Opening your garage doors is a breeze when you have the right automatic door opener. You can start with these 5 tips to ensure that you get the best performance from your garage door opener.
Make sure the automatic door opener is compatible with your garage door.
If your garage door is older, consider replacing it with a newer automatic opener that's compatible with the latest models.
You should also make sure that the opener is installed properly. Peter and Sons can help you get your garage door opener working properly and solve any issues you may be having with the device. We have trained professionals who can install, repair, and maintain any brand of garage door openers.
You should also check whether any obstructions are in front of or behind your garage door. This is especially important if you park cars inside your garage space as it could interfere with the opening and closing of the automatic door opener. The infrared sensors on newer models are sensitive enough to detect any obstruction.
Make sure the automatic opener is properly installed with the correct tension and spring adjustments.
You can also try to adjust the automatic opener itself. This is especially helpful if your garage door's spring is broken or it's not compatible with your garage door opener. First, make sure that the automatic opener is properly installed with the correct tension and spring adjustments.
If you reset the manual release lever, but it still won't open, there may be something wrong with your safety sensors which are mounted on either side of each section of your garage door at floor level.
They detect when something is in front of them and stop it from closing down on people or pets who move into their path. If these fail, they need replacing as soon as possible because they could cause serious injury if they don't function as they're supposed to.
Consider new generation garage openers with LED lighting, battery backup, auto-reverse feature, and alert system.
These days, it's easy to find new-generation garage door openers that come with a wide range of features. They can be easily operated by remote control devices, and if your home has an alert system, you can also operate it through the smartphone app.
These devices are equipped with LED lights that are brighter and last longer than traditional bulbs, battery backup systems that keep your opener working during power outages, an auto-reverse feature to prevent accidents from closing on people or objects as well as an alert system that warns you if your garage door is not closed properly.
Many garage door openers are designed to be compatible with smart home systems, allowing you to control them through voice commands and mobile apps. If you want your new opener to be compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Homekit, ensure it is equipped with the proper technology.
Use a remote control with a dual-frequency radio transmitter function.
If you want to be sure that your garage door will stay secure and out of the reach of hackers, opt for a remote control with rolling code technology.
Rolling code technology is an encryption system that changes the code each time you press the remote button. This makes it harder for unauthorized people to hack into your garage door opener by inputting codes manually or through software programs like emulators. In fact, many experts believe that rolling code technology is more secure than fixed code technology because it's more difficult for hackers to intercept signals from an RFID-enabled smart device over long distances.
Conclusion
We hope these tips help you get your garage door open quickly. Peter and Sons Construction is a trusted garage door company in the greater Chicago area specializing in garage door installation, repair, and maintenance. If you're having trouble with your garage door opener, contact us today for professional help.
