Old garage doors can be a real pain. Wouldn't you love to just hit a button and have your overhead garage door open smoothly and easily? Norwich Overhead Doors & Openers in Norwich, CT, can make that happen for you!

With many older garage doors, you have to put some muscle into getting them open. And when it comes to closing them, you need to dash away quickly so they won't slam down on your foot. An old overhead garage door is inconvenient and unsafe, and converting it to electric isn't as difficult as you might think.

Because most older doors can be automated without much hassle, you probably won't have to schedule a new garage door installation. Converting your garage door just requires the right materials—namely a motor, a remote control, and a conversion kit. You could play handyman and try to install it yourself, but for the best and safest results, you'll want to hire a garage door repair expert.

When you hire a professional, they'll already have the tools for the job. Whether you have a canopy or a retractable overhead garage door, they'll be able to determine what type of conversion kit is needed. Norwich Overhead Doors & Openers can also work with side hinged, sectional, or roller shutter garage doors.

Once your door is able to open and close automatically, these professionals will make sure it won't jerk around. Norwich's conversion kit ensures that the door's movement will be controlled and that it will start and stop gently. Smooth transitions reduce pressure on the garage door frame.

An essential aspect of an automated garage door installation is the addition of safety mechanisms. Make sure your overhead garage door includes features such as an obstruction sensor and an auto reverse facility.

Norwich Overhead Doors & Openers provides garage door repair, installation, and customization to residents of eastern Connecticut. To schedule their services, call (860) 889-1984 today or visit their website for more information.