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There are three main types of openers:
Chain Drive Openers
Chain drives are typically the most commonly used and most reliable type of opener. This drive runs the garage door on its track by using a metal chain. Chain drives are typically the least expensive type of opener. They also tend to be the noisiest type of opener, so if your garage is located below or adjacent to the main rooms in your home, you might not want this opener. However, if your garage is detached or the noise does not bother you, this is the best choice for you and your family.
Belt Drive Openers
Belt drives are regarded in the garage door industry as the best type of opener. Not only are belt drives as reliable as chain drives, but they are also virtually silent. This drive runs on a rubber belt and is typically more expensive than chain drive openers. If your garage is attached to your home and has surrounding bedrooms, you'll never be bothered by the noise of your garage door.
Screw-Driven Openers
Screw drive openers use a lifting device that runs on a threaded steel rod, rather than a chain or a rubber belt. These openers tend to work best in locations where the weather and temperature is constant throughout the year. In areas with a wide range of temperature throughout the year, a screw drive opener is not recommended. They also are the slowest moving and noisiest of all three openers, but are the least expensive.
Our recommendations for new garage door opener installation
8587W Elite Series 3/4 HP Chain Drive Opener
This model was built to lift the heaviest garage doors.
Includes 1-button remote control and multi-function control panel
Confidently know what’s going on at home with MyQ® Technology. It lets you monitor and control your Garage Door Opener and home lighting from anywhere (when paired with the Internet Gateway)
Receive email or text alerts so you always know the status of your garage door and home lighting
Download the MyQ® mobile app for free. No annual activation fee required
Compatible with Homelink®
Requires 828LM MyQ Internet Gateway to connect to MyQ Smartphone App.
Lifetime warranty on internal motor and belt and one year on parts
8355W HP AC Belt Drive Garage Door Opener
This model is the perfect choice for reliability, top performance and quality
Battery Backup system ensures operation, even when the power is out
Timer to close feature lets you choose to have the door automatically close after a pre-programmed number of minutes
Energy-efficient operation consumes up to 75% less power in standby mode
Belt drive system is durable, ultra-quiet and maintenance-free
Whole garage lighting with dual side 200-watt CFL bulb-compatible design
Wall Station: Provides door operation from the inside of your garage. Also includes an illuminated push-button and security vacation/lock switch so that your always protected.
Wireless Keyless Entry System (WKES): Allows you to program your own 4-digit pin. It controls up to 3 different garage doors. Also provides temporary service for visitors.
Offers a safety reversal system included with a warning (system lights flash) when contact is sensed or made with any object
EverCharge® Standby Power System Features:
12VDC battery is always charged and ready - no additional outlets are needed
Alerts you when in use - an audible signal tells you when the standby power system is operating
Safety and security features still operate - ensures your family is still protected in a power failure
Backup power will operate the garage door opener for 40 full cycles within a 24-hour period* (fully charged batteries at 72° F)
Lifetime warranty on the belt and internal motor and 5 years on parts
8500W Liftmaster Jackshaft Opener
The Liftmaster Model 8500W Jackshaft Opener offers an ultra-quiet, space-saving, wall-mounted design. Specially designed for garages and unique applications that don't allow for a traditional garage door opener, such as garages with very low, cathedral or obstructed ceilings.
Ultra-quiet 24V DC motor performance
Optional EverCharge™ battery backup system reliably opens door even when the power goes out
Jackshaft Garage Door Opener Wall-Mount Installation - mounts on the left or right side of door - Saves tons of Ceiling Space
Easily program additional remotes, keypads and/or keyless entry
Auto-force technology monitors garage door system and adjusts forces to temperature fluctuations, floor height and door track movement
Included automatic garage door lock & timer-to-close feature
Built-in-Wi-Fi, for the easiest way to connect the garage
Lifetime warranty on the belt and internal motor and 5 years on parts
