Garage doors have come a long way over the years and now are more aesthetically pleasing and functional than ever before. If you are in the process of replacing or buying a new garage door but are struggling to decide if you would prefer a garage door with glazing or without then take a look at the pros and cons below.
Pros
– Visual appearance – garage doors with windows are generally more pleasing to the eye than without. They will match the exterior of your home more so than a plain garage door.
– Natural light – no bulb can match natural light sources. Glazing in your garage door will brighten it up completely.
– Appeal – Garage doors with windows generally are more appealing and could add more value to your home.
Cons
– Security risk – garage door windows could be appealing to criminals as they could easily be broken meaning you could be a prime target for thieves.
– Damage – Glass windows are more likely to succumb to the elements and could potentially break easily. Most are fitted with tempered glass which is easy to replace.
– Energy deficient – your garage is likely to be less energy efficient as glazing will experience greater heat loss in colder months.
