Recent content by PaddyR

I was initially going with two 12x10 doors but had a couple farmer friends that recently build shops tell me to go with one door. This will allow me to put the hoist in on an angle and overall more versatile. Cost wise the big door and one opener will be the same or less than two. I'll lose...

Hey Thanks Koditten, I've heard that most heat loss is due to improper fit and seal.

Yep much lighter, aluminum frame. Poly panels available clear or tinted. Kicker is they only have about an R3 value. Trying to decide if the southern exposure heat gain will compensate for the heat loss.

Hi, I'm new to the Board, but must admit I've been lurking for some time. I recently posted and introduced myself. I'm located in South Western Ontario Canada about midway between Toronto and Detroit. Live on a few acres and in the process of building (waiting for the permit) a 40x48x12 shop...

Welcome from Ontario Canada

Here is where the shop is going, the overhead door will have a southern exposure. Also pic of my shop truck I just finished. I'll submit under general discussion but wondered if anyone had an opinion on a polycarbonate overhead door, considering my location. Winters are 25F to 35F normally in...

Thanks to all that have welcomed me. I've found a ton of useful information on this site. Hopefully I can repay the favour. All the Best PaddyR

Just wanted to say hi and introduce myself. I'm just north of London Ontario, that's midway between Detroit and Toronto about 2 hours either way. I've been national sales manager for a manufacturing company for a number of years and in the process of slowing the crazy train down. I'm still in...