Getting the opening ready.
New construction garage door opening.
When you bring us your measurements in store or online we can help you get started on selecting the garage door size that is right for your home.
The garage door can be made to fit the opening.
How should i prepare my garage door frame.
Header the header is ideally a minimum 12 wide micro laminated beam that spans the width of the garage door opening.
As opposed to making the opening to fit the door.
Opening by design or by mistake usually.
Use a tape measure to determine the dimensions of your garage door opening and the depth of the garage to ensure space for an accompanying garage door opener.
Ask the local garage door dealer in your area to explain the difference between doors and the options that are available.
Header requirement 2 at minimum the header should be 12 wide with doubled 2 4 at opening and ceiling running the width of the door with a 2 4 in the center of the opening for the center bracket to attach to.
This guide is intended primarily for our builder customers to explain in detail the measurements and condition we need the work site to be in to properly co.
See our pdf for all the information.