Garage Opener Wiring Tips

Yep, we'll be discussing wiring today. In this area, it seems a lot of Handyman and Professionals get work-shy. Properly wiring sensors and wall buttons take time to keep it neat and clean. If you are constantly having sensor or wall button issues it is possible your wires are damaged, have been disconnected, or there is a short somewhere. The following areas should be included during your wire inspection. 1) Damaged or nicked wire near the sensors. 2) Keep sensor wire tucked out of the away. 3) Spliced wire should be connected with insulated connection with no exposure to debris or condensation. 4) Wire hanging from the ceiling should be stapled back to the drywall. 5) Wires woven in-between track or hanging from track should be removed and rehung out of the way of any moving parts, will likely need additional wire. My rule of thumb is if I see poorly installed wire, wire that is obviously from a previous opener, or different brand opener then I will splice the wire near the sensor and install all fresh wire keeping it clean and tucked out of the way.

If you are replacing your opener? Old wire should be removed and all new wire should be installed, with the only exception of wire’s ran behind the drywall. 
Too busy to inspect your garage and opener because you’re posting that perfect Instagram or Facebook picture? Give me a call I would be happy to put you on the schedule for your next inspection.

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. Garage Opener Repair, Garage Opener Service, Garage Opener Installation.