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Your garage door relies on a functioning garage door opener in order to let you in and out of your garage. Whether you need garage door opener installation or repair in Louisville, KY, Absolute Services can ensure your garage door opener is working properly. Reach out to our team by giving us a call or filling out the online form on this website.
Common Issues Requiring Garage Door Opener Repair
When you’re experiencing malfunctions with your garage door opener, the best case scenario is that you can get a professional to perform repairs and remedy the issue completely. There are some problems we encounter and repair more often than others, including:
- Keypad or Remote Problems: When your remote or keypad stop working properly, you may need reprogramming performed by a professional or the antenna fixed.
- Door Won’t Move: If your opener light is flashing but the door stays put, that can indicate blocked or misaligned safety sensors that need to be fixed
- Loose or Worn Gears or Sprockets: When this happens, you may hear grinding or notice your door failing to move. We can tighten the belt or chain and perform a thorough cleaning of the components.
- Track or Trolley Issues: The tracks and trolley of your garage door opener can be due to misalignment of the tracks or a problem with your trolley chain.
How To Tell You Need Garage Door Opener Replacement
Over time, garage door openers can begin to lose effectiveness. While repair is possible in some instances, other circumstances require garage door opener replacement to resolve the problem. Below are some helpful tips letting you know when you should contact our team at Absolute Services for assistance.
Strange Sounds
Hearing grinding, rattling, shaking, or screeching when your garage door opens or closes is a bad sign. The internal components of your garage door opener may be worn out beyond repair.
Problems Opening or Closing
You may have a failing motor if your door is having a hard time opening, won’t fully close, or takes a long time to respond. Another sign of the electronics in the opener failing are sudden, unexpected reversals or stopping midway. All of these indicate you require a new garage door opener.
Missing or Malfunctioning Safety Features
Garage door openers without functionality like rolling code security and auto-reverse puts you and your belongings at risk. You should upgrade your garage door opener to a newer model with these safety features. If your safety features have stopped working, you similarly should replace the opener as soon as possible.
Frequent Breakdowns
If your garage door opener is always needing to be reset or repaired, you likely need a new one. Investing in an updated garage door opener will end up saving you money on repair costs, which can add up quickly.
Old Age
The lifespan of a garage door opener tends to be between 10 and 15 years. Older models may lack certain features and have more trouble operating. You should consider getting yours replaced if your opener is at that age and experiencing issues.
Garage Door Opener Frequently Asked Questions
Are there weight or size limits for garage door openers?
Yes, you’ll need to pay attention to how big your garage door is and how much it weighs and make sure it matches the stipulations of your garage door opener. Openers with too-small motors can struggle to lift the door and lead to premature wear and tear
What are the different types of garage door openers?
There are multiple types of garage door openers including:
- Belt Drive Openers: Using a rubber belt, making it especially quiet.
- Chain Drive Openers: Great for heavy garage doors, and most affordable.
- Screw Drive Openers: Relies on a threaded steel rod, needing less maintenance.
Schedule Your Garage Door Opener Services
When you need garage door repair on installation in Louisville, KY, get in touch with us at Absolute Services. You can contact us by phone or online through our contact form to schedule an appointment.