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How Often Should I Replace My Garage Door Chain?

By Tony M on September 16, 2019 in Blog

This is probably the most common question we get when it comes to garage door opener repair. The answer really comes down to two things: the type of garage door opener you have and how often you use the garage door opener. Chain driven garage door openers are louder, but they last a while longer. […]

Is It Time to Replace Your Garage Door Chain?

By Tony M on February 11, 2019 in Blog

So how often should a garage door chain be replaced? As Indiana Jones would say, “It’s not the years, honey. It’s the mileage.” Most garage door chains can last between 10 and 15 years, but there are a lot of variables to consider. How often do you open your garage door? Some families use it […]

Troubleshooting a Faulty Photo Eye Sensor on Your Overhead Door

Does your overhead garage door refuse to close? One common reason might be a malfunctioning photo eye. This is a fairly easy problem to fix. The photo eyes are two sensors located at the bottom of a door that transmit an infrared signal to each other. If this signal is blocked — say by a person, animal or object in the way — the door will suddenly reverse itself. It’s a safety feature required on all doors made after 1993. Occasionally, the sensor gets dirty, which disrupts the signal. Wash it off with soap and water. Sometimes sunlight can obstruct the sensor. Constructing a sun visor over the sensor should do the trick. It’s also possible the sensors have become misaligned. Check to make sure they are on exact opposite sides of each other.