Frequently Asked Questions About Garage Doors

RESIDENTIAL FAQS

What are the different types of garage doors?

Garage doors can be made out of a variety of materials and have a wide array of finishes and styles. Visit our Garage Doors page to discover all of the different options we have available for your garage door needs.

What is the main purpose of a garage door?

The main objective of a garage is to hold and safeguard cars. A garage door is an integral component of the home that ensures the safety of your vehicles, possessions, and loved ones.

What is the typical price of a garage door repair?

The average cost to repair a garage door could range from $100-$300+ depending on the type and size of door you have and the type of repairs needed. Common repairs include the springs, opener, cables, track, sensor, and locks. Contact the experts at Thompson Garage Doors to start the repair process!

How much does it cost to get a garage door installed?

Garage doors can cost anywhere from $2,150 to $10,000, with the average price being $5,500. When you use Thompson Garage Doors to install your new garage door, all labor, garage door, track, and additional hardware costs are included in the quoted cost. Contact us today to get an exact quote for your garage door installation or repair.

Does Thompson Garage Doors offer finishing services, such as painting or staining?

No. If you want a custom stain or paint finish other than what our manufacturers provide, you need to hire a licensed painter.

Does Thompson Garage Doors sell and service sliding glass doors?

No. Although sliding glass doors are doors, they are manufactured and distributed by glass companies.

Does Thompson Garage Doors deliver garage doors and doors?

Yes. We deliver all over Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe including Reno, Sparks, Lovelock, Winnemucca, Elko, Fernley, Fallon, Yerington, Topaz, Gardnerville, Minden, South Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Squaw Valley, Truckee, Quincy, Portola, Loyalton, Herlong, Susanville, and Alturas. Don’t see your area? Give us a call.

Does Thompson Garage Doors service & repair doors and hardware?

Yes. Thompson Garage Doors’ experienced technicians can diagnose and repair any door or hardware problem. And our service department will keep your doors working smoothly day in and day out.

Does Thompson Garage Doors sell door hardware?

Yes. Thompson Garage Doors has a huge selection of door parts, springs, closers, panic devices, thresholds and more. Plus, we have our own machine shop to manufacture custom or hard-to-find garage door parts in-house.

Does Thompson Garage Doors install garage doors and doors?

Yes. Thompson Garage Doors has more than 60 years of experience installing commercial and residential doors.

Does Thompson Garage Doors have various Wood Species?

Yes. At Thompson Garage Doors, we offer a variety of finishes from Red Cedar to Rustic Oak, plus exotic hardwoods like Jatoba and special cut Quarter Sawn Oak to give your home an unusually distinctive look.

Does Thompson Garage Doors have custom size options available?

Yes. Thompson Garage Doors can customize any door you need with our in-house machine shop. Our experienced technicians can determine your exact specifications and custom manufacture the door or parts you need accurately, efficiently and in your budget.

Does Thompson Garage Doors have mobile home doors?

No. Thompson Garage Doors specializes in doors for any type of building, not moving vehicles. We recommend you see a mobile home dealer for that.

COMMERCIAL FAQS

Does Thompson Garage Doors install toilet partitions?

No, we supply restroom partitions but don’t install toilet partitions or accessories.

Does Thompson Garage Doors offer commercial door service and repair?

Yes, Thompson Garage Doors services and repairs everything we sell including doors, door parts, closers, panic devise, thresholds and more. Plus we have our own machine shop to manufacture custom or hard-to-find garage door parts in-house.

Does Thompson Garage Doors offer aluminum storefront systems?

No, we leave that to the glass companies.

Does Thompson Garage Doors do full commercial installations?

Although we do numerous types of installations for commercial products, commercial installation depends on the size of the job. Our professionals will work with you to determine installation on a per job basis.

Does Thompson Garage Doors deliver commercial doors?

Yes, we deliver anything we sell.