How Much Does It Cost To Replace A Garage Door Opener?
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Replace A Garage Door Opener
Many factors contribute to how much it will cost to replace a garage door opener. You can choose to replace just the parts, or you can have a new opener installed, which is usually the best route. There are several types of garage door openers, and each has its uniqueness which will determine how much it will cost to either replace the motor or to install a new opener. Before deciding which garage, door opener motor is best, it is essential to understand the different types of openers. Listed below are the different kinds of garage door openers and how they work:
- Chain Drive
A chain drive is the most common type of opener and operates using a chain that opens and closes your door. Chain drive openers are very reliable and are incredibly affordable; they do have one drawback though they are noisy.
- Belt Drive
A belt drive is a type of opener that operates using a belt to open and close the door. Belt drive openers are expensive, but they work with much less noise than other types of door openers.
- Screw Drive
A screw drive is a type of opener that operates using a threaded steel rod to open and close the door. Screw drive door openers have fewer parts and require less maintenance, but they can be very noisy.
The type of opener you currently have or wish to have installed will affect how much it will cost to have the motor replaced or to install a completely new system.
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Different types of garage door openers have their own benefits and will have varying costs to have parts replaced or to have entirely new systems installed. Listed below are some of the most common prices for each type of opener:
- Chain Drive
Chain drive motors cost between $100 to $150
- Belt Drive
Belt drive motors cost between $125 to $175
- Screw Drive
Screw drive motors cost between $150 to $225
- Labor
Service and labor costs can vary depending on where you live and whom you have service your opener, but the average cost is $50 to $200.
Depending on the age and type of garage door opener you currently have it may be more economical to purchase and install a new opener instead of just replacing the motor. If you currently have an older model opener, you may want to purchase and install a new opener as they have added safety and security features your old garage door opener does not. Also, if the motor has gone bad in your opener, it is only a matter of time before other parts fail as well leading to extra expenses that could be elevated by replacing the entire opener instead of just the motor. Listed below is a list of how much it would cost to purchase a new opener:
- Chain Drive
Chain drive motors cost between $125 to $300
- Belt Drive
Belt drive motors cost between $180 to $350
- Screw Drive
Screw drive motors cost between $200 to $300
- Labor
Service and labor costs can vary depending on where you live and whom you have service your opener, but the average cost is $50 to $200.
For all your garage door opener need call San Antonio Overhead Pros, our staff of expertly trained technicians can handle all opener installs and repairs and as always, we offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our services, including door repair, spring replacement, door installation and new opener installation. We back our labor with a 1 year guarantee and we always take care of our clients.
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