Garage Opener Gear Issues

Let's focus on opener Gears. This will depend on the model and brand you have though these are common issues. Signs of a bad gear could mean you are constantly having to set your limit settings, sagging chain, opener making noise but nothings happening. These are a few things that can occur. 

I've provided pictures of LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Craftsman, and Sears (Chain Drive), Marantec (Belt Drive), and Genie (Screw Drive and Belt Drive). During your inspection these are some signs to look for. Some causes of gears wearing out are imbalanced door (springs), rollers are bad, not consistently lubricating, and age. During your inspection these are some signs to look for. Some causes of gears wearing out are imbalanced door (springs), rollers are bad, not consistently lubricating, and age. 

Don't feel comfortable inspecting your garage door and opener give me a call and we can schedule a Tune Up include: minimal adjustments, inspection, and lubrication of your garage door and opener. 

Wicked Garage Door Services Salt Lake City, Utah We provide service, installation, repair, and sales for all your residential garage door and opener needs. (801) 971-4122.