replace your garage door openerThe garage door is a modern marvel. At least, to us it is. The opener while simple can make your life easier by allowing you to open and close your garage door without having to step out of your car. Sadly, the garage door opener is not permanent. As a result, most people do not know and believe their garage door opener still works well. Replacement is the last thing on their mind. Fortunately, we can help to inform you on when to replace your garage door opener.

Time to Replace your Garage Door Opener

Your garage door probably gets frequent use. Especially, if you park your car inside your garage door every day. You might not realize it but your garage door opener might stop working at any moment. Sometimes you might get a warning sign that we’ll mention below but others will just give out.

The following list can help you decide whether your garage door opener needs to be replaced.

1. The 1993 Regulation

Before the ruling done by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. There’s was an outcry by consumers who had suffered and injury because of their garage door. As a result, the commission passed these rules.

The rules included the necessity of a garage door sensor. The sensor must detect when there is an object in the path of the operating garage door. As well as a sticker informing the consumer that they could become trapped under the garage.

All garage door openers come equipped with these options now. In effect, if your garage door was made before 1993. It’s definitely time for a replacement.

2. Loud During Operation

Older garage door openers tend to generate a lot of noise. As the noise level gets louder the opener will function slower. Until you finally have to replace. You can replace it before with brand new opener. There are many options to choose from you can find a few here. We offer installation services to replace your garage door. Give us a call and you’ll have a brand new opener before the day is over!

3. Home Security

The older the model of your garage door opener the less features it will have. This is especially true for openers built before 1993. As a result, replacing an older garage door opener can increase the security of your home. Give us a call if to replace your garage door opener with a brand new one. One with all the modern security features.

4. Backup Batteries

Newer garage door opener comes with a backup battery. If you become trapped inside your garage with a power outage. Then this is a sign that you need a new opener. New garage door openers will still open even when there is no electricity coming from an outlet. This alone can save you hours of time. Furthermore, it’s another reason to replace your garage door opener.

5. New Keypads

New garage door opener models also come equipped with an outdoor keypad. This allows you to operate your garage door without the need for the remote when you’re outside. You can easily open your garage by simply inputting your key code. If your garage doesn’t come with one it’s another reason to replace your garage door opener.

If your opener fits these descriptions call us today!

Here at Garage Door Repair Tarzana CA, we can provide you with a large selection of openers. Whatever the special needs of your garage door. We can get the exact specifications for whatever you need. Or give us a call at (818) 691-0379 for any and all of your garage door needs.