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Elevating Custom Homes with More Than Just Doors
Why Home Builders are Choosing Premium Oversized Garage Doors
In the booming custom home market of the East Valley, especially in beautiful Gilbert, Arizona, every detail counts. Carder Development, a respected custom and spec home builder, understands this. That’s why they partner with Level Up Garage Door to install garage doors that are not just functional barriers, but integral components of a home’s aesthetic and performance. Today, we’re going behind the scenes on an installation featuring Vidor Garage Doors – a Utah-based manufacturer known for its premium quality.
“We wanted to showcase some of the garage doors that we installed today for Carder Development a custom home builder in the East Valley.” Jesse Clark, Owner of Level Up Garage Door says with a confident smile.
Looking for a local and reliable garage door installer? Call Level Up Garage Door now to save: 602-500-1800 or schedule an appointment online.
Level Up Garage Door installed a 12×14 RV door, an 18×10 door, and an 18×8 Vidor Shoreline Driftwood Garage Door for a home in Landmark at Somerset, Gilbert, Arizona.
Vidor Shoreline Steel Carriage House Doors combine steel and composite materials for a low-maintenance, realistic wood look. They offer customizable designs with edges, windows, and arches, excelling in lighter colors like white oak.
Top Features of the Vidor Shoreline Series Garage Doors
• Composite Overlay (½ inch thick) – Gives a premium wood like appearance with low maintenance.
• R Value of 19 – Superior insulation for energy savings with inject polyurethane foam.
• Weight Capacity – Designed for doors up to 800 lb+, paired with heavy duty tracks.
• Custom Sizes – From 12×14 RV doors to 18×10 residential garage doors, all built to order.
The decision to invest in a premium oversized garage door for a custom-built home goes far beyond simply needing a space for a vehicle. It’s about enhancing the entire property. “So right now, we’re just getting the first section prepped. We’re getting the hinges on.” Jesse Clark goes on to explain the installation process by walking us through the critical steps involved in installing these high-performance doors. It’s a process demanding precision, the right tools, and expert knowledge.
Looking for a local and reliable garage door installer? Call Level Up Garage Door now to save: 602-500-1800 or schedule an appointment online.
The Garage Door Installation Process
1. Meticulous Section Preparation: Building the Foundation for Performance
The initial phase involves assembling the individual door sections. Crucially for these heavy doors:
• Double-End Hinges: Because these doors can weigh around 800 pounds, robust hinges are essential. Double-end hinges offer greater stability and distribute the weight more effectively across the door’s structure.
• Heavy-Duty Track Installation: Standard tracks won’t suffice. A 3-inch heavy-duty track is required to safely guide these substantial doors, ensuring they operate smoothly and reliably without strain.
2. Mastering the Technique of the Seal: Implementing Reverse Angle Jam Seal Methods
This element might seem minor, but it’s indicative of a premium installation:
• Commercial-Grade Protection: The reverse angle jam seal is typically seen in commercial applications and provides a superior seal against the elements.
• Aesthetic Harmony: Its design is particularly beneficial for doors with decorative overlays, as it minimizes visual obstruction, allowing the full beauty of the composite or wood finish to be appreciated from all angles.
• Precision Fit: Ensuring a tight seal, especially against complex architectural features like the stone work shown, requires meticulous alignment and installation techniques.
3. Revolutionizing Smoothness: Upgraded Nylon Rollers
The choice of rollers makes a significant difference in both operation and longevity:
• Effortless Gliding: Nylon rollers offer a smoother, quieter ride compared to traditional metal rollers.
• Reduced Wear and Tear: Their material properties minimize friction against the track, leading to less wear on both the rollers and the track itself, extending the lifespan of the entire system.
4. Maximizing Space with High-Lift Track
This specialized track system offers practical advantages:
• Enhanced Headroom: The high-lift track allows the garage door to sit higher up on the wall, closer to the ceiling, when fully open. This is ideal for garages with higher ceilings or for accommodating larger vehicles.
• Symmetrical Aesthetics: It ensures the door’s profile in its open position is visually balanced, especially when matching a larger door size like the 18×10.
• Secure Attachment: Carry bolts are used for precision in securing components without interfering with the critical cable systems.
Looking for a local and reliable garage door installer? Call Level Up Garage Door now to save: 602-500-1800 or schedule an appointment online.
5. Fortifying Security: The Automatic Slide Lock
This is a key security feature often overlooked in standard residential garage door installations:
• Integrated Safety: Connected directly to the garage door opener’s jackshaft, the automatic slide lock passively engages as the door closes.
• Deterrent: This provides a robust mechanical lock, making it extremely difficult for intruders to force the door open from the outside, offering significant peace of mind.
6. The Power of Precision Springs: Using the Group Winder
Tensioning large garage door springs is a task requiring specialized tools and expertise:
• The Right Tool for the Job: The Group Winder (a spring winding tool) replaces the traditional manual winding bar. This is especially critical for the larger, more powerful springs found on oversized doors.
• Safety and Control: It allows for more controlled and safer tensioning of the springs, which are essential for lifting these heavy doors.
7. The Mechanics of Motion: Springs, Drums, and Cables
The entire system works in harmony to lift and lower the door:
• Spring Power: The springs are the workhorses, storing potential energy.
• Energy Transfer: This energy is transferred via a cordon tube to the drums.
• Cable System: Cables attached to the bottom of the door then translate this rotational movement into linear motion, lifting the massive door smoothly and efficiently.
Let us help you LEVEL UP your garage door!
The garage door sets the tone for your home’s exterior. For custom homes in the East Valley looking to make a statement, opting for an oversized, premium door from a manufacturer like Vidor, installed with expert precision by Level Up Garage Door, is an investment that pays dividends in style, comfort, and security.
Whether you’re a builder like Carder Development seeking the best for your clients or a homeowner embarking on your dream build, don’t compromise on your garage’s entrance. Contact Level Up Garage Door today at: 602-500-1800 or schedule an appointment online.