Remodeling Magazine’s 2021 Cost Vs. Value Report shows garage doors has the best resale value in home improvements
Among the many home improvement projects that homeowners can undertake, one stands apart for its relatively low cost, instant boost in curb appeal and great return on investment at resale: new garage doors.
According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2021 Cost vs. Value Report, garage door replacement has the highest return on investment of any home improvement project nationwide, recouping an average 93.8 percent of costs. In the past 4 years garage doors have been #1 on the list 3 out of 4 years. In West South Central Region which includes Texas and San Antonio, the garage door also ranked #1 recouping an average 93.2%. A garage door was also the #1 rated project in San Antonio with an average 95% ROI!
It’s also one of the most affordable home improvements homeowners can make.
The report analyzed the cost of an upscale garage door in San Antonio to be priced at $3,812, with a resale value of $3,622. Rankings are based on the value that real estate professionals in more than 100 U.S. markets say those projects would add to a home’s price.
Each year Remodeling Magazine compares average costs for popular remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale in various U.S. markets. More information on the report is available at www.costvsvalue.com.
“A new garage door is one of the best and quickest ways to boost a home’s exterior appeal at a modest cost,” said Randy Oliver, president of Hollywood-Crawford Garage Door Company. “Their outstanding return on investment is great news for those thinking about selling their homes and or anyone who just wants to enjoy their home more. Our showroom has over 40 beautiful, full sized garage doors to help anyone choose the perfect garage door to enhance the value and curb appeal of their home.”
“Today there are almost an endless variety of garage door styles, colors, materials, and insulation values with price ranges for every budget. We’ve furnished and installed garage doors made with reclaimed barn wood, Corten steel, composite faux wood materials, and of course the popular contemporary full view aluminum garage doors with a variety of insulated and non-insulated glass panels. It is not uncommon for some of our clients to spend $30,000 or more on their garage doors. We recently installed seven faux wood garage doors with decorative hardware and wall mounted garage door openers on a new single-family home for over $75,000,” Oliver added.
It seems garage doors are finally receiving the respect and attention they deserve. Garage doors are now used as the primary entrance into most homes, and they can be up to 40% of the front elevation of some homes which allows the homeowner the opportunity of greatly improving the value and curb appeal of their home by just replacing their garage door.
Garage doors are an easy, affordable way to give your home a facelift. If you haven’t shopped for a new garage door lately, you might be surprised. Today’s garage doors come in exciting new looks with features that enhance any home’s style including Modern Contemporary, Craftsman, Tuscany, Ranch, Farmhouse, Colonial, and other style homes. A variety of materials are available, such as aluminum, glass, faux wood, real wood, steel with a stained wood look, insulated steel, fiberglass, and even vinyl garage doors for harsh environments.
There are virtual tools online that allows homeowners to design their own perfect garage door. Simply upload a photo of your home or choose a house with similar structure and style, and select from many styles, materials, finishes and accessories to build a door unique to your needs.
Here’s a look at other garage door trends that can help boost your home’s comfort, function and style:
Money-saving insulation. Here in South Texas, insulated garage doors are an upcoming trend. This not only helps keep garages more comfortable but also prevent harsh temperatures from getting into homes – another money saver for homeowners.
Lighting up the Man Cave. Garages are no longer just for storing cars. They can be “man caves,” rec rooms, workshops or other additional living spaces. That’s why many homeowners are seeking out windows in their garage doors to bring extra sunlight and outside views to the space.
Controlling the opener by smartphone. Technology is entering the picture, with garage door opening systems that can be controlled by your smartphone. No more wondering if you remembered to close the garage door! You can even let the Amazon delivery driver open your garage door and place packages safely inside your garage and then close it, so you no longer have to worry about “porch pirates”.
To learn more about how a garage door can quickly, easily and affordably boost your home’s curb appeal, visit online at www.hollywoodcrawford.com or call 210-960-3150.
