FAQ
What must I know about garage door opener replacement?
You must decide about the type of opener and if you don’t care about the noise, the chain drive is the best and most inexpensive solution but you must give attention to the horsepower in order to cover the requirements of a heavier panel with a possible garage door replacement in the future. Make sure there are all the safety sensors you need and backup battery to avoid garage door opener problems with a sudden power failure.
How can I take care of extension springs on my own?
For difficult spring repair services, it would be easier to ask the assistance of professionals at Homeland Garage Doors but you can check and lubricate the springs following the instructions of the manual to the letter. Make sure to replace both extension springs together to avoid problems with the balance of the door and don’t forget that garage door spring replacement must take place before it is too late.
What do I need to look out for during garage door replacement?
If your budget is limited, stick with aluminum garage doors because they don’t cost much, need minimum service, can be well insulated and are very resistant. Wood garage doors are perfect in appearance but they will cost more in purchase and maintenance. If you are spending time in the garage, install garage door windows or glass doors and check whether the extension springs can support the weight of the new panel or they would need replacement.
What are the most common problems with garage door clickers?
It is obvious that any garage door remote would need battery replacement. Keep some in the car to avoid a lockout. The inner circuit must be cleaned but you must be careful because these parts of the remote are sensitive. The communication of the garage door remote control with the opener may fail during a power-cut and you would need to reprogram it. It is easy and usually done by pressing a button on the opener.
Why does my garage door move in a peculiar way?
If your garage doors move in a slower pace or do not close evenly on both sides, you should try operating them manually. If the problems disappear, you should check the extension springs. Possible damages obstruct their efficient work and flexibility. If the problems are still there, check for garage door track distortions that would keep the rollers from moving properly. At extreme cases, you would need garage door opener repair.
What must I know before I paint my garage doors?
Make sure the whole procedure takes place during the summer or spring when the weather is nice and your efforts won’t be destroyed by sudden fierce winds. Wood garage doors are particular and need extra protection with special coatings. Keep garage door tracks covered to avoid dropping painting and obstruct the movement of the rollers. Steel garage doors erode easily. Make sure you scrub them well before you paint them.
What are the pros and cons of metal garage doors?
Aluminum garage doors come out in diverse styles but they cannot be painted. They are the most inexpensive solution and today they are insulated greatly. They are resistant and never erode. Steel garage doors are a bit heavier and they can be painted in any color you want. In fact, they must be repainted every few years to avoid erosion. They are very strong but the material is not so resistant to elements.
What are the potentials of contemporary openers?
Modern openers offer many automatic operations simultaneously. When your garage door is activated, the light sensors bring light in the garage and the reverse mechanism would stop the door from coming down to anyone. Sensors also detect smoke and carbon monoxide and if you consider remotes old history, consider timers, which are set to close the door behind you and openers that can be handled through your computer. The backup battery system will save you when the power is out.
