Commercial overhead doors need to fit both the function and style of your business. However, the options available may be overwhelming. To help simplify your overhead door installation choices, here’s a guide to five popular types of commercial overhead doors. 

Commercial & Industrial Overhead Doors

1. Sectional Steel Doors

Strong and low-maintenance sectional steel doors are constructed of galvanized steel panels. They can be operated manually or electrically, depending on the model you choose. You can also add a pedestrian door or windows to allow sunlight and fresh air to circulate indoors. 

2. Sectional Aluminum Doors

Sectional aluminum doors allow you to maximize inside square footage. They’re an effective door installation choice for car showrooms, car repair shops, and restaurants. Like sectional steel doors, they can be operated manually or electrically and can be installed with or without a pedestrian walk-through door. 

3. Rolling Sheet Doors

Rolling sheet doors are made from interlocking slats of galvanized steel, stainless steel, or aluminum. To lower or open the door, the slats coil around a drum. They’re an all-purpose door that provides security, thermal protection, and safeguards against the weather and wind. 

4. Rolling Security Grilles

If your primary concern is protection from theft and vandalism, consider rolling security grilles. Constructed with aluminum or galvanized steel, they’re available in both side-folding and upward-rolling models. Rolling security grilles are often found in malls and airport terminals. 

5. Security Shutters

Another choice for theft protection, security shutters are typical of overhead door installations in high-traffic pedestrian areas, such as pharmacies and liquor stores. They come in a number of finishes, including wood grain, which makes them a favorite for businesses that value aesthetic appeal.

Whether you’re ready to have new overhead doors installed or you need  help deciding on the type, the experts at Doorworks in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, are eager to assist you. Established over 25 years ago, they’ve become Central Wisconsin’s premier door service provider. In addition to their commercial door installations and repairs, they also install and repair residential garage doors, storm doors, and entry doors. Learn more about their services online, or call (715) 424-5777 to start planning your overhead door installation today.