Having an automatic gate opener attached to your front gate can make your day to day living significantly easier and the process of leaving and entering your property far more pleasurable. Openers are complex systems with many components that can falter and break over time, especially if they are not fitted correctly in the first place. Here we list 3 of the most common faults that can be found with openers as they age or show signs of failure.
Strained Motor Issues
If your gate seems to turn on and attempt to activate, but fails to complete its movement or performs it too slowly, you could have a problem with the motor. If the wrong kind of gate opener is installed onto a gate that is too large or heavy for its motor, the device is likely to struggle. Over time it can weaken and eventually fail to open at all. Often the motor simply needs replacing for stronger version that will better handle the load.
Batteries Failing Due To Weather
Batteries within openers can on occasion cut out completely or be impacted by very low climate temperatures. When they fail they can be replaced with new ones without having to install a new opener. It is possible to improve the casing of a battery to better protect it from the elements and ensure it runs smoothly throughout the seasons.
Sensors Causing Problems
This can be one of the more straightforward gate repairs for professionals while incredibly puzzling for consumers. Some sensor failures can cause gates to be completely frozen and some can make the gate stop and reverse at certain points in its motion. If your gate is able to function but is behaving weirdly, it's likely a sensor issue. With a thorough gate troubleshoot, an expert will be able to identify exactly which sensors are damaged or out of alignment and correct them perfectly.