Our professional technicians work with a wide range of residential and commercial properties throughout the greater Los Angeles area. That often means helping improve an older property or find a new solution when someone is undertaking a remodel project.
At SoCal Garage Door & Gates, we offer professional garage door repair. That includes advising clients on when to add an electric motor to their system or when to upgrade to an automated solution. Here is some information to help you make a quality decision.
What’s the Point of an Electric Motor for My LA Garage Door?
Dealing with a home garage door without an electric motor means physically getting in and out of your vehicle each time you want to use the space. An electric motor reduces that issue by running power from your home to a motor, which then opens or closes the door upon your request.
Most electric motors come with a control system like:
- Garage door remotes
- Indoor/Outdoor keypad systems
- Bluetooth or Wi-Fi smartphone apps
- Vehicle automated sensors
- Video and intercom systems
We have extensive experience installing electric motors because we are often called in to conduct garage door repairs or improve the operation of such systems with optional add-ons.
When Adding a Motor to Your LA Garage Door Makes Sense
LA has a longer history than most tourists realize. There are many buildings, homes, and development projects in the area that lack electric garage door motors. It’s pretty common to find a house in Echo Park or a business near Highland Park still using a manual door system.
It makes sense to add an electric motor for faster response times, reduced physical labor, and greater convenience, enhancing safety and security. The only caveat is to ensure your garage door fits the space well, or you’ll end up with coastal/storm moisture and hot temps getting into your living space.
Checking Electric Motor Compatibility with Your Existing LA Garage Door System
Whenever you’re in the market for a new electric motor system, speak with our experienced technicians. We can advise you on the brands we know hold up best to heavy-duty use and local LA weather.
In addition, we can provide insight into what systems have available automation upgrades or remote transmitters that fit your lifestyle. A motor that adds too much weight to your garage door or risks the structural integrity of your property can lead to expensive repairs down the road.
We also recommend that you ask for safety features with your new motor, such as obstacle detection sensors or auto-reverse. That will keep your friends, family members, vehicles, pets, and guests safe whenever going in or out of the garage.
Call Our Team for Electric Motor Installation
Having a functional, easy-to-use garage door in Los Angeles is a big help to your daily errands. It ensures you have a safe spot to park your car, set up a home gym, or store your side hustle inventory.
At SoCal Garage Door & Gates, we ensure you have all the help your home or business property needs. We are a fully licensed and insured provider with years of experience helping properties just like yours find the best-fit electric motor for their garage doors. Contact us today at (800) 897-6858 to book your next appointment.
