If your garage door has been banged up over the years, now's the time for a replacement. You might think that you'd be better off waiting until spring, but that's not the case. There are actually quite a few reasons to have your garage door replaced during the winter. One reason is to make sure that you don't get stuck outside in the cold. Unfortunately, that can happen if your current garage door breaks down during the winter. However, there are other reasons why winter is the perfect time to replace your old garage door. Here are four of those reasons. 

Make Your Home More Secure 

If you're like most people, you do a lot of extra shopping during the winter months, especially right around the holidays. Unfortunately, most burglars know that. In fact, studies show that residential burglaries tend to go up during the holidays. That's why it's so important that you take steps to secure your home during the winter. If your garage door is damaged, it might not close as tight as you'd like it to, which means your home is at an increased risk for break-ins. To make sure your home is safe and secure, be sure to install a new garage door this winter. 

Reduce Winter Energy Loss

If you've noticed a decrease in energy efficiency over the past few winters, even though you've taken steps inside the house to solve the problem, it's time to take a closer look at your garage door. If your garage door isn't insulated, or if it's damaged, your home will lose out on energy efficiency. That's because the cold air inside your garage will flow right into your home. To save yourself from another winter with elevated heating bills, take the time to replace your garage door. 

Create More Workshop Space

If you run out of space during the holidays, but your garage is just too cold to use, now's the time to invest in a new garage door. When you install a new insulated garage door, you'll be able to utilize the garage space to your advantage. In fact, with a warmer garage, you'll be able to use the space as a holiday workshop. That means you'll be able to put the gifts together without worrying about prying eyes. 

Ensure Quicker Installation

Finally, if you need to have a new garage door installed, but you have a tight schedule, winter is the perfect time to plan the project. Most homeowners schedule their home improvement projects during the spring and summer. That means you'll have an easier time finding an available contractor to install your garage door.

For more information, contact a garage door replacement service.