Guide to Choosing the Best Garage Door Opener
The installation of a garage door opener is relatively easy and hiring an experienced professional can be expensive.
Almost all residential garages these days also have automatic garage door openers, so much so that pulling into a garage without having to exit the car is considered commonplace. Finding the perfect garage door opener, however, makes it a household necessity.
While this convenience is something most homeowners desire, cost is understandably at the forefront of most people’s minds. There are different types of garage door openers, each with a different price point.
Remember, though, that there are other factors to consider besides cost when deciding which type of garage door opener to invest in. Doing some research to choose the most functional model, not just the one that is the least expensive, is crucial. Cutting costs is not worth it if the garage door opener doesn’t meet the homeowner’s needs!
Chain-driven openers
Despite being the oldest garage door opener type, chain-driven models remain a popular choice. With this type, the garage door is pulled open with a chain, which causes them to be the most affordable but also the nosiest. Because of this, this model may not be suitable for homes with a garage under or adjacent to a bedroom or home office.
Some people, however, appreciate that the noise alerts them that someone is entering the house via the garage. Also, if cost is the most important deciding factor, a chain-driven model does the job for the best price.
Belt-driven openers
This type of garage door opener is identical to a chain-driven model, except that it operates with a rubber belt. If minimal noise is the most important factor, this model is the best option. Do consider, though, that while this is the fastest type of opener, a belt-driven model is best for lighter-weight garage doors.
Because they are the quietest opener, they are often the most preferred model for residential use. However, belt-driven openers tend to be the most expensive, which gives chain-driven models the edge when it comes to being the most popular.
Screw-driven openers
Screw-driven openers are the happy medium for garage door openers. They fall somewhere in between the chain-driven and belt-driven models when it comes to noise and cost. The screw-driven opener works with a simple threaded rod. The threaded rod is what the lifting mechanism travels along. Whenever the opener’s motor is engaged, the rod turns, which opens and closes the door.
A screw-driven opener is an excellent option for wider, heavier doors, much like the chain-driven models. While they have never been praised for their blinding speed, screw-driven models tend to require very little maintenance. By a small margin, they are probably the easiest to install if hiring a professional isn’t in the cards.
Installing garage door openers
The installation of a garage door opener is relatively easy and hiring an experienced professional can be expensive. However, installation takes some time and requires both carpentry and electrical skills, things that not everyone can do. Hiring a professional ensures quick and quality installation. What you save in money through self-installation may be lost in time and errors, so hiring a professional to install the garage door is often worth the money.
Whether it be a first-time installation or simply time to upgrade an older garage door opener, a professional can help in the decision-making process and provide expert installation. We offer a dependable selection of garage door openers to choose from, and we have competitive and affordable installation rates, as well as same-day service availability. Contact us, and we can set up a garage door opener that functions excellently and enhances the appearance and value of the home.
Quality Overhead Door, Inc. is a full-service garage door installation and repair company for both residential and commercial customers in the GIlbert area 480-838-8850.
