Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a list of frequently asked questions about Glass Garage Doors. Should you need additional information, please contact us at: service@glassgaragedoors.com

Home Owners
Q -- Do you make custom all glass garage doors?
A -- Yes.

Q -- Are custom sizes and colors available?
A -- Yes.

Q -- Is engineering, design, and architectural assistance available?
A -- Yes.

Q -- How do I purchase a bp Glass Garage Door, and can I do so if I'm out of state?
A -- Call our Overhead Door Department toll free 1-(877) 442-1716 and you will be connected to one of our knowledgeable Customer Service Representative.

Q -- Why are bp Glass Garage Doors superior?
A -- We use bp aluminum alloy that is double the rigidity of the standard 6063 aluminum alloy (used by other door manufacturers). This allows us to install our doors without ugly stiffing struts, that can be seen through the glass (see comparison page for illustration).

Q--I have an old wood garage door that needs to be replaced, can I upgrade to a bp Glass Garage Door?
A--Absolutely. In fact, our doors are becoming increasingly popular with custom homes, modern buildings, and an array of custom remodeling projects.

Q -- Can I alter the section heights and/or panel widths on our door?
A -- Yes, consult engineering with specifics.

Q --If my door requires service, can it easily be repaired?
A--Yes. All our doors utilize universal door hardware, which means parts are readily available from any door installer, if outside our service area.

Architects

Q -- Why are bp – glass garage doors “the Architects’ choice”, and “the best glass garage door in the industry”?

A -- Our Architectural Specifications incorporate the most rigorous standards of performance and have no equal. Our doors are built to last a lifetime, as proven by our longest running case study: 55 year old doors located in the harsh salt water environment of Seal Beach, CA., that are still in operation on a daily basis.

Q -- I'm trying to locate specification information on your products. Where do I find this information?
A -- bp Glass Doors has a long-history of assisting architects with their garage door needs. Please visit the specifications section of this website to print out a copy.

Q -- I have a project that requires a specific kind of glass, can you match it?
A -- In most cases we can, please call to confirm. Our Technical Group provides assistance on special applications and custom materials.

Q -- What are the sideroom, headroom, and center post requirements for our doors?
A -- Please click here to view/download our architectural design assistance packet.

Q -- The entrance to my garage door is sloped and the header is out of square. Is there any way you can manufacture the door to fit my opening?

A -- Yes. bp Glass Garage Doors specializes in creating custom tapered doors to fit almost any opening. We can also fabricate and install custom cladding at the header and jambs to correct an out of square opening. Take a look at some examples on our picture gallery page.