FAQs ABOUT GARAGE DOORS & SECURITY GATES

The main difference between residential and commercial garage doors is their intended use. Commercial garage doors are intended to be used multiple times daily while residential ones are meant to be opened less frequently. Therefore, commercial garage doors are designed to withstand being used multiple times daily while residential are built to withstand being used only once or twice a day.

The R-value of a door is a measure of thermal efficiency. The higher the R-value, the better it is at reducing the transfer of heat. If you want a well-insulated door that helps reduce your energy bills, choose a door with a high R-value.

Performing maintenance on your garage door is a necessary part of keeping your door functioning properly. You should have maintenance done to your garage door at least once a year.

In most cases, you can install a new door and keep your existing garage door opener with no issues. However, we recommend that you check with your opener’s manufacturer to be sure that it is compatible with your new door and that it still meets government safety standards.

A crack in your garage door may be caused by the improper installation of the door. It may also be caused by the incorrect positioning of the strut on the door, an incorrect opener slope, springs that are weaker than required for the door, and the down limit setting on the opener not being set properly.

No, it is not. The lower the number, the thicker the metal is.

At Dennard & Todd Overhead Doors, we provide a variety of services, including residential garage door installation and garage door repair, as well as commercial garage door services and rack installations for properties throughout the Permian Basin. Our experienced team also handles automatic gate installation and maintenance. 

Signs you may need garage door repair include unusual noises, slow response, jerky movement, or failure to open/close. Addressing issues quickly helps prevent safety risks and more costly repairs later on.

Absolutely — we offer full commercial garage door services, including installation, repair, and sales. Commercial systems often require specialized expertise due to their size, weight, and high-usage demands. We work with a wide range of commercial garage doors and gates, including sectional steel, aluminum doors, rolling steel doors, security doors, high-speed doors, fire doors, security gates, folding gates, pedestrian doors, strip curtains, and motorized gates. Our experienced technicians can repair and service any type of commercial garage door system to keep your business operating safely and efficiently.

We install and repair durable security gates that enhance safety for your home or business. These can be paired with automatic systems and gate openers for added convenience.

While timing varies by project, most overhead door installations are completed in a single service visit, depending on door size and customization. We always strive for efficient, high-quality service.

You can contact us via phone or our online form to schedule automatic gate installation, garage door repair, commercial garage door services, or any other overhead door needs throughout Andrews, Big Spring, Fort Stockton, Kermit, Midland, Monahans, Odessa, Pecos, and the surrounding TX areas.