If you have a garage door that is loud and wobbly, it's time for an upgrade on your door and your system. Don't just upgrade because you don't like the noise, but because you want a door that low maintenance and safe.
Garage doors need to be maintained properly to keep all of the metal components working properly, and there are great garage door opening systems that are quiet and reliable. Here are a few of the things that you want to think about and consider when you go to purchase a new garage door and a new operating system.
Insulation to Prevent Rusting
Cables can rust and snap or break over time. A new garage door with insulation can help keep moisture out of the space, which is going to preserve the cables and all of the gears and components of the door. The insulation will also help you regulate the temperature in the garage if it's attached, or if you want to heat it. If you have loud noises outside or are working loudly in the garage, the door will trap some of the sound.
Be Smart About It
Get a garage door opening system that you can operate with your smart phone, from a tablet or computer, or that you can sync wirelessly with your car. This way you don't have to carry around a garage door opener, you don't have to worry about the opener getting stolen or misplaced, and you can open the garage door even when you're away from home. Get a opener that can sync with your home security system too if you have one.
Belts Instead of Chains
An opening system that runs with a belt instead of using a chain is going to be a less noisy option, and you don't have to worry about the belt rusting or locking. The belt is also smooth, so the garage door shouldn't wobble or shake like it would because of ungreased chain links or dirty chains.
If you are going to get a new garage door and a new opening system, this will improve the value of your home. There are many styles of garage doors to choose from to make your home look newer and to improve the curb appeal, and you can get doors that are resistant to dents and scratches. If your old door is loud and looks faded and unsightly, upgrade right away or contact a garage door repair specialist.
