Do You Need a Garage Door Exhaust Port?

Garage door ports provide an open pass-through in a garage door so that the exhaust from vehicles can be sent through a hose and transferred outside, away from the building. Using a garage door port prevents kinking in the exhaust hose, reduces the loss of tempered air in the shop, and can extend exhaust hose life!

Exhaust hoses typically kink if they are handled roughly near fittings, when they have exceeded their bend radius, or when a hose is worn out — all of these problems can result in tears, bursts, and ultimately exhaust hose failure. When a garage exhaust hose tears, it creates a space for ambient and contaminated air to make its way into the work environment. When an exhaust hose bursts, it can cause bodily injury and slow or stop production.

If you are working in a repair or maintenance facility where an exhaust hose is passed through a garage to effectively extract vehicle emissions away from the work area, you'll benefit from a door exhaust port.

Temperature regulation is another significant advantage of garage door exhaust ports. For garages and shops located in colder climates, being able to retain heat during the winter months is crucial. Garage door exhaust ports minimize the loss of tempered air to help establish a comfortable workspace. Because these door ports prevent heating systems from having to work harder to achieve more heat, they can help lower energy usage and costs.

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The type of garage exhaust door port you need will be based on the door hole opening size and hose you use in your specific application. While there are a variety of garage exhaust hoses, it's recommended to use crushproof — they are cost-efficient, durable, an offer maximum flexibility.

A crushproof exhaust hose is designed to retain its shape after being stepped on or run over, even by heavy-duty vehicles. It's adaptable allowing it to be modified for dual exhaust systems and it's suitable for handling high-temperature applications.

Garage door exhaust ports are available in rubber and aluminum. Sizing information including garage door hole size and compatable hose sizes can be found here. To learn more about our garage door ports and exhaust hoses, get in touch with our specialists.

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