Specialty Track Configurations for West Haven and North Haven, CT Homes
Want to maximize usable space in your garage in West Haven or North Haven, CT? J.A.G. & Sons Overhead Door offers specialty track configurations—including high-lift, roof-pitch, large-radius, and custom conversions—to give your door extra clearance, clean headroom, and better fit for your needs. We handle full measurement, proper hardware matching (tracks, springs, openers), and certified installations so your garage door works safely, smoothly, and looks great!
Specialty track configurations can be as unique as you want our installers to make them. Sometimes we outgrow our garage, whatever the case may be, and if we’re not willing to move houses completely, professionally altering the garage is the perfect solution to accommodate a new working, crafting, repairing, or living space.
Calling a J.A.G. & Sons Overhead Door high-lift expert is highly encouraged so your new garage door tracks, opener, springs, and panels correctly operate with your garage door. We safely configure your garage door’s components so the door opens higher and melds well with your needs.
Specialty Track Configurations Services:
High-Lift Conversions in West Haven, CT
We may suggest a high-lift spring conversion, for instance, but garage conversions can be anything you personalize, add, or upgrade so that your garage is better utilized for your hobby or needs. Consider it a garage space renovation!
Some ideas would be to raise the floor to equal the rest of your home, add insulation, or build alternative storage that enhances your living space. We can balance your garage space, so it’s more than just a stuffy storage room. Contact us to learn more!
High-Lift Tracks Near You
High-lift tracks allow the door to go closer to the ceiling, so people who want to stack cars on a lift in their garage use a high lift setup.
If you have the space and want to store your RV, a high-lift track will let you do so.
Additional Benefits of a High-Lift Garage Door Track
Aside from creating additional storage space, high-lift garage door tracks offer several other benefits for homeowners, including:
- Clearance for tall vehicles such as RVs, trucks, and SUVs
- Visual appeal due to hidden hardware when the door is open
- Customization options to match your specific needs and door size
- Versatility in garage function: Transform your space into a loft or workspace
- Improved natural lighting and ventilation
- Increased property value
- Added convenience when loading or unloading vehicles
- Reduced risk of damage for vehicles with bike racks or cargo carriers overhead
- Easy maintenance and increased garage door longevity
Roof Pitch Track Installation in North Haven, CT
Roof pitch tracks, also called follow-the-roof tracks, are available for residential and commercial buildings. This type of garage door track is a combination of high-lift and vertical-lift tracks, usually used for structures with sloped roofs. Roof pitch tracks allow the door to move up the side of the wall and follow the pitch of the roof.
For a roof pitch track to work, the ceiling of the building must be free from any obstructions, allowing the door to move freely. Jackshaft or wall-mount garage door openers are the best choice for this type of garage door track because they are installed on the wall beside the garage. Reach out to us for a consultation! We’d love to measure your garage and guide you through the options available to upgrade your garage door tracks with roof pitch track installation.
Large Radius Track Installation Near You
The track’s radius is our technical term for the curve of the track. People needing better clearance in their low headroom garage need a large radius track installation. Our garage door professionals will measure all other track components and equipment to make sure the fit is just right!
With a few more inches of clearance, you can now finally park one of the following in your garage:
- Enclosed trailer
- Boat
- Lifted truck
- SUVs
- Personal or work vans
- Vehicles with:
- rooftop cargo box
- toolbox carrier
- pop-up tent
If you’re ready for large track radius installation, contact our team!
Our Specialty Track Configurations Specialists
The key factors in your garage space must be balanced in order to optimize your overhead door. The sections of your garage that our specialty track configuration specialists expertly measure include:
- The space between your door opening and the ceiling above, known as the “headroom”
- The height of the top section of your door
- The space available on either side of your garage door, known as the “sideroom”
Talk to our specialty track configuration specialists at J.A.G. & Sons Overhead Door. We can help you find the perfect garage door track option that is right for you.
Get Inspired With Our Past Garage Conversions and Specialty Track Installations
Do you have a project in mind yet don’t have the space for it? Or are you planning on renovating your garage door with a higher, sloped archway? You can ask us about past projects, and for further inspiration from our J.A.G. & Sons specialists. Also, visit our Garage Door Installation page about constructing your next garage door. We’ll make sure your garage door is adequate for your new specialty track configuration.
Remember, this is a balancing act to select the best hardware for your door as well as the best coordinating motor. For efficient door operation, one of our J.A.G. & Sons installers will be able to help you with the selection of a proper track and garage door opener for your specific garage door.
We always fit the replacement track to your garage door, or fit your new garage door to the replacement track. Each door has a particular lift system that works with a specific track, as they go hand in hand. With our full inspection and assessment plus our expertise, we can custom fit your garage door to the specialty track of your choosing.
The difference between standard sectional doors and hangar doors is that hangar doors swing outward at a slanted or at a 90-degree angle. If you require a garage door wider than the standard sectional garage door, we will suggest our specialty track configuration service.
J.A.G. Overhead Door Service Near You!
With over 100 years of combined experience; our local, family-owned, and top-rated overhead door company is proud to offer the best garage door service near you by professionally trained and certified garage door technicians!
When Neal hired us for garage door services, he had this to say about his experience with J.A.G & Sons: “This company was very professional and efficient. It was obvious they had a lot of experience. Guys took their time and did a perfect installation, explained how to operate the units and cleaned the area when they finished. I will definitely use them again and highly recommend for your garage opener needs.”
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What is a high-lift garage door track, and do I need one in West Haven / North Haven? A high-lift track raises your garage door much closer to the ceiling before it starts opening inward. It’s especially useful if you use car lifts, have an RV, or want more overhead storage. If you have plenty of headroom, we can help you determine if a high-lift setup makes sense for your garage in West Haven or North Haven.
What’s a roof-pitch track configuration?
Roof-pitch tracks are made to follow the slope of your roof, combining vertical lift and high-lift track types. This lets you maintain clearance above the door opening when your garage ceiling slopes upward. Great for homeowners in North Haven or West Haven whose garage ceilings follow the roofline.
How does a large radius track help with low headroom garages?
Large radius tracks use a gentler curve (a larger radius) so the door section can move more smoothly over lower headroom space. If you’re constrained by ceiling height but still want full opening travel, this configuration makes a big difference.
Can I convert my existing garage door to a specialty track setup, or do I need a brand-new door?
Yes, often you can convert your current door. We’ll inspect your existing door, tracks, springs, and opener, then recommend whether upgrades or modifications will be sufficient. In cases with older/mismatched hardware, sometimes new components or a new door end up being safer / more reliable.
Will my current garage door opener work with a specialty track configuration?
Maybe, but sometimes not. Specialty tracks often change how force/load is distributed, how far the door has to travel, etc., so the opener needs adequate power and correct gearing. We evaluate your opener during our assessment and recommend replacements if needed for safety and performance.
How long does installation take for these track systems? Most installations (for high-lift, roof-pitch, or large-radius) in our service area take 1-2 days, factoring in measurement, fabrication or ordering of custom parts, and matching all components correctly. If additional structural work is needed, it may take a bit longer.
What should I consider before choosing a specialty track configuration in West Haven / North Haven?
Some key factors:
Headroom: How much space above the door opening to the ceiling.
Sideroom: Space on sides of the door for hardware.
Height of top door panels & spring system.
Roof slope / pitch if using roof-pitch track.
Load weight & opener capacity.
Future usage needs: e.g. vehicle lifts, storage, workshop space.
We can do a free assessment in your area to help you see which solution best suits your garage.