Opt for Professional Garage Door Opener Installation for Best Results
Imagine your life without an automatic garage door remote that opens and closes your door at the press of a button. How much time would you lose each year in the process of manually opening and closing your garage?
At this point, a garage door opener and remote are an expectation rather than a wishlist item. But choosing the right equipment for your garage and lifestyle requires you to consider key factors such as functionality, brand, and mechanism. Keep reading to learn how to make an informed decision when selecting and installing a garage door opener that meets your needs.
Understanding Different Types of Garage Door Openers
Your first step in choosing a garage door opener is to determine the kind of drive. Garage doors are primarily categorized as:
- Chain drive
- Belt drive
- Wall mount
Chain-drive models use a metal chain to pull or push the trolley that moves the garage door. Cost-effective and durable, this type of opener can generate a fair amount of noise. This makes it less ideal for garages directly below or adjacent to living areas, especially bedrooms. However, some people are willing to compromise on noise due to the economical cost of chain-drive models.
Belt-drive openers use a rubber belt to move the trolley that opens or closes the garage door. The rubber belt movement is significantly quieter than comparable chain options. There are two downsides of belt-drive openers: not all are suitable for opening extra large or heavy garage doors, and they often come at a slightly higher price than chain-drive models. For many homeowners, the quiet operation is worth it.
A newer innovation in garage door openers is the wall-mount version. These openers are ideal if you don’t have much overhead space in your garage. Their tracks and controls attach to the side of your garage door and move the door up and down on command. Wall-mount openers tend to cost a little more, but homeowners tend to be happy with the convenience they provide.
They also are more aesthetically pleasing than traditional operators.
Each opener comes with its own set of benefits and drawbacks, so you’ll need to think about how you use your garage in terms of accessing your home or storing belongings. Your personal preference is the ultimate determining factor. Our technicians can walk you through your options during our no-obligation consultation. Send us a message online to get started.
Key Features for Advanced Functionality
In the process of choosing the right garage door opener, beyond the basic types and models, it’s the advanced features that enhance your user experience. Kansas City homeowners get garage door opener installation with features like:
- Battery backups
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Keypad controls
- Smartphone compatibility
- Motion-detection lighting
In the event of a power outage, a battery backup built into your opening system still allows you to operate your garage door without resorting to manual methods.
Wi-Fi connectivity, paired with smartphone compatibility, allows you to control your garage door from a smartphone app, no matter where you are. You can also use the app to monitor whether your door is open or closed – or be alerted when its status changes. You’ll never be left wondering whether you remembered to close your door after you’ve left to run errands.
Additional smartphone features let you program when to automatically open and close your garage door, integrate with smart home devices like Alexa, and participate in Amazon’s In-Garage Delivery program.
Motion-detection lighting built into your opener automatically turns on the lights in your garage. This is a great safety feature that can help prevent trips and falls in the dark. This function can also deter potential intruders.
If you’re a traditionalist, you can still buy basic garage door openers with a remote or a keypad that mounts next to the door.
Purchase and Install Garage Door Openers from Quality, Reputable Brands
Tracker Door Systems carries reliable garage door opener brands, not cheap store brands from big box hardware retailers. Our technician will take a look at your garage door and talk to you about how you use it before making recommendations for brands and drive types. You can also read product reviews online and explore the specs and features of numerous brands.
We carry Guardian and Liftmaster garage door openers in a range of horsepower and features.
Both brands demonstrate a commitment to innovation and durability and functionality that our customers love.
Garage Door Opener Installation and Warranties
Although a DIY project to install an opener might sound like a cost-saving adventure, it can be a major challenge. Professional garage door opener installation from Tracker Door Systems is the smarter choice. We ensure your garage door and its new opener is both functional and safe, especially when dealing with electrical wiring and alignment.
More importantly, though, is that many garage door opener manufacturers require professional installation as a condition of their warranty. DIY attempts could void these warranties, meaning you’ll pay out of pocket to replace your operator in the event of a malfunction or failure. Tracker Door Systems also guarantees our work for one year from the date of service in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty because we care about our client satisfaction.
In the realm of home improvement, entrusting the installation of your garage door opener to a professional is a wise investment that ensures peace of mind and optimal performance. Learn more about our full spectrum of residential garage door services.
