Sings of an overheated garage door opener
An automated garage door brings immense benefits. It makes vehicle entry and exit very easy and convenient. While modern garage doors are built to last, you may run into occasional problems with their performance. Most of these issues can be resolved quickly without professional help, but sometimes, it may be necessary to call a technician. One of the most common issues affecting garage doors is overheating, especially during the summer months.
Like any other electronic device, the components of the garage door can also overheat. This most often happens during summer, especially if you are opening and closing the garage door frequently within a short period. This can cause the opener components to become overworked and it may begin to emit heat. It is important to understand the reasons that may cause garage door overheating.
Common causes of garage door overheating
Overuse in hot weather
As we said earlier, overuse of the garage door, especially during hot weather, can cause overheating of the garage door motor. Ideally, when the garage door becomes too warm, the motor shuts off automatically. When you try to operate the garage door with the remote, but you are not able to open it, an overheated garage door opener motor could be the culprit. The motor would turn off and cool down before it can be operated again. If you have been using your garage door frequently within a short period of time, you should allow the motor to cool down before using it again. Wait for about 20-30 minutes before attempting to operate the garage door.
Technical problems
Garage door motors can also become overheated and malfunction due to technical problems like a blown capacitor. A capacitor in a garage door opener stores extra energy to start the electric motor that runs the belt, chain, or screw that opens and closes the garage door. If you notice smoke coming out of your garage door when you press the button, it is likely due to overheating. When this happens, you should not try to operate the garage door; call a garage door technician immediately.
How to prevent overheating of the garage door opener?
There are some simple steps you can take to prevent overheating of the garage door opener:
- During warm weather, avoid using the garage door opener too frequently. Even on normal days avoid operating the garage door more than once in 15-20 minutes.
- Ensure proper installation. You can install a ventilation system in the garage.
- Insulating the garage door opener can also keep the garage cool
- Lubricating the garage door parts properly can reduce friction and wear and prevent overheating.
- Regular garage door maintenance can prevent most problems, including overheating
Call us today for garage door repair
Remember, multiple overheating events can cause serious damage to your garage door opener. It is best not to attempt DIY troubleshooting and repairs. Let a trained professional carry out a thorough inspection, find out the exact overheating, and perform necessary repairs.
If you are facing problems when operating your garage door opener, get in touch with our experts. We will take care of all your garage door issues right away. We understand that your garage door is an important investment and must be taken care of. So, we offer top-quality repair and maintenance services that protect your investment and ensure that your garage door operates smoothly at all times.
