Maximising curb appeal: Garador
Desirable homes rely heavily on an excellent view from the street, and the humble garage door forms a key part of many a Kiwi home’s façade. It detracts from the market value if it looks tired or makes a racket when raised.
Abeautiful garage door can lift a property, tying in with the style and colour of the home. “Our pressed panels often give a traditional feel suited to colonial style or country homes, or they can create a traditional look from a house that lacks in design direction,” says Aaron Harvey, director of Garador Christchurch. “Perhaps you would like to do the opposite and bring your older style home into step with modern homes. Flat panelled garage doors can accentuate the modern aesthetic. They also look sleek alongside monolithic cladding.” 
Windows are another style choice that can impact the overall design feel. The positioning and shape of windows can be a fun way to inject character into your home without a major dollar outlay.
A bold colour can make a statement on its own and might be just the personality boost needed to give your home a point of difference. Matching the garage door to the house colour can give a sense of space, helping smaller homes appear less cluttered. “You can select a standard colour from the New Zealand Colorsteel®’s range or have the garage door powder-coated,” says Aaron.
An insulated garage door reclaims the versatility of garage space lost when winter comes. It prevents heat loss from inside, and helps to keep the cold out. Insulation also acts as a noise barrier, so activities inside the garage needn’t create a racket outside. “These are all great selling points for family homes especially, when the garage is often utilised as another room in the house,” says Aaron.
Along with state-of-the-art openers, Garador offers total peace of mind with their Smartphone Control Kit. “You can check from anywhere and get a notification when anyone else opens the door,” says Aaron. “Gone are the days of driving away and then suddenly wondering if you closed the garage door.
A quick consult of your app will let you know its status, and if you did leave it open, you can close it. This security and peace of mind is a significant selling point. Buyers can move in and feel secure right away.”
