Garage door motor installation & replacement Sandton

Sectional and tip-up doors use a ceiling-mounted motor with a rail, while roll-up doors use a compact motor fitted to the drum shaft. Motor strength should match the door's weight and size, with double doors and solid timber doors needing a stronger unit. Your installer will confirm the door type before recommending a model.

Yes. The door must be balanced and move freely by hand. Worn springs, bent tracks or seized rollers will overload the motor and shorten its life. A pro will check the springs and balance first and may recommend servicing the door before automating it.

Most motors sold in South Africa come with, or can be fitted with, a backup battery that gives a number of cycles during an outage. All motors also have a manual release cord so you can open the door by hand if the battery is flat.

A straightforward install on a balanced door with a power point nearby takes about two to three hours. Replacing a like-for-like motor is often quicker, while adding a plug point or servicing the door first extends the job. A qualified pro in Sandton can advise on your specific situation.

The motor unit makes up most of the price and varies by door type and strength rating, with installation labour on top. Battery backup, extra remotes and a smartphone module add to the total.