ELECTRIC GARAGE DOOR SOLUTIONS IN CORNWALL

Generally, all the motors we supply for domestic doors come with two remote control handsets. These are securely programmed to only open your door, so do not worry if your neighbour sees your new door and copies you! If you want extra handsets, we can do this; it can be handy to give one out to other people who may need access to your garage, whether that’s the gardener or relations coming to stay at your home. Alternatively, many of the motors we install can integrate with wireless exterior keypads, allowing you to set a PIN code to allow entry without the need to carry a handset.

If you have another door into your garage, you would gain access through there, and then all automated doors have a manual override. However, if the automated garage door is your only access point, we will fit an External Release. This is a secure way of being able to manually raise a door from the outside.

First things first, try changing the battery. Most remotes use a coin battery (common in watches). By removing the rear cover, you can change the battery; this can be a bit fiddly. We stock most batteries at our showroom in Truro, and our team there will be happy to help during our opening hours. It is important to ensure the new battery is the same specification as the old one. If this still does not suit it, contact us on 01872 438726 or email sales@cornwallgaragedoors.co.uk

The motors we install with domestic doors require a standard UK 13A three-pin socket somewhere near the front of the garage. We can show you where in the survey it varies depending on the style of door.

There is no lock and key with an automated door – the motor is the lock and provides the security.

Sometimes – yes. Sometimes – no. There are certain styles of doors that can be retro-automated, but this is not always possible. Contact us for more details.

With some styles of doors, we can install them now as a manual door and automate them in the future. Contact us for more details.

There are motors available in our range that can be smart-enabled. The integration kits are available as an add-on, most systems can work alongside Google, Siri or Alexa systems.

We do not recommend using oil to lubricate your garage door; it can be heavy and attract dirt and debris, which can foul the door and cause it to jam. If you want to apply some lubrication, we suggest using a light silicone spray.

Depending on the style of the door, we can sometimes install a rubber floor seal. The right weather protection for a garage is an ACO drain across the doorway.

We can generally supply handsets for a variety of garage door operators. If you have an existing handset, send us a photo of the front and back of the handset, and we will try to match it with a new one.

Your electric garage door should be checked about once a year for signs of wear or any potential issues before they become bigger problems, especially if it is often used.

The time needed depends on the type of door and the condition of your existing garage. If an existing garage door needs to be taken out, this can add extra time to the process. Our experts move quickly so your home and belongings aren't exposed for long, and we'll give you an estimate before starting work so you can make any necessary preparations.

Professional installation helps ensure the door is safely connected and operating as it should. It can also prevent issues caused by incorrect fitting and provide greater peace of mind.