It may seem like a smart choice to purchase the cheapest garage door and save some money, but that option comes with several risks. Many cheap garage doors in Stouffville, sold unofficially or without proper documentation, are poorly made and fail to meet Canadian safety and environmental standards. 

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The Hidden Costs of Bargain Garage Doors

You may purchase a garage door at the lowest price (which is great for your pocket), but that doesn’t mean that you can rely on it to keep your property secure, improve energy efficiency or ensure long-term value. Here’s what you may face:

• Higher Energy Bills: Most cheap garage doors in Stouffville have poor or no insulation, which means warm air from your home can easily escape during winter or seep in from outside during summer. As a result, your HVAC system works harder and uses more electricity to keep your space comfortable.
• Frequent Repairs: The low-cost garage doors in Stouffville are often made from thin or low-quality materials that wear out quickly or can easily dent, bend or crack if hit by a ball or any hard object. Weaker materials equal frequent service calls, which you must pay for.
• Short Lifespan: No matter how well you care for an inexpensive garage door, it might only last a few years before it stops working completely. Even if the door keeps working, repairing it may cost nearly as much as replacing it, which means you’ll have to purchase and have a new door installed more frequently.
• Incorrect Hardware: Many budget garage doors come with low-quality hardware that can make operation difficult and may even damage your garage door opener. Using the wrong springs or cables can cause the door to fail, leading to property damage, vehicle damage, or even serious injury or death.
• Warranty: Most budget doors come with little to no real warranty. Too often, we receive calls from homeowners asking us to fix issues caused by poor installation quality or incorrect parts. Unfortunately, the companies that sell these budget doors are rarely available after the installation is complete and payment has been made — they simply stop answering calls. 

Hidden costs aside, Stouffville’s cheap garage doors are often flimsy and easy to pry open. They make your house more vulnerable to break-ins and weather events. High-quality garage doors with reinforced panels, reliable locking systems and advanced safety sensors can better protect your family, customers or employees.

Navigating Regulations: CEPA Compliance and Your Health

Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA 1999), manufacturers must use approved materials that don’t release harmful chemicals when building polyurethane-insulated garage doors. Unfortunately, many low-cost, imported doors (often sold without proper documentation) fall short of these standards. These products can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other toxic gases into your garage and living spaces, a process known as off-gassing. Prolonged exposure to these emissions has been linked to breathing difficulties, aggravated asthma, headaches and in some cases, more serious long-term health issues.

Choosing CEPA-compliant garage doors made with cleaner, safer manufacturing practices protects your family’s health and reduces environmental impact. Before purchasing, always ask the dealer for written proof of compliance, such as a manufacturer’s certification or safety data sheet. This simple step helps you verify that your door meets Canadian safety standards and gives you peace of mind.

Other things to check before you purchase a door include:

• R-Value: Higher values mean better insulation and lower energy bills.   
• Warranty: Look for coverage that protects both parts and labour.
• Dealer’s Reputation: Read customer reviews and confirm the dealer has a showroom and service staff—not just a truck.

Stouffville Garage Doors Is Your Partner for Quality and Security

Since 1988, Stouffville Garage Doors has installed more than 40,000 doors across Stouffville, Gormley, Ballentrae, Claremont, Uxbridge, Zephyr, Mount Albert, Aurora, Sunderland and surrounding communities. We carry trusted name-brand products like Clopay®, backed by manufacturer warranties, and add our own one-year labour warranty for extra peace of mind.

Contact Stouffville Garage Doors today for a new garage door quote. We aim to provide safe, energy-efficient and long-lasting solutions.