Why aren’t sliding garage doors more popular?

• <div><p>Sliding garage doors aren’t popular because when they can be inconvenient—they require you to leave your car—if they’re manual. But, if they’re automatic, they’re much more expensive than a conventional tilting door. Some find the sliding door less aesthetically pleasing than a tilting or barn door. </p></div>

Can you manually open the garage door?

• <div><p>If push comes to shove, and you need to manually open your garage door, then you should be able to do so. To manually open your garage door, first, make sure that the door is in the down position. You’ll need to unlock your garage door opener’s emergency release mechanism, which is typically a red robe that you can find on the carriage. Once you’ve pulled the cord, you can manually lower the door.</p><p>If your garage door is stuck in an open position, consider contacting a professional to safely release the opener.</p></div>

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Q: Are there environmentally friendly garage building materials available?

• <div><p>Yes, with sustainable wood products and high-efficiency lighting options.</p></div>

Q: Why aren’t sliding garage doors more popular?

• <div><p>Sliding garage doors aren&rsquo;t popular because when they can be inconvenient&mdash;they require you to leave your car&mdash;if they&rsquo;re manual. But, if they&rsquo;re automatic, they&rsquo;re much more expensive than a conventional tilting door. Some find the sliding door less aesthetically pleasing than a tilting or barn door. </p></div>

Q: Are prefab garages worth it?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s better to build a garage than buy and install a prefabricated one. You can save money by purchasing a prefabricated metal garage kit for between <b>$4,000 and $11,000</b>. However, this does not include the price of labor and permits, which can account for more than half of the project cost. Building a new garage over buying a prefab garage will add more value to your home and will last longer, so it&rsquo;s more cost-effective over time to build a new garage.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to prime a metal garage door before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s usually a good idea to use a metal primer before painting a metal garage door, and, even if you do, you&rsquo;ll need a paint that&rsquo;s specifically designed to coat metal for the best results. Metal primer helps create a good surface for the paint to stick to your metal garage door, and it will help prevent bubbling, chipping, and peeling after it dries. It&rsquo;s a bit more expensive to prime your door before painting, but it&rsquo;s usually worthwhile, as the paint will last longer.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in October 2016
It went well with only a few minor issues. The contractor followed all the new construction codes and every thing he did was inspected by a code officer.
B & J Morrison Construction & Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2013
Very professional and good workmanship. Customer service is extraordinary. Highly recommend them
AIM Garage Doors
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Reviewed in September 2022
Very impressed with this company. I called Saturday mid day, and they were here in the afternoon. Chris was great. Explained everything that I would need, and the cost (which was fair). I said lets do it and ask when he could come back, and Chris said we can do it now. Wow. You don't hear that...
Precision Door of North East PA
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Reviewed in June 2013
It went very well. They were punctual, did the job, and our doors are now working properly.
Baker Door Company
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Reviewed in March 2015
The installation was flawless. Anthony was right on time and after he finished the installation, took his time explaining the features and operation of the door and opener. He finished on time and even followed up to make sure we were satisfied. The price was very reasonable considering the...
A & M Garage Doors LLC.
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Reviewed in May 2012
They did a very good job. They were on time, and finished the job in one day. I think their price was fair, because we got a really nice door, and it works really well. They were able to give us a discount, which was nice. They made us aware of the sale that was going on for the better door....
Sears - Uniontown Mall
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Reviewed in August 2017
The price was good. The quality appears to be good. Two workers came to do the repairs. They added a handle and a closing mechanism. The last crew that came by wasn't as professional as I'd like them to be. They seemed qualified, so they did a good job but one guy was not quite professional,...
Trinity Garage Door & Awning
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Reviewed in August 2015
Within a few days of my phone call, Brian arrived at our home and measure the panel to be replaced and determine the model of our Raynor door. Brain called the following week with his estimate to obtain the panel and install it. I accepted his estimated costs and Brian said he would order the...
RAYNOR GARAGE DOORS-JOHNSTOWN
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Reviewed in May 2014
They were on time and took care of everything I needed. They did a very good job and I would highly recommend them.
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