What is headroom and what is the minimum for a sectional door?
Headroom is the distance from the top of your door to the lowest point of the ceiling or any obstruction such as a garage door opener rail, pipes, lighting, shelving or ductwork. The amount that is needed depends on what type of spring system that your new door will have. Torsion springs require 12″. These amounts are for door operation only. If you are installing a garage door opener, an additional 3″ of headroom is required. Low headroom kits are available for tight installations. Other special track applications include vertical and high lift track, for use in situations where the ceiling is unusually high. Our sales staff will determine the exact dimensions of your garage to ensure a proper fit.
