Reasons to go custom
- Size. Extra tall doors for trucks, vans and RVs; extra wide openings; older garages with non-standard dimensions.
- Design. Matching a front door, gate or window pattern, or carrying siding across the door so the garage disappears into the wall.
- Material. Real cedar or mahogany, wood look steel and composite, or a particular glass.
- Colour. Factory applied custom colours to match trim or meet HOA requirements.
Wood and wood look
Real wood is unmatched for depth and character. It also asks for commitment: in Central Texas, a stained wood door in full sun generally needs refinishing every couple of years to stay protected.
Wood look steel and composite doors have become very convincing and need only washing. For most homes they deliver the appearance owners want with far less upkeep. We will show you both and be frank about the trade-off.
What to expect
Custom doors take longer to arrive than stock doors, and the lead time depends on the manufacturer and the design. The process begins with a site visit to measure and talk through what you have in mind. If you have a photo of a door you like, bring it; it is the fastest way to get to the right design.
Installed by Tier One
Real installations by our team in the Austin area.
Two wood tone garage doors and a new opener
Two 8x7 wood tone carriage style garage doors with windows, replacing the original doors, plus a new opener.
Three wood tone garage doors on a new detached garage
One double and two single wood tone garage doors with windows, installed on a newly built detached garage in Hudson Bend, near Lake Travis.
Installation
Every new door is measured on site and installed with new tracks, springs and hardware matched to its weight. See garage door installation for the full process, or garage door replacement if you are deciding whether to repair or replace.
Custom door FAQs
How long does a custom garage door take?
Longer than a stock door. Lead time varies by manufacturer and design, and we will give you a specific estimate before you order.
Can you match my existing door on a second garage?
Usually, if we can identify the manufacturer and model. Send a photo and any labels from the inside edge of the door.
