Can you replace a single garage door panel?
Often yes! Replacing a single garage door panel can occasionally be a viable solution for repairing minor or isolated damage such as dents or imperfections caused by vehicle, bike, or even lawn mower accidents. As long as the damage is isolated to the panel and a replacement for your particular garage door model can be found, there’s no reason panels can’t be replaced. The best way to know for sure if this is the right solution for your garage door is to have a professional repair technician make a thorough assessment to make sure no other parts of the garage door system are being impacted. Mr. Spring offers inspections and estimates at absolutely no cost to you.
Should I replace a garage door panel myself?
Replacing a garage door panel can appear simple at first but can quickly go off the rails without the proper training or tools. Typically replacing a single panel requires disassembling the garage door one panel at a time, salvaging the existing hardware, and then carefully replacing each panel correctly. Depending on the material your garage door is made of, the weight alone can make this a multi-person job as heavier garage door panel materials like wood or steel can weigh upwards of 100 pounds or more. A door with a replaced panel will also require adjustments to the opener system, including the spring, which can create safety concerns. For these reasons, it is typically recommended that garage door panel replacement be completed by a professional to prevent injury or further damage to the opener system.
Should I replace the whole door or just the panels?
A full garage door replacement should be considered over a panel replacement in a few cases. First, if the damage is extensive–beyond a single panel or when it is impacting other parts of the system such as the tracks–it is typically more cost effective to replace the entire door rather than multiple individual panels. If your garage door panels are rotten, sagging, or experiencing other non-aesthetic functional issues, a replacement may also be in order.
How much does a garage door panel replacement cost?
How much it costs to replace a garage door panel can vary widely based on the variety of panel being replaced, the style of door, and even the door’s size. Wooden garage door panels, for example, tend to have a higher base price to replace than the same sized aluminum panel. For this reason, it can be difficult to know the cost of a panel replacement without an in-person inspection of the door needing replacement. Mr. Spring offers absolutely free on-site estimates for all our garage door repair customers to be sure we know exactly what is needed before work begins. Call or click below to talk to a trained technician or schedule an estimate today.
Can you replace more than one garage door panel?
While you certainly can replace more than one of the panels on your garage door, typically when more than one panel is in need of replacement it is often more cost-effective to replace the entire garage door. Depending on the price of the panels, replacing the door outright may make more sense–and be a perfect chance to update the exterior of your home. To determine whether panel replacement is the right choice for your property, call or click below to schedule a free estimate with a trained and experienced technician.