5 Surprising Reasons You Should Replace Your Garage Door Opener

You probably don't think much about your garage door opener unless it stops working. You tend to replace it only when it's broken. Otherwise, it probably just seems like a simple tool that doesn't do much except open your garage door when you need it.

However, your garage door opener influences a lot more than that, and you may need to replace it even if it is still working. Here are five surprising reasons you may need to have a top-rated Gilbert garage door repair company replace your garage door opener:

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Reduce Noise

Older garage door openers can get the job done, but they often create a lot of noise. The motor is loud, and they don't have a smooth mechanism, so the door likely rattles.

These openers also have a chain drive or steel cable system that makes a lot of noise on opening and closing the door.

Modern garage door openers have a smoother mechanism that is much quieter. The opener has a quiet motor, and it is attached to rubber belts instead of metal, creating a quieter system overall.

You've Had Too Many Power Outages

Power outages aren't just a nuisance. They can also wreak havoc on your electronics, including your garage door opener. The power outages can drain the opener and shorten its lifespan.

Newer garage door openers have built-in protection against power surges and outages, and they come with a back-up battery so that you don't lose access to your garage when you lose power.

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Make It Smarter

So many devices are available now to make our homes "smarter." You can turn on your lights from your phone, set your thermostat from your office so that your house is warm when you arrive, or set a timer for your coffee maker so that you have a fresh pot in the morning.

You can also get a smart garage door opener that you can control from your phone, tablet, or computer. If you feel like you left the garage door open, just check your device and close the door from wherever you are.

You can also use smart garage door openers to provide access to your home when you are away, such as if a delivery arrives that you want to keep secure.

Consumer Reports notes that smart garage door openers have become one of the fastest-growing home upgrade categories, with Wi-Fi-enabled models offering real-time alerts, remote access, and integration with home security systems — features that older openers simply cannot provide.

Improve Safety

All modern garage door openers have built-in safety features that help to prevent accidents. There are the safety sensors near the bottom of the opening that tell the garage door opener not to close if there is something in the way.

There are also opening and close force settings. The garage door opener's strength is calibrated to open or close to sense if there is something preventing the door from moving in either direction. Both of these features have been a requirement in garage door openers primarily for the safety of children and all persons.

You need to have your garage door opener maintained to prevent malfunctions that can result in injury, and you need to replace it before it reaches the end of its life.

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Keep Out Intruders

Older garage door openers are easier to break into, even if they have "advanced" technology for the time they were produced. Unfortunately, robbers have developed the tools to bypass these old garage door openers, giving them an easy way into your house.

If you have an older garage door opener, you definitely need to replace it. But even if you have a newer model, you may want to check out its specs and then consider upgrading to something with more advanced security.

You don't want to give robbers any chance to get inside your home and take your belongings or harm your family.

Modern openers use rolling code technology, which generates a new access code every time the remote is used — making it virtually impossible for a code grabber to replicate your signal. Learn more about how rolling code technology protects your garage from thieves.

Your Opener Is More Than 15 Years Old

Even if your older opener still technically functions, age alone is a good reason to consider a replacement. Most garage door openers are rated for roughly 10,000 to 15,000 cycles — and in a busy household, that can add up to 10–15 years of use. As openers age, their internal components wear down, their safety features can become less reliable, and replacement parts may become harder to source.

The Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) recommends testing your opener's auto-reverse and force settings monthly and replacing the unit if it fails to meet current safety standards — even if the motor still runs.

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Garage Door Opener Replacement in Mesa, Chandler, Tempe & Gilbert

Your garage door opener plays an essential role in the health of your garage door, your home, and your family. Make sure you are keeping it in good shape with proper maintenance and timely repairs — and make sure you are replacing it on a timely schedule. Same Day Garage Door Services serves Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Queen Creek, Ahwatukee, and the entire East Valley with fast, professional opener installation and replacement.

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate, or schedule your service online. Call or text us at 480-750-7975.