Why Garage Door Automation Is Worth Considering and Why You Should Choose 1st Choice Garage Doors
In today’s world, convenience and security go hand in hand and few home upgrades deliver both as effectively as garage door automation. Whether you’re tired of stepping out into the rain to open your garage or simply want a smarter, more secure home, automating your garage door is a small change that makes a big difference.
Why Automate Your Garage Door?
1. Convenience at Your Fingertips
An automated garage door saves time every single day. With a remote or Bisecur transmitter, you can open or close your door without leaving your car. Arriving home late at night? One press of a button and you’re safely inside with no fumbling for keys or struggling with heavy doors.
2. Enhanced Security
Automation isn’t just about convenience, it’s about protection. The latest automatic systems from leading brands such as Garador, Hörmann, Novoferm, Alutech, and Teckentrup feature advanced locking mechanisms and encrypted transmitters for complete peace of mind. With Bisecur technology, you can even check whether your garage door is closed, from inside your home.
3. Energy Efficiency & Insulation
Pairing automation with insulated sectional or roller doors helps regulate your garage temperature, reducing heat loss and improving energy efficiency, ideal for homes with integrated garages or where your garage doubles as a workspace.
4. Accessibility for Everyone
Automatic operation makes your garage far more accessible for those with limited mobility or anyone who prefers effortless entry and exit. It’s a small improvement that adds real value to your property and daily routine.
Why Choose 1st Choice Garage Doors?
With over 25 years of experience, 1st Choice Garage Doors is one of the UK’s most trusted names for supply, installation, and maintenance of both manual and automated garage doors. Here’s what sets us apart:
- True Independence: We’re one of the last genuinely independent suppliers, not a franchise, which means our advice is completely impartial.
- Top Manufacturers: We supply and install products from Garador, Hörmann, Novoferm, Teckentrup, Alutech, Gliderol, and Cedar Door, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Expert Installation: Our fitters are directly employed, fully trained, and take pride in a clean, tidy, and professional finish on every job.
- Comprehensive Service: From free home surveys and quotations to bespoke sizes, joinery work, and repairs, we handle everything in-house.
- Custom Colours & Finishes: With our swatch service and colour-matching options, your door will look as good as it performs.
We can automate nearly any door type; including Up & Over, Sectional, Roller and Side-Hinged models using high-quality automation systems that meet the best security and safety standards.
Ready to Make Life Easier?
If you’re thinking about automating your existing garage door or installing a brand-new automatic system, talk to our friendly team today. We’ll provide expert advice, a free no-obligation quotation, and help you find the perfect solution for your home.
📞 Call us: 01924 491562
📧 Email: info@1stchoicegaragedoors.co.uk
📍 Visit us: Unit 3, The 159 Centre, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 9DQ
🕒 Showroom open: Tuesday & Wednesday, 10am – 4pm (please call ahead)
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