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Choosing a Right Garage Door Opener

Posted on January 7, 2022January 7, 2022

When it concerns choosing a good garage door opener, there may be more things to consider than you would think. Recent models of garage door openers range in price, style, material, and compatibility. It is extremely important to understand some of the basic points about installing and repairing a garage door opener safely.

There are three types of garage door openers. The chain drive mechanism, screw-driven, and belt-driven mechanism are included. The chain-driven system is famous that is mainly used because they tend to be the cheapest. As its name suggested, a chain is responsible for the operations of the garage door. These openers can cost around $150. Screw-driven openers are costly and use the mechanism that runs the garage door using a threaded steel rod or metal tracks, normally, these are not the noisy systems as chain-driven openers. They do not need frequent maintenance services due to the small parts involved in the manufacturing. These units can cost around $250. Finally, a garage door opener with a belt-driven system is the most costly option. They use a rubber belt to open or close the garage door. The system normally costs $400 or more. They are the quietest openers but they are complicated to install. They should be installed by professionals.

Garage door openers come with safety features that should be considered. Often the main security function is an infrared beam that will stop the garage door from closing if something is on its way. Some openers even have installed with rolling code technology that changes the passcode each time when a garage door is opened and closed to prevent signals from being crossed with your neighbors and to avoid unwanted interruption from getting access to your signals.

Some models of garage door openers come with remote control to operate the garage door. Some models have a battery backup system in the case of power breakage. Many come with a wall mounting keypad that can be attached inside the garage so that you can open and close the garage door manually. It will be beneficial if are going for walk and don’t want to carry keys and remote with you. Upon returning home, just punch the code to open the garage door for you.

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It is important to look for a garage door opener that fits your needs and budget. Depending on where your garage is situated, the noise level should be a considerable point. If your bedroom is located near or above the garage, then the sound level should be considered as a major factor. Genie and Liftmaster are the famous garage door openers that have good reviews but they are expensive ones. However, the most costly models do not necessarily mean that they are efficient. They probably have more features and safety accessories that may be required by everyone. Consider what option is good for you and make a decision based on your budget and requirements.

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