--- title: Low-Headroom Sectional and Rolling Doors for Tight Spaces description: Quick guide for low headroom sectional panel garage doors and low clearance roll-down gates, roll-up coiling overhead doors. --- [Loading Dock, Inc. Blog ](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog) # [Low-Headroom Sectional and Rolling Doors for Tight Spaces](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-doors-for-low-headroom-sectional-and-rolling-overhead-doors-for-tight-spaces-nj-nyc) Written by [Overhead Door Expert](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/author/overhead-door-expert) | September 08, 2021 In NJ and New York City, space is a premium.  There are really 3 different ways to do an overhead door or [rolling door with low headroom](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/rolling-service-doors-rollup-doors) (also known as [low clearance garage door](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-doors-for-low-headroom-sectional-and-rolling-overhead-doors-for-tight-spaces-nj-nyc) or low profile garage door). Below you will find a quick guide with a comparison chart at the end for those looking for a [low headroom sectional and rolling overhead door](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-doors-for-low-headroom-sectional-and-rolling-overhead-doors-for-tight-spaces-nj-nyc) for tight spaces:   ## Three Ways to Install an Overhead Door or a Rolling Door With Low Headroom: ## 1. Install a [Rytec Spiral® LH® High-Performance Rolling Door](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-speed-doors-for-your-building-nyc-nj) (for Low Clearance Garage Doors) - [Rytec Spiral® LH® High-Performance Rolling Doors](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) are appropriate for high-traffic situations while meeting the low headroom/low clearance requirements of [parking garages](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) and other commercial structures.   - The low lintel design only needs 11 inches of clearance at headroom.   - The motor is compact with variable speeds allowing up to 60 inches per second.  It has soft acceleration and deceleration for smooth starts and stops.   [Rytec Spiral® LH® Ideal for Low Clearance Garage Doors](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytecs-spiral-roll-up-doors-high-performance-high-speed-doors) [Rytec Spiral® LH® Ideal for Low Clearance Garage Doors](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) Video: [Rytec Spiral® LH®](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) Click here to learn more about [Rytec's Spiral® High-Speed, High-Performance Parking Garage Doors](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytecs-spiral-roll-up-doors-high-performance-high-speed-doors) ## 2.  Install a [Sectional Garage Door with Low Headroom](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/insulated-and-non-insulated-sectional-steel-roll-up-doors-nj-nyc) Torsion Springs in Front - Track is applicable for building applications where headroom is limited and standard track will not work.   - Springs are mounted at the front of the horizontal track. - Trolley motor operator or push up operation required, not applicable for jackshaft type operators. [Sectional Overhead Door with Low Headroom Torsion Springs in Front](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/insulated-and-non-insulated-sectional-steel-roll-up-doors-nj-nyc) ## 3.  [Sectional Garage Door with Low Headroom](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/insulated-and-non-insulated-sectional-steel-roll-up-doors-nj-nyc) Torsion Springs in Rear / Low Clearance Garage Door - Track is applicable for building applications where headroom is severely limited. - Springs are mounted at the rear of the horizontal track. - Trolley motor operator or push up operation required, not applicable for jackshaft type operators. - This is not recommended for medium to high usage and cycle environments. [Sectional Overhead Door with Low Headroom Torsion Springs in the Back](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/insulated-and-non-insulated-sectional-steel-roll-up-doors-nj-nyc) [Sectional Overhead Door with Low Headroom](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/insulated-and-non-insulated-sectional-steel-roll-up-doors-nj-nyc) Torsion Springs in the Back ** Cost Comparison Chart ** The below chart will help you understand the best product for your unique building. #1 - [Rytec Spiral® LH® (Low Headroom)](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) #2 - Sectional Door with Low Headroom (torsion spring in front) #2 - Sectional Door with Low Headroom (torsion spring in in rear)   |   | **[Rytec Spiral® LH®](https://www.loadingdock.com/blog/rytec-high-performance-parking-garage-doors-high-speed-doors-nyc-nj) Low Headroom** | **Sectional Door w/Torsion Springs in Front** | **Sectional Door w/Torsion Springs in Rear** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | **Acquisition Cost** | $$$$$ | $$ | $$ | | **Cost of Ownership During Operation** | $ | $$$ | $$$$$$ | | **Warranty** | 5yr Mechanical 2yr Electrical , 2yr Door Panels | 1yr Warranty, but No Warranty Over 10 Cycles a Day | 1yr Warranty, but No Warranty Over 10 Cycles a Day | | **Cycle Life** | 1M+ | <20K | <10K | | **Emergency Egress Release** | Standard | Not Available | Not Available | | **Long-Term ROI for High-Cycle Applications** | | | No Stars |   To learn more about other options, [check out our product catalog](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-doors-catalog) and choose the right [commercial door](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-roll-up-doors) and [loading dock equipment for your facility in NYC or NJ area](https://www.loadingdock.com/loading-dock-equipment). Spend some time looking at the[ sectional doors](https://www.overhead-doors.com/commercial-doors/sectional-steel-doors), [rolling steel doors](https://www.loadingdock.com/commercial-doors/rolling-service-doors-rollup-doors), other [industrial doors](https://www.overhead-doors.com/commercial-doors/high-speed-doors) and the accessories like [commercial operators](https://www.overhead-doors.com/commercial-operators) that you can find at [Loading Dock, Inc](https://www.loadingdock.com/). You will appreciate not only our amazing selection but also the level of customer service and care you receive from our team of overhead door experts. 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