Garage door openers...

Mongo

Mongo

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Mine took the fatal dump yesteday. Had to pry out a window to get into my garage at lunch time today. (yes, there is an door too... can't find the key, and heavy stuff is piled up against it anyways)

So, rather than call the same idiot that came last time it wouldn't work... who told me there was NOTHING wrong with it, I have decided to buy a new one. You know the saying... if it happens once, coincidence. Twice, enemy action. I'm not gonna let this dang thing inconvenience me a third time.

I need your opinions and recommendations for a decent automatic gargage door opener. Brands, types, etc.

Thank you in advance for your answers,
Mongo
 
Hi Mongo -

Sears makes a good belt-driven model. I like the belt drive units - less mess and a lot quieter.

The inevitable trade-off is that they are more expensive than a chain drive.

I also like Chamberlain, they make a decent unit. I have one in my side garage (belt drive) and it works great and is very quiet.

Raynor also makes a good unit - I have an 18 year old Raynor and it is still going strong - but I do keep the chain and bearings lubed and clean etc. Maintenance is key.

best regards -

mqqn
 
Liftmaster is another good brand to consider. My opinion is that a belt driven model is worth the extra money. MUCH quieter.

Jeff
 
if you have a really light garage door, get a 1/2 HP opener.
if it's not a really lightweight job, get a 3/4HP.
 
Check the tracks and the "counter load" springs with luck you should only have to replace the track and the motor. If you stick with the same brand you should be able to reuse the sensors (less wiring). I've done them in about an hour with no interruptions but definitely plan your work. Belts are a lot quieter than chains I don't know if they are still making the screw drive ones or not. I've done 1 Genie and 1 Home Depot house brand both have been running flawless after 3 years.
The keypad open from the out side is a nice option/upgrade too.
 
The Genie Screw drive is the best I have ever worked with. I have fixed a bunch of door openers but never been called to fix a genie that was installed right. The screw is quieter than the chain drive and the intellicode stuff they use is way smarter than your next door neighbors Sears unit. I had several clients in a developement here, all the same lookin house, same openers installed by the same company. The installer only knew 2 codes, people were always coming home and the door would be open, or it would mysteriously open them close randomely. Intellicode stopped that.
 
I agree with "Six Footer", concerning the screw drive Genie. Every five years or so, smear a couple of ounces of "lubriplate" on the screw, and forget it until the next service at five years more. Do NOT put regular grease as a lubricant for the screw, as grease attracts and holds dirt, and will soon build up. Lubriplate is a superior lubricant that does not attract or hold dirt, lasts almost forever. I'm sure the newer electronics and remotes are even better than the 20 plus year old models I and my family owns, all with great satisfaction.
 
SIXFOOTER said:
The Genie Screw drive is the best I have ever worked with. I have fixed a bunch of door openers but never been called to fix a genie that was installed right. The screw is quieter than the chain drive and the intellicode stuff they use is way smarter than your next door neighbors Sears unit.
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+1 on all that! :thumbup:

I have installed 6 of them in the past year,no issues at all.
I put 2 in my garages as well,
(replaced old liftmaster units)
The screw drives are really quiet.
Easy to install
you must use their door sensors,so dont leave your old
ones figuring they are still good. ;)
 
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