Garage Door Opener Installation Killeen TX

Are you a ‘Do It Yourself’ enthusiast? Decided to install your garage door opener yourself? While it is true that installing a garage door opener is relatively easier and a lot safer than installing a garage door, but if it is not properly installed it can pose a dangerous situation. It is very important to follow the installation instructions in the owner’smanual carefully.

Garage door openers generally fall into three categories: screw drive, chain drive and belt drive opener. It is important to know the specific functions, advantages and disadvantages for each of these openers before buying. It will help find a suitable fit for your requirement, saving you time and money.  

Tips before the installation

• Make sure that the garage door and all its parts are lubricated. It helps to remember that weight of the door is supported by the cables, pulleys and springs and not by the opener.
• Make sure your garage door is operating smoothly. If you find it is difficult to raise or lower the door during manual operation, don’t install the garage door opener until you have sorted out the issue and door has been repaired.
• Do not attempt to repair or adjust the spring, cables or pulleys yourself. If you detect any problem with the spring, it is best to call a professional immediately.
• Make sure you have removed the cords that are connected to the door.
• Deactivate the door locks to avoid any accident.

Tips during the installation

• Always set up the power unit at least 7-feet high.
• Door openers come with manual disconnect wire or cord that must be adjusted at six inches above the ground. Always make sure you have disconnected the power supply in case you are setting up permanent wiring.
• The push button for garage door opener, mounted on the wall, should be installed at the height of at least five feet above the floor. It should be out of reach of children. Children must be taught that running under a closing door is not a game and it can be very dangerous to do so.
• Install an opener reinforcement bracket on the top section of the door. If you ignore this, it can seriously damage the door.
• The photoelectric eyes should not be installed higher than six inches above the garage floor. If you install them higher, kids or pets will not be detected by the beam and the garage door will not automatically reverse. This can lead to fatal accidents.

Tips after installation

• Remote controls for the garage door openers should be kept out of reach of children.
• It is important to check all the safety features at least once every month to ensure that your garage door is operating smoothly, safely and giving you great performance time after time.
• Children should be taught the importance of not playing near the garage door, especially when the door is moving.

Garage Door Opener Installation Services Killeen

If you are not comfortable with the installation of garage door opener, it is best to call the experts at Garage Door Repair Killeen. We are your local garage door repair company with services to Killeen, Fort Hood, Belton and Temple. We will help you install your garage door and garage door openers with high level of precision and safety.