On average we see motors last anywhere around 15 years give or take. The duty of a motor is simply to guide the door up and down. Contrary to a belief many have, it is not responsible for lifting the majority of the door weight (that would be the springs).
Often people overlook maintenance such as lubricating wheels, changing springs or repairing a bent panel with a strut. All of these things can contribute to an opener stain and expedite the longevity of the opener.
The two most common parts to go out on an opener are its computer board and motor. The cost to repair those two often come close to a full opener replacement so we usually advice to change the unit once one of those two parts goes out.
We offer a variety of motor options, from your standard overhead motor to more extravagant side mounts that tend to be more efficient for low head room. With over 15 years of experience we’ve worked with a variety of brands such as LiftMaster, Craftsman, Chamberlain and others.
We also allow our customers to buy their own motor and have us install it or purchase both the installation and parts through us. We offer a warranty on all of our installations and even a quick tutorial on all its operations once the unit is installed.
Most of our Motors offer a cell phone app as well to operate your door right from your phone. This also adds an extra layer of security with its ability to tell you whether your door is open or closed when your not at home.
If you’re looking to have your garage door opener/motor replace go to our information page and contact us now!
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