Champion offers garage doors in Orange County from manufacturers including C.H.I., Amarr, Unique, Wayne Dalton, Clopay, and more. Our available models range from standard doors to premium and fully custom designs for replacement, remodeling, and new construction projects.
Where to Start When Choosing a Garage Door
Start with the basics: material, insulation, and budget. These choices will help narrow the options and make the rest of the decision easier.
Material
- Steel: The most common option, available in a wide range of designs, finishes, construction types, and insulation levels.
- Full-view aluminum: Combines narrow aluminum frames with large glass panels for a more contemporary look.
- Wood: Offers a distinctive natural and premium appearance with greater customization. Available in paint-grade and stain-grade options, with different wood species available.
Construction and Insulation
- Insulation: Improves thermal performance, helps limit sound transmission, reduces panel vibration and noise, and adds rigidity. Insulated garage doors are available with different R-values and in several construction types, including poly-back and steel-back designs. Compare insulated vs. uninsulated garage doors.
Design and Customization
- Finish: Choose from solid colors, wood-look specialty finishes, woodgrain or smooth textures, and powder-coated finishes on applicable models.
- Panel style: Options include traditional short or long panels, carriage-house designs, modern flush panels, planks, and other specialty designs.
- Add-ons: Windows, decorative hardware, privacy and specialty glass, and powder-coated hardware can further customize the door.
Garage Door Types and Price Levels
Garage door prices vary based on size, construction, insulation, windows and glass, finish, hardware, customization, and installation requirements. The table below compares common garage door types and their general price levels to help narrow the options.
| Garage Door Type | Typical Construction | Key Features | Price Level |
| Standard steel | Single-layer | Solid colors, traditional short or long panels | Low |
| Poly-back steel | Two-layer insulated | Polystyrene insulation, optional windows | Low to Mid |
| Steel-back | Three-layer insulated | Polystyrene or polyurethane insulation, finished interior, higher rigidity | Mid to High |
| Premium / faux-wood steel | Two- or three-layer | Wood-look finishes, upgraded panel designs | Mid to High |
| Specialty overlay | Four- or five-layer insulated | Insulated steel construction with composite, fiberglass, or wood overlay | High |
| Full-view aluminum | Aluminum + glass | Large glass panels, frame and glass options | High |
| Custom wood | Custom wood construction | Wood species, stain or paint grade, custom detailing | High |
Choosing a Garage Door in Orange County
Where you live in Orange County can help determine what to look for in a garage door.
- Coastal areas: Salt in the coastal air and moisture can lead to corrosion, making the door material, finish, and hardware choices more important.
- Hotter inland areas: Direct sun and higher temperatures can make insulation and exterior color more important considerations.
- Attached garages: Insulated garage doors can help limit heat transfer, outside sound, and temperature changes inside the garage.
The right fit comes from balancing how the door looks, what it costs, and the local environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the installed garage door price?
The installed garage door includes the standard hardware required for installation, including tracks, hinges, brackets, bottom seal, and rollers. Torsion system components such as springs, cables, drums, bearings, and the torsion tube are included. The installed price also includes, removal and hauling away, professional installation and final testing of the door. Add-ons such as locks, decorative hardware, and accessories are priced separately.
How long does it take to get a new garage door?
Lead times depend on the manufacturer, model, size, finish, and level of customization. Standard doors in common sizes may be available within a couple of days, while specialty finishes, custom sizes, and custom-built doors can take several weeks or longer. We can provide the expected lead time for the specific door before an order is placed.
Can a garage door be made to a custom size?
Yes. Many garage doors can be ordered in non-standard and custom sizes, although available dimensions depend on the manufacturer and door model. When possible, standard sizes are preferred because they generally offer more product options, shorter lead times, and lower costs. Learn more about standard garage door sizes and openings.
What types of glass are available for garage door windows?
Glass options vary by door and manufacturer and can include clear, tinted, obscure or frosted glass, privacy glass, and insulated glass on applicable models. Some garage doors also offer different window layouts, frame designs, and glass colors.
Do garage doors come with a manufacturer warranty?
Yes. Manufacturer warranty coverage varies by brand, model, finish, and component. Coverage for the door sections, paint or finish, hardware, windows, and other parts may have different warranty periods, so the warranty should be reviewed for the specific door being considered.
Is a garage door opener included with a new garage door?
No. Garage door openers and accessories are sold separately unless they are specifically included in the quote.
Can a damaged garage door section be replaced without replacing the entire door?
In many cases, yes. However, garage door sections are model-specific and are not universally interchangeable. The replacement section has to match the original door’s manufacturer, model, size, construction, and design. If the door has been discontinued by the manufacturer and a matching section is no longer available, replacement is not possible. Learn more about garage door section replacement.
