Garage Door Opener Repair & Installation
Garage Door Opener Repair & Installation
The garage door is an important part of your home, it maybe more widely used than the front door. In many cases, homeowners like you probably rarely enter through your front door and instead use the garage door to gain access to your home. Thus, the safety and security of your family and possessions rely on fully-functioning garage door openers.
A garage door opener is an essential part of the garage door. If this part fails to work, you will not be able to open or close your garage door correctly. Hence, you should make sure it receives proper care and maintenance.
Our company works with the LiftMaster brand so you can rest assured that your garage door opener will be of high quality. For any garage door related concerns, do not hesitate to contact us. We will be more than glad to be at your service.
What is a Garage Door Opener?
A garage door opener is a motor that assists you with opening and closing your garage door seamlessly.
There are numerous openers available in the market but the standard ones share some common components. Some of the main components of the garage door are the keypad and the remote which are responsible for controlling the lifting of the door. Another feature that could be added to your opener is a security light in your garage that activates when the system is working and automatically turns off after a set period of time. Standard garage door openers also feature a rail segment and a manual release. The latter enables the property owner to lower or raise the door manually.
Aside from those features, some garage door openers also offer a miniature keychain remote that can fit in your pocket. Other openers can be connected to a home automation system so you can control it remotely. You can also find openers with built-in Wi-Fi that is compatible with your smartphone. The garage door openers components vary depending on the model. So don’t forget to check the product information before the installation, to make sure that the features fit your needs and preferences.
A garage door opener usually works well, but if it malfunctions, it is a safety concern. Depending on the problem, it may need to be repaired or replaced.
Repairing Garage Door Openers
If the opener is not working, many times, homeowners resort to troubleshooting measures first to find out what the problem is. This attempt may or may not work. Garage door openers have both mechanical and electrical parts that are equally important for their proper functioning. It is advised to call a team of experienced technicians who are trained and highly skilled in this field.
Good service technicians will efficiently repair your garage door openers. They will also give you expert advice on its maintenance and operation. Aside from fixing the problem, they also give homeowners troubleshooting suggestions just in case they think that the problem is simple enough and can be fixed by the owner. Express Garage Door Repair has over 10 years of industry experience and a solid reputation to provide expert assistance for your opener-related issues.
Types of Garage Door Openers
Chain-Driven Garage Door Opener
With this opener, a robust metal chain will drive a trolley which lowers and elevates the door. Among the different types of openers, this one is the most affordable, making it a common choice among numerous homeowners. The moving chains of the opener make a loud noise when operating, therefore, property owners may need to endure the noise.
Belt-Driven Garage Door Opener
Unlike the chain-driven opener, the belt-driven opener enables a quiet and smooth operation. With its features, it is a good choice for any type of property. This opener uses a rubber belt to slide the trolley when the garage door closes or opens. Furthermore, this type of opener has less moving parts thus, it needs less maintenance compared to chain-driven openers.
Wall Mount Garage Door Opener
These openers are also called Jackshaft garage door openers. These openers are mounted to one of the sides of the door, instead of having the track running overhead. Wall mount openers are usually used in commercial garages and residential high lift garage doors.
Common Garage Door Opener Problems
Sensors aren’t working correctly – If your garage door closes then instantly opens before it hits the ground, you might have a problem with your sensors. Try to check if the safety sensors are aligned correctly. Make sure that the light on each sensor is lit up and there is nothing between the two sensors. If there is no light at all, you might need to replace your sensors.
The remote, keypad or wall switch aren’t functioning – Sometimes, you think you have a problem with your garage door but in fact, it is the remote that stops working. You can try to replace the batteries or call a technician to repair or replace the broken component.
Garage door doesn’t close completely – This might point to a malfunction with your opener limit features or the force-setting features. You may need to adjust them on your opener.
Sensors aren’t working correctly – If your garage door closes then instantly opens before it hits the ground, you might have a problem with your sensors. Try to check if the safety sensors are aligned correctly. Make sure that the light on each sensor is lit up and there is nothing between the two sensors. If there is no light at all, you might need to replace your sensors.
The remote, keypad or wall switch aren’t functioning – Sometimes, you think you have a problem with your garage door but in fact, it is the remote that stops working. You can try to replace the batteries or call a technician to repair or replace the broken component.
Garage door doesn’t close completely – This might point to a malfunction with your opener limit features or the force-setting features. You may need to adjust them on your opener.
Brands We Work With
If you need to install a new opener, the brand that we work with is LiftMaster. We choose to work with LiftMaster because they are known for their high-quality reliable openers. When it comes to repairing an opener, our team of technicians is licensed to fix LiftMaster, Chamberlain, and Craftsman openers. All of these brands are well known for their excellent standards.
why seek professional help for your garage door repair?
If your garage door doesn’t seem to open or close or you are in need of a new opener, let our experts help you handle the issue. Our technicians have years of experience working with different garage door opener models and brands. No matter what kind of opener you have, our team can surely give you professional assistance.
In case the damage cannot be fixed, our technicians are equipped to help you install a new opener. Our team has been installing LiftMaster garage door openers for over 10 years. The brand is known for creating high-quality openers. Therefore, you can rest assure that your opener will serve you for years to come. We offer affordable garage door services and value high-quality service and installation.
