Today, garages are typically adjoined to the house rather than being separate. They therefore are part of the curb appeal of your home. An attractive garage door will give you maximum curb appeal and increase the fiscal value of your home. 

When building a new home in Amarillo, Texas, be sure to consider this before you choose just any garage door.

How do I choose the right garage door for my new home?

Amarillo is exploding with new homes and builds. When designing or construction a new home, a number of factors should guide your choice of a garage door. One is whether you prefer a wooden or metal door. Another factor to consider is whether the door you choose blends in well with the rest of the house. Contrast is fine but it should be contrast by design rather than by default.

Functionality is also important. This means choosing between automatic and manual garage door. They cost more but they are the best option in terms of convenience and security.

Where can I get a Raynor garage door?

One of the leading garage door suppliers in Amarillo is Willow Creek Overhead Door Company. The company offers garage doors from two of the best manufacturing companies, Raynor and Midland Garage Door Manufacturing Company.

One of the choices offered by Raynor is Raynor StyleView, which offers the choices of French style, mixed panel and carriage house garage doors. These come in a choice of 180 powder-coat colors so there is something for everyone.

There is also the Raynor Innovations range which are highly saturated with polyurethane. They come in Western, ranch and and colonial styles and they come with the patented Finger Protection System including section joints.

If you prefer wood, the Raynor Wood Collection is for you. The doors are custom made in bi-folding and accordion designs and swing up or swing out designs. The doors are made of  mahogany from Africa or red cedar and they can be customized with hardware and architectural glass.

Which Midland garage doors are available?

Midland is all about steel garage doors, which last and last. They can also be customized with colors and window designs. The 2" Thermo-Steel Raised Steel Panel is one option. These are Thermo-Steel doors with a polystyrene core that has exceptional R-Value. Two other options of Thermo-steel doors are the 2" Overlay Thermo-Steel doors and the 2" Overlay V-Groove and Smooth Thermo-Steel ranges.

Another option is the Midland Garage Door- TS-138 Thermo-steel door which is made of 1 and/8" residential steel. It comes in two options of raised steel and flush steel. Both have a unique pebble-grained texture. You get several garage window and color choices.
The Midland Classic Panel is another textured option. It has the same pebble-grained texture on a stunningly designed steel panels. There is a choice of insulated and non-insulated garage doors in a number of colors and attractive window designs.

Carriage house garage doors are also very popular in the new Amarillo neighborhoods. You can go for Midland Carriage Panel garage doors. Their vintage carriage house look will charm you and the entire neighborhood. Again, the window design and color will be your choice. If a ribbed look is your preference, the Midland Series 26 Ribbed Panel is for you and if it's a rugged steel look, go for the ValueCraft Raised Steel Panel door.

Who sells Raynor and Midland garage doors in the Texas Panhandle?

Willow Creek Overhead Door is a certified distributor of Midland and Raynor garage doors. Owner Tony Hall is fully equipped to install a garage door for your new home in Amarillo. Whether you are the homeowner or the Amarillo construction company, get in touch with Willow Creek Overhead Door today for affordable prices and expert craftsmanship. 

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Ordering a new garage door for your home or commercial building can be exciting. Not only will you have a new door style that complements your property, but you will also have a door that runs more efficiently, is modern and secure.

Most brand new homes come with standard garage door openings. However, older homes may come with garage door openings that are not quite square or standard. If you are looking for a new garage door, it is important to measure all garage door openings before ordering a new door.

How do you measure the garage door opening?

You can use this 5-step process to get all the measurements you need for selecting and ordering your garage door.

• Step 1 - Measure the opening's width at the widest point. This is from the finished edge of the door to the other finished edge of the door.
  
• Step 2 - Measure the opening's height at the highest point. This is the distance from the finished header in the floor below.
  
• Step 3 - Measure the available space inside the garage on either side of the opening. You will need about 4 inches on either side of the door to accommodate the track and sensors.
  
• Step 4 - Measure the area above the door opening to the ceiling. If you are going with a carriage house door installation, you need 15 inches of clearance. Other door styles require 12 inches. If you want an automatic door opener, you will need 3 extra inches. If you find that you don't have the head space, the installer may need to use special hardware to handle the low clearance.
  
• Step 5 - Measure the distance from the opening to the back of the garage. You need enough space to accommodate the height of the door plus 18 inches for a manual door. If you want to install an opener, you need the height of the door plus 4 feet 2 inches.

Where can I order a new garage door?

If you have the measurements, the next step is to select your garage door style and order it. You will find there are hundreds of styles available on the market today in both residential and commercial overhead doors. 

With the measurements in hand, you should contact a licensed, insured, and bonded garage door company and get your new door on order. When you are ready to get a new garage door, contact Willow Creek Overhead Door in Amarillo, Texas. 

