The choice of garage door available is immense with a wide range of designs, colours and materials to suit almost any property. Aside from aesthetic considerations, security is another important factor when choosing a new garage door as most people store valuable items in their garages and a poorly fitted or operated garage door can provide an opportunity for would-be burglars. Choosing a door accredited under the police Secured by Design initiative should help to reduce this risk.

British Garage Doors remain the most popular type of garage door, a simple, sturdy one piece design that lifts from above and either slides out of the way below the ceiling or creates a canopy at the front of the garage. They are widely available in a huge variety of finishes and designs as well as options to incorporate insulation.

The Complete Guide to Choosing Garage Doors in the UK: Styles, Materials, and Maintenance

Side Hinged Doors have enjoyed a resurgence recently, largely due to their ability to allow easy on foot access without having to open the car out of the drive. Double-skinned insulated options are available to provide great levels of security and insulation as well as looking good with traditional-style homes.

Roller Doors offer a different look to other door types, opening vertically they roll up into the roof space when opened. Ideal for installations with limited headroom but not compromising on security or insulation. Select, Garador and Hormann are amongst the leading manufacturers offering this versatile option.