Automatic Garage Door Opener: Activate! Imagine not having to put the car in Park, unbuckling your seatbelt, and walking out into the cold/heat/rain/snow to open your garage door? Imagine that, at the touch of a button, your garage door will begin to open, smoothly and quietly, while the lights go on inside to guide you confidently into homeport. And then, once inside, your garage door will then close securely to seal you in safely and seal out the weather and the elements. If you’re garage door is not set up to open automatically, and you’re thinking about taking on this job yourself, here’s some things to know. Power Up Installing a motorized garage door opener may or may not be the easy weekend project some homeowners may imagine it to be. As long as the garage door itself is in good working order, and the associated mechanical systems (the door tracks, locks, etc.) are reliable, the job of installing a garage door opener may go smoothly for a do-it-yourselfer. But a garage door requires electrical power to run, so you may need a professional installer (at least, a professional electrician) to get the job done safely and effectively. Three ways to go. The type of garage door opener you choose will affect the price you pay to go automatic. There are three basic types of garage door openers that are commonly available: screw-driven, chain-driven, and belt-driven openers. What is a screw-drive garage door opener? This type of garage door opener motor uses a screw shaft to turn a gear that opens the door. Because the screw mechanism has little free movement as it operates, the garage door rises and falls with extreme smoothness. They are also much quieter, especially after years of use and need no adjustments because of wear and tear. Is this important to you? If so, then maybe a screw-drive garage door opener is for you! What is a chain-drive garage door opener? A chain-drive garage door opener uses a chain to transfer motion from the garage door opener motor to the gears that roll the garage door open and closed. Chain-drive garage door openers are durable, reliable, and robust. But they do make some noise when they operate. Is reliable and effective operation a priority for you when considering a garage door opener? Then a chain-drive system is worth a look. What is a belt-drive garage door opener? A belt-drive garage door opener operates much like a chain-drive opener in that the motor transfers motion by using a belt to power the mechanical door opening system. Belt-driven openers are preferable to chain-driven openers in that they run more smoothly and quietly than a chain. For residential installations, or where a garage sits below an occupied space, a belt drive is the most common type of garage door opener chosen. Go professional. On Track Garage Doors has more than 35 years of experience with installation and repairs of residential and commercial garage doors in Rockland County and surrounding areas. We service all of Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, and Dutchess counties for your garage door needs; from broken springs, pulleys, and cables, as well as service and repair for your electric motor. Our trucks are equipped with all necessary repair parts, so we are able to take care of all your repair needs in one trip! On Track Garage Doors has a mission is to cater to each and every customer with individual attention, and focus on their particular garage door needs while providing the best prices in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Duchess counties! Whether you are looking for a new garage door, or a repair on an existing garage door, On Track is the company to call!
