you’ll want to consider is, should I go electric? Aside from the obvious convenience factor, we’ve discovered a lot more benefits to investing in an automated garage door.

If you’re in need of a new garage door and you know exactly what you’re looking for, finding the right product should be relatively straightforward. But, if like many, you’re not sure which door type is best suited to you and your home, there are some questions you’ll want to consider before making your decision.

Buying a new garage door is a considerable investment. So, what steps can you take to ensure that the product you choose is going to stand the test of time?

With households facing rising energy costs, many of us are considering ways in which we can make our homes more energy efficient. And while we’re all aware of the benefits of quality double-glazing and the effectiveness of wall and loft insulation, many of us often overlook the importance of insulating our garages. So how important is it?

Is your garage smaller than average? Or do you have limited headroom above the opening? You may think that a smaller garage means less choice when choosing a new garage door. However, do a little research and you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the variety available, even for the teeniest spaces!

If you’re in the market for a new garage door, you’d be forgiven for thinking that roller garage doors all look alike. Because they do. At first glance at least. However, look a little closer and you’ll be amazed at the variations in quality and design. Be prepared to do your research otherwise, you may fall victim to the old saying of ‘buy cheap, buy twice’.

Most things have advanced over the years, and that is definitely true of garage door design. Perhaps one of the most exciting developments is the industry’s almost limitless choice of colour options. Yep, gone are the days when we were restricted to just a handful of traditional colours.