Garage Doors
Garage doors are a significant part of how your home or building looks. But these doors need to be more than just nice to look at. The doors we carry from CHI are built tough enough to withstand years of opening and closing and can resist the most unpleasant weather.
Garage Door Categories
Residential
Because they’re so large, your garage doors have a major effect on your home’s appearance. That’s why it’s important to choose doors that will complement your home and increase its curb appeal. But you also need something that will stand up to years of daily “ups and downs” while keeping out the wind, rain, and cold.
Garage doors from CHI come in many styles, making it easy to match your home’s personality. And they’re built tough, too, providing many years of reliable access.
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Commercial Overhead Door Gallery
CHI builds commercial overhead doors to endure the many ups and downs they will see in commercial settings. Each of the doors in the 3200 series is tough, dependable, and long-lasting.
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Garage Door Openers
Today’s garage doors are more stylish than those of the past. They are also heavier and require more powerful garage door openers. Marantec’s German engineering and craftsmanship has created a garage door opener that is designed for these heavier doors.
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Residential Garage Door Gallery
Garage doors from CHI come in many styles, making it easy to match your home’s personality. And they’re built tough, too, providing many years of reliable access.
Most residential doors come standard in a solid color, but be sure to ask us about the Accent Woodtones option, available on most models. These portray a non-repeating wood grain to achieve the warmth, appeal, and beauty of a handcrafted wood garage door while providing the strength and durability of steel.
Timeless Collection
Raised Panel
Reliable and low maintenance, these doors are a neighborhood standard and feature a classic garage door design.
Stamped Carriage House
These doors merge traditional carriage-house style with simple design and functionality.
Stamped Shaker
Featuring distinctive shaker style, these minimalist doors leave a lasting impression.
Full-View Aluminum
Made from durable, heavy-duty aluminum and expertly engineered, you can choose from a huge range of style options and colors to design your perfect contemporary door.
Pick from 188 colors and consider standard or specialty glass options. A perfect blend of industrial and ultra-modern.
Commercial Overhead Door Gallery
CHI builds commercial overhead doors to endure the many ups and downs they will see in commercial settings. Each of the doors in the 3200 series is tough, dependable, and long-lasting.
3200 Series Overhead Doors
MODEL 3285 Micro-Grooved Polystyrene Sandwich Door
- Part of the CHI Windbreaker Series, which are wind-chamber tested to ensure wind load resistance
- R-value of 10.29
- 26-gauge front and 27-gauge back
- Available in white, almond, sandstone, brown, gray, or black
MODEL 3212 Thermally-Broken Insulated Steel Sandwich Door
- Part of the CHI Windbreaker Series, which are wind-chamber tested to ensure wind load resistance
- R-value of 17.54
- 20-gauge
- Available in white
MODEL 3216 Thermally-Broken Insulated Steel Sandwich Door
- Part of the CHI Windbreaker Series, which are wind-chamber tested to ensure wind load resistance
- R-value of 17.54
- 26-gauge
- Available in white, almond, sandstone, brown, gray, or black
Garage Door Openers
Genie
The Alliance Manufacturing Company produced the first Genie garage door opener in 1954. Since then, Genie has become a recognized name in the industry.
Today, Genie continues to increase the value they offer. This is seen in their development of the Intellicode® Access Security System, which changes the door code every time the remote is used. Some current models also feature GenieSense™ Monitoring and Diagnostic Technology, which continuously monitors the operation of the door, stopping operation when significant changes occur. These features minimize noise, wear on the door, and improve overall safety.
Kauffman Metals is happy to be a Genie dealer. Find out more by giving us a call!
LiftMaster
LiftMaster residential garage door openers offer a broad selection in performance, features, and durability. All of their models are available with a variety of horsepower levels and drive systems. They will withstand the harshest elements and provide years of extended use.
Commercial sites have needs that differ from residential applications—frequency of use being the most common. Though a residential garage door may only be used a few times a day, a commercial door may be used several times an hour.
With this heavy usage in mind, LiftMaster has developed a full line of commercial door operators.
At Kauffman Metals, we’re glad to talk you through your situation and offer you the best solution.
Marantec
Today’s garage doors are more stylish than those of the past. They are also heavier and require more powerful garage door openers. Marantec’s German engineering and craftsmanship has created a garage door opener that is designed for these heavier doors.
With their direct current (DC) motors, Marantec openers can vary their speed, allowing a gentle stop as a door completes its cycle. This power is controlled by Marantec’s Digital Intelligence system that continually looks for obstructions. This is a step beyond the basic safety provided by photo eye sensors.
These superior openers have the industry’s strongest warranty and are only available through Marantec-authorized dealers.
Ask us how to move up to Marantec.
Garage Door and Garage Door Opener FAQs
How can I keep my garage door opener secure?
To enhance the security of your garage door opener, make sure it has rolling code technology, which changes the code after every use. Additionally, disable the opener when traveling for extended periods, or invest in a smart garage door opener that allows remote access control through a smartphone app.
How long do garage door openers usually last?
A well-maintained garage door opener should last 10 to 15 years. Regular maintenance, following the manufacturer’s guidelines, and promptly addressing any operational issues can help extend the opener’s lifespan.
Can I install a garage door opener by myself?
It is possible to install a garage door opener by following the manufacturer’s instructions. However, we strongly recommend professional installation to ensure safety and proper function.
How much headroom is required for a garage door?
By using a low-headroom track configuration, garage doors can be installed with as little as 3” of headroom. But a minimum headroom of 12” is ideal, as that allows for standard track. If you want to add an electric opener, you will need an extra 2” of headroom.
What type of springs are used on garage doors?
All our garage doors are sold with torsion springs. Doors using torsion springs will balance out better and are much safer than doors with extension springs. For door heights of 8’ and 10’, extension springs are available by request only. To enable immediate door repair, we stock an extensive line of torsion and extension springs.
Why won’t my garage door close?
The most common problem that we find is with the safety sensors. Make sure they are properly aligned and that there are no obstructions. Sometimes the sensors become faulty and need to be replaced. Problems with track alignment, worn-out rollers, and cables can also be a factor.
Why won’t my garage door open?
This can be caused by a broken spring, broken cables, or misaligned tracks.
Find Kauffman Metals in beautiful Bedford County, PA!
We are conveniently located along Route 30 (Lincoln Highway) in Bedford, PA about 3 miles from exit 146 on I-76 (PA Turnpike).
We service about a 100-mile radius from our headquarters in Bedford, PA. That means our drivers cover parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, in addition to our home state of Pennsylvania.
