New garage door installation
New Garage Door Installation in Nashville, Franklin and Brentwood
Steel, insulated, carriage-house, modern flush-panel and full-view glass doors, chosen to suit your home and installed with new springs, track and hardware.
- Every major styleRaised, flush, carriage and glass
- Insulated optionsPolystyrene and polyurethane
- Complete installNew springs, track and hardware
- Haul-away includedThe old door leaves with us
Door styles
Door Styles We Install
Most homes in Middle Tennessee suit one of a few families of door. Each comes in a range of colors, window layouts and insulation levels.
Materials & insulation
Materials and Insulation
Tennessee summers are hot and humid and winters can be sharp. If your garage is attached, the door’s construction affects the rooms next to it.
| Construction | What it is | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Non-insulated steel | A single steel skin over a frame. | Detached garages and storage, where budget matters most. |
| Polystyrene-insulated steel | Rigid foam panels fitted into a steel door, often with a backer. | Attached garages that need a step up in comfort and quiet. |
| Polyurethane-insulated steel | Foam injected between two steel skins and bonded to both. | Garages next to living space, rooms above, workshops and gyms. Stiffer and more dent-resistant. |
| Wood-look composite or steel | Steel or composite with a realistic wood-grain finish. | The look of carriage-house wood without the refinishing. |
| Aluminum and glass | Aluminum frame with glass or polycarbonate panels. | Modern homes, lots of natural light, indoor-outdoor spaces. |
Design choices
Design Choices That Make the Difference
Small decisions change how a door reads from the street. We bring samples and help you weigh them against the house.
Panel Design
Raised, recessed, flush, carriage-house or full-view.
Color and Finish
Match the trim, contrast with brick, or go wood-tone.
Windows
Top-row windows, clear or obscure glass, and grille patterns.
Decorative Hardware
Handles and hinge straps for a carriage-house look.
Size and Headroom
Width, height and the space above the opening.
Insulation Level
Matched to how you use the garage.
High-lift conversions
High-Lift Garage Door Conversions
Standard track turns the door back along the ceiling just above the opening. High-lift track carries the door further up the wall before it turns, freeing space for a car lift, tall storage or simply a cleaner ceiling.
- Needs enough ceiling height, which we measure first
- Different track and springs sized for the new travel
- Usually paired with a wall-mount opener
Planning
Questions to Answer Before You Choose
We’ll walk through these with you during the estimate.
- How do you use the garage?Parking only, or a gym, shop or playroom? That decides insulation.
- What’s above or beside it?Bedrooms and living space call for insulation and a quiet opener.
- Which way does it face?West-facing doors take afternoon sun; color and insulation matter more.
- What does the house want?Brick, farmhouse, craftsman and modern homes suit different doors.
Installation
From First Visit to Finished Door
Removal and haul-away of the old door, springs, track and hardware is included.
Measure and Consult
We measure the opening, headroom and side room and talk through styles and options.
Choose and Order
You pick the door; we confirm the specification and order it.
Remove the Old Door
Old door, springs, track and hardware come out and are hauled away.
Install and Balance
New sections, track, springs and hardware, balanced, connected and safety tested.
Where we work
New Garage Door Installation Across Middle Tennessee
We provide new garage door installation for homes and businesses in Williamson, Davidson and Rutherford counties.
- Brentwood
- Franklin
- Nolensville
- Thompson's Station
- Arrington
- Fairview
- Nashville
- Antioch / Cane Ridge
- Smyrna
- La Vergne
- Murfreesboro
New Garage Door Questions
Quick answers to common questions. Don’t see yours? Call (615) 500-0326.
How long does a new garage door installation take?
Most single residential door installations are completed in a day, including removing the old door. Custom or special-order doors take time to arrive from the manufacturer, so we’ll give you an expected timeline when you order.
Is an insulated garage door worth it?
If the garage is attached, has a room above it, or you use it as a workshop or gym, insulation makes a noticeable difference in comfort and noise. Insulated doors are also more rigid and tend to dent less. For a detached storage garage, a non-insulated door can be perfectly fine.
What does R-value mean for a garage door?
R-value measures resistance to heat flow. Higher numbers insulate better. Polyurethane-insulated doors generally reach higher R-values than polystyrene doors of the same thickness. Manufacturers measure R-value differently, so compare doors carefully.
Will you haul away my old door?
Yes. Removal and haul-away of the old door, springs and hardware is part of a replacement installation.
Do I need a new opener with a new door?
Not always. If your opener is in good shape and suited to the new door’s weight, we can reconnect and adjust it. Heavier insulated or wood-look doors sometimes call for a stronger opener; we’ll tell you if yours is undersized.
Plan Your New Garage Door
Send a photo of the front of your house and the size of the opening if you know it. We’ll follow up to talk styles and pricing.
- Residential and commercial service
- A clear explanation of the problem and your options
- Serving 11 communities across Middle Tennessee
- Call(615) 500-0326Best for broken springs, doors stuck open and anything urgent.
- Emailhello@oaksteadgaragedoors.comSend photos of the door or your property with your question.
- Service areaBrentwood, Franklin, Nolensville, Thompson's Station, Arrington, Fairview, Nashville, Antioch / Cane Ridge, Smyrna, La Vergne, Murfreesboro. Details