Of all the automated devices in the modern home, few save us as much sweat as automatic garage doors. They have save countless tired old backs from injuries occurring while lifting the heavy apparatus. However, even though they are very reliable systems, they do require some regular maintenance and repair, especially on models installed more than 10 years ago. Getting caught by a sudden failure of a garage door mechanism can be very inconvenient, because then to open the door to release the car, the lifting drive must be detached from the door to enable manual lifting…. not an easy process with modern automatic garage doors. Since even small electric motors of a couple of horsepower can lift 500 pounds without strain, the effort required by even a young and able bodied person to get the initial lift on heavier garage doors is considerable. So rather than revert back to backbreaking methods of the old days, most homeowners opt for seeking a garage door repair service. There are often many local businesses offering this service. Finding a local garage door restore technician is often as simple as checking your local phone book, or Goggling “garage door repair (insert your zip code here)”.
If your automatic garage door was installed less than 5 years ago, try calling the manufacturer to see if a repair or replacement warranty is included, as some electric motors come with limited warranties up to 5 years. However, since most homes are older than that, the more likely option is that you will require a local garage door professional. Service times can be very quick, unless the electric motor needs rebuilding or shipment of a hard to find part.
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April 24th, 2012


