Garage door openers

[Bertram65]

I am looking to for a couple garage door openers, I would like to spend less than $200 each for them. I am going to check out Home depot and sears, anyone have any reconmendations?

 

[MFalkinham]

I recently replaced two Chamberlain chain drive openers with new Genie screw drive models. On one of Chamberlains the up-limit switch wouldn't always work, and the carrier would slam into the stop bolt and jam tight. I emailed Chamberlain and they said it could be a number of things causing it, but most likely the limit switch would need to be replaced. Instead, I replaced both openers with the new Genies. No more problems, and the Genies have been fantastic so far.

By the way, Chamberlain assembles their openers in Mexico, and Genie assembles in the USA. I'm not saying Mexico = bad (my truck was built there), but if given the choice I'd prefer my money go to some American workers.

- Mike

 

[jandtjil]

I think the remote security features are the biggest comparison point.

Having owned a couple chain drives(which have given good service), I would like to try a Genie screw type mechanism though.

jj

 

[Byershome]

I have had two Gene worm drive openers on my garage for eight years now with no problems. Bought my at Home Depot.

 

[Bertram65]

Thanks, looks like Genie it is.