Absolutely! If you have a trolley garage door opener, there are two main models out there — chain drive and belt drive.

Chain-drive garage door openers often feature a chain and metal cable, but some are fully chain-driven systems. Fully chain-driven models are considered a premium, high-quality option.

Belt drive garage door openers use a metal-reinforced belt made of rubber. The benefit of belt-driven models is how quiet they are when they operate. These models are popular in homes where bedrooms or living areas are near the garage, or in garages with an apartment above.

For more information on the different types of garage door openers or to look into garage door installations, contact Maplewood Garage Door Service today.

Definitely not. In our experience, there are two models typically found in residential garages in the United States — ½ horsepower and ¾ horsepower motors.

A properly balanced garage door should not weigh very much at all. In the experience of our team, a good balance will require about eight to 10 pounds of lift. The door opener replaces the muscle required to lift the garage door.

According to our experts, a ¾ horsepower garage door opener motor can create up to 350 pounds of lift and can close with the same pressure.

If your motor could use a replacement, contact us for garage door repair.

Most hardware and big box stores have garage door openers on the shelf. While this may seem like a convenience, it is far better to speak with a professional garage door installer.

It may seem a little biased for us to tell you that, but the garage door openers available at the store are less than ideal for residential garages that are opened and closed multiple times a day.

Give us a call if you need a new garage door opener or need one repaired. We can evaluate the space and your door, and give our expert opinion on what door opener is best for your needs. You can also rely on us for top-notch garage door installations and repairs!

It is certainly possible to install your own garage door opener if you are handy. Those wishing to install the opener themselves should consider the complexity of the job before taking on the task.

A better option would be to contact us and have an expert install the opener. Our team is skilled at residential garage door installations and door opener installations. You can save yourself time, energy, and frustration when you can call a professional.

This common question highlights how important safety and security are to homeowners. Any time you are away from home or in bed for the night, you want the assurance that no one can enter your garage uninvited.

There are multiple ways you can be confident your door is secure at all times. First, contact a professional to be sure your door and opener are properly installed. Expert garage door installations are the key to ensuring your system is set up for success.

Many models of door openers have an on/off setting that can disallow remote control access to the door. This can help prevent any thieves from hacking your door with a code-guessing device.

A rudimentary method for securing your garage when you are away involves unplugging the opener when you leave for extended periods of time.

Reprogramming your garage door opener remote usually involves climbing up to the opener and reviewing the directions for reprogramming. You can also look up your make and model on the internet for easier access to the instructions. If you find yourself in need of garage door repair, contact us today!

According to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission, North American garage doors are required to have two auto-reversal systems installed. This regulation was enacted in 1993 to prevent injury due to doors closing on people.

In most cases where the door reverses seemingly for no reason, the photocell has gone out of alignment. After realigning the cells, your door should work properly again.

If you are unable to get your door to close after attempting to align the photocells, call us for garage door repair!

Some models have a battery backup system that can allow for a day or so of normal opening and closing. If not, you can manually open your door. If you find yourself in need of garage door repair, don’t hesitate to give us a call!

Yes! There are apps that can make it possible to open your garage door from anywhere. This can be essential if someone needs access to your home or you would like to have a package placed inside. To learn more about garage door openers and garage door installations, contact us today!

The price will vary based on the model of opener you decide to install. The cost of installation also varies based on the type of project.

Call us for more specifics on how much a new door or opener might cost. We can provide estimates and work with you on what you need for your project. You can also count on us for garage door installations and repairs!