May 25, 2018

The Top 10 Most Popular Garage Door Opener Questions

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When looking to purchase the perfect garage door opener, you likely have a lot of questions. Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Here are a list of the top 10 most popular garage door opener questions, along with some short answers to get you started. While you may still have additional questions, this is a great place to start.

How many different types of garage door openers exist on the market today?

There are two distinct types of garage door openers that operate with a trolley. These models consist of the belt drive and the chain drive. With a belt drive, you can rest assured that it comes with a metal-reinforced belt, which makes the garage door open quietly and swiftly.

The chain models are a combination of a full chain or a chain alongside a metal belt. Most of the time, the chain-only models are of the higher quality.

What are the different motor sizes available?

There are currently two different motor possibilities on the market. You can opt for a ½ or a ¾ horsepower motor.

If you are invested in a European door opener, you may see that they output 500‑700 newtons of power. This unit can be converted to ½ or a ¾ horsepower.

PLEASE NOTE: Your garage door, when properly balanced, should weigh between 8 and 10 pounds (3.5‑4.5 kilos). Your electric door opener acts with as much strength as a human, and should be able to push up a 350 lb. door – and push it back down, too.

Where should I buy the best garage door opener?

If you try and shop for a good quality door opener at a hardware or big-box store, you might only find the kind with the trolley that pulls a three-piece door. If you don’t use your garage door that often, you can opt for this option. However, if you’re going to be using your garage door regularly, you need an opener with a single-trolley mechanism. It should work all in one piece and it will last a lot longer.

If you contact a garage door specialist, you will be able to learn more about the types of door openers there are. In fact, you can trust a specialist to be able to recommend the exact right type of garage door opener that best suits your needs. You can take a look at the “professional” series of openers, which is what specialists recommend because they are equipped with all of the tools and components you need to safely open and close your door.

Can a garage door opener be installed by myself?

If you know a little bit about garage door openers, and you consider yourself a handyperson, then yes, you can install it yourself. It shouldn’t be too tricky to do. However, it might be easier to put your trust in a specialized garage door technician, who will be able to install it for you hassle‑free. That way, you won’t have to worry about the safety mechanisms or the automatic features that need to be installed.

Is my garage door stable and locked down when I leave for a vacation?

This depends on the type of garage door opener you have. Some of them have an inside control panel that allows you to block out any attempted remote control use on your door. You can still open it from the control panel itself when you’re ready.

However, the safest method to ensuring that nobody will open your door when you leave is to unplug the door opener entirely. This is 100% effective – you’ll just have to reprogram it once you plug it back in. However, that just takes a couple of minutes.

How do I reprogram my remote control in the event of a power outage?

You can easily reprogram your garage door opener based on the model that you have. You can use a stepladder to look at the opener housing on top of your garage, and you should see the proper instructions there.

My garage door goes down two feet, and then reverses- why does this happen?

Garage doors sold and installed in North America after the year Since 1993 are equipped with two different types of automatic reversal systems, which are mechanical and photocell-based. This is what keeps you and your family safe from being crushed or hit by the door. The photocell system, which are sensors positioned about 4″ away from the ground, cause the door to lift if any motion or obstacle is sensed. This also can happen when the beam is misaligned.

Can I get backup batteries for my garage door opener?

Yes, there are several types of openers that come with backup batteries in the event of an emergency. For example, the LiftMaster 8550W door opener has a backup battery that works for about 20 hours of solid operation before you need another power source.

What is MyQTM?

This is a popular Internet apps that makes it easy for you to access your remote control garage door opener on the go, from your smartphone or mobile device. You simply need a WiFi connection and to install the MyQ app on your phone or laptop. You can open and close your garage door from anywhere in the world using this app!

How much does it cost to purchase a garage door opener?

The cost of your garage door opener widely depends on the model. The most professional type of garage door opener with an ½ HP, belt‑drive can cost between $350 and $400, and you must consider that installation costs around $100 as well.

Do you have any further questions that aren’t addressed above?

Our professionals can help answer any and all questions you may have. You can contact us at any time by calling 1-866-573-3667. We guarantee that our work will be done correctly, and we pride ourselves on great customer service. You can ask for an online quotation at any time, and our staff members will be happy to get you started.

Come and see us in person! Visit our showroom to see the latest models and builds. You can use our Design Centre online to choose the door you think will look best with your home. Check out what our past customers have made by browsing through our image gallery.

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