You can hear the distress voice of every homeowner when they discover, “my garage door opener is broken or isn’t working!”.
Garage door openers are one of the home inventions that make our life a lot easier. Imagine having to get out of the car amid the bad weather, pouring rain or freezing sub zero temperature to pull it up and down!
This invention has come a long way. When it is time for you to replace your old one, you might be in the market for the latest and newly improved models now available. We will go over the basics function and what other new technology is available in the market today.
There are a few criteria to consider depending on your needs. The location of the garage door. Is it near your bedroom? You might prefer one with ultra quiet operation. You might also like one with an ultra bright light for added security.
There are 2 major types: Belt drive and Chain drive.
- BELT DRIVE uses a steel-reinforced rubber belt. It is ideal for garages next to bedroom as it is ultra quiet.
- CHAIN DRIVE is like a bicycle chain around your opener. It is more durable and friendly on your wallet.
You will also consider the horse power. The higher the power the faster it opens and close. There are a few upgrade options you can find in a new garage openers at Sutherlands.
As you know, when the power goes out, most openers will stop working. If this is your major concern, there are garage doors with a back up battery coming to the rescue.
“Did I close the garage door??? ” “I hope the kids close the garage!”
How many times have you said that when you left the house? This is when a Wifi function has its advantage. You never have to second guess if your home is secure. You have conveniences of monitoring in real time from anywhere you go. You can view when people are coming and going. It is so convenient to set up home delivery, letting in dog sitters, or you can set temporary access code for your guests. The control is within the palm of your hand.
Photo: Chamberlain
Wall mount (available at select stores) is ideal for structure that need more space for the ceiling. It is designed to free up ceiling space for extra storage, light fixtures, ceiling fans and more!
Stop by your local Sutherlands and we are eager to help you choose the right opener for you. Be sure to check out our parts and accessories for any of your garage door needs.