Willow Creek Overhead Door works with two of the leading garage door manufacturers in the business: Raynor and Midland Garage Door. They offer strong and dependable doors for all sorts of installations. If you do not want to take the measurements yourself, not problem. Owner Tony Hall can come out the same day you call and measure your garage door himself. Get in touch with these Amarillo garage door specialists today for a free installation estimate.

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Replacing your garage door will make a distinct design statement for your home. It will also give you a modern, efficient door that can last for years. If you are looking to replace your garage door, consider style and function, in addition to your budget, before making a final buying decision.

What questions should you ask before buying a new garage door for your home?

When looking at all the option available in garage doors, it is important to ask a few questions before making the purchase. Here is a brief list of questions to ask:

• When should I replace a garage door with a new one? This can happen for any number of reasons. You might want to update the look of your garage or need to replace a damaged one.
• What is the best garage door for my property? Garage doors come in distinct styles for residential and commercial properties. Residential garage doors come in many styles to complement the home. Commercial overhead doors offer tough functionality.
• How much will a new garage door cost? This can vary from several hundred dollars up to the tens of thousands. It all depends on your home, technical requirements, your tastes and budget. This is why it is often better to work with a professional, trustworthy garage door business.
• What style and design will best complement my property? This is a subjective choice. The contractor can help you look through available styles and features, and come up with a few options that will work.
• What is the expected waiting time between ordering the garage door and getting it installed? Unless you select a common style the contractor can get quickly, you may have to wait a few weeks for the door to arrive. The time it takes also depends on the garage door company you choose to work with. Another benefit of working with a local business is that you can contact someone easily if you have a question or concern.
• How long will it take to install the new garage door? In most cases, the actual installation will only take one day or two.
  
• What kind of warranty comes with the garage door? This also depends on the manufacturer and garage door company. You need to know the warranty period and exactly what it covers. 

What else should you know before making a garage door purchase?

If you are thinking about purchasing a new garage door, work with a contractor who carries a number of styles and designs at several price points. 

When you are ready to talk about a new garage door, contact Willow Creek Overhead Door. We offer a variety of Raynor and Midland garage door styles and designs to complement your home or commercial property. We offer service throughout the Texas Panhandle, including Amarillo. When you call, owner Tony Hall can come out the same day and show you what they have to offer. Contact Willow Creek Overhead Door today for a free installation estimate.

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A garage door is part of the overall design scheme of the house and it should be chosen not only for the security function but also esthetic and fiscal value. Whatever your tastes and preferences are, quality must remain the main factor that guides your choice. At Willow Creek Overhead Door, we offer the best from Raynor and Midland garage and overhead door companies.

Why Raynor and Midland?

Raynor and Midland garage door companies have risen to the top by offering customers quality and affordability. The two companies each have their own range of  products.

What options does Raynor Garage Door company offer?

Raynor StyleView is one option. The doors in this range have different styles and personalities to suit yours such as those that are made like French doors, mixed panels and carriage house designs. These and other designs come in no less than an amazing 180 powder coat colors from white, clay tone, bronze and so many others.

Raynor also has the Innovations range of garage doors. These are doors that are highly insulated with polyurethane. The doors offer maximum security and they feature the company's Finger Protection System that includes section joints. The doors in this series are available in Western, ranch and colonial styles and they also come with a broad choice of colors.

The Wood Collection Series is the third series of Raynor doors. It offers a customization option for doors of various designs including bi-fold, swing-up, swing-out and accordion designs. The doors are made of African mahogany or Western Red Cedar and they can be customized with architectural glass and hardware.

What are the options from Midland Garage Door?

One option is the 2" Thermo-Steel raised steel panel. Durability is guaranteed thanks to thermo steel it is made of and the polystyrene center. There is also the classic panel door with stylish steel panels and top windows. It comes with and without insulation and in a wide selection of colors and decorative hardware.

Midland has quite a number options of steel garage doors. These are the vintage carriage door with old-school charm, ranch door with long steel panels and pebble grain texture and the TS-138 thermo-steel door. There's also Series 24 doors with rugged steel exterior, Valuecraft Plus Raised Steel Panel, Valuecraft raised steel panel, series 26 ribbed panel, 2" overlay V-Groove and smooth thermo-steel and 2" overlay thermo-steel. All options come in a wide range of colors.

See Our Selection of Raynor and Midland Garage Doors

Raynor and Midland garage doors are available through Amarillo garage door company, Willow Creek Overhead  Door. All you have to do is call Willow Creek and there will take you through the options and then professionally install the door of your choice. Contact us today for a free estimate and to find out what is the best type of garage or overhead door for your home or business.