With a garage being the main access point to enter many homes, it is important to choose a Garage Door Opener Scottsdale AZ the homeowners can live with. When exploring options for an opener, people may look at how easy it is to use or how safe it is. While these things are important, there are a few other points to consider when choosing a garage door opener.
Battery Operation
There are types of garage door openers that can run on any power source. This is an important consideration for areas who lose power frequently. A DC opener can give people the option to have a backup battery for their opener. These are a little more expensive than other garage door openers. If the homeowner is not concerned with the loss of power and functionality in their opener when this happens, they may choose to go with an AC opener.
Trolley Type
There are several types of trolleys available for garage door openers. The type of trolley chosen can eliminate many problems people may have. A one-piece trolley has fewer parts than some of the other trolleys. There are not many gaps where additional parts may be needed. This is a great option for a smooth pull of the garage door. It allows the door to stay on the track as it is going up and down. A three-piece trolley is another option to consider and is very durable. This type of pulley is bolted together.
Drive Operation
The drive operation helps the garage door to go up and down and can be in the form of a chain drive or a belt drive. Both of these are good options, but the chain option is a bit louder than the rubber belt option. Both of these drive operations are very durable and will work for any home’s garage door.
Power Level
The power level is important based on how heavy the garage door is. A general rule of thumb is a door weighing 200 to 300 pounds can be operated by 0.5 HP. Any door weighing more than this should have a higher HP, such as 0.75 HP.
Garage door technicians can help a person know what type of garage door opener they need for their home. They may have a showroom to showcase some different types. For more information on a Garage Door Opener in Scottsdale, AZ, contact Neighborhood Garage Door Service.
