Picking a garage door opener can seem like a daunting task when faced with so many different options. You can install systems to make your garage door controllable remotely via Wi-Fi and the internet, allowing you to use your smartphone to manage and operate your new smart garage door.
This article will look at some options for picking a smart garage door opener that’s right for your home.
Why Choose to Have a Smart Garage Door Opener?
The main advantage of a new system is that it increases the control you have of your garage. Most homes with an attached garage include a door connecting the garage to the house. With a smart garage door system, you can remotely operate your garage door and it will also notify you when it’s opened and shut.
Design
Garage doors are heavy. The optimal size motor for most garage doors is 1/2 to 3/4 horsepower. Oversized doors and heavier wooden doors require the usage of higher-powered openers.Safety and Security
Look for features that make life easier and also prevent any unauthorized access, such as a good quality wall-mounted keypad and remotes. Smart garage door systems can send an email as well as push notifications through an App to your phone, so you will know at all times the status of your garage door.
Included Technology
Ever been without electricity, and you want to get in and out of your garage? A battery backup solution is more than a convenience feature. It’s also a safety feature. Included on the Raynor General II® and Sentinel™, a battery backup will allow operation even when the power is out.
Select models such as the Sentinel™ include a camera with live HD video and audio so you are able to see and hear everything that’s happening in your garage space from anywhere.
Warranty and Support
Pick a garage door opener that includes a lifetime warranty on the motor and drive system, be it chain or belt-driven design. Some guarantees cover specific components for more extended periods of time, so read through the garage door opener’s warranty before buying it to see what is covered.A Full Line of Residential Options
Raynor’s line of residential garage door openers has a comprehensive range of performance, features, and durability. All versions come with security and safety features available, MyQ™technology allows you to keep track of and control your garage door opener like never before.
Find a local Raynor Authorized Dealer near you today to invest in peace of mind by upgrading your garage door opener.
