What's included with every garage door opener replacement

  • New 1/2 HP or 3/4 HP opener (LiftMaster / Chamberlain / Genie)
  • Battery backup (Florida statute requirement)
  • WiFi-ready + smartphone app
  • New rail, sensors, wall button
  • 2 remotes + keypad programming
  • Old opener hauled away
  • 1-year labor + manufacturer warranty

Belt vs chain vs jackshaft

Belt-drive openers are quieter and what we recommend for any home where the bedroom shares a wall with the garage. Chain-drive is cheaper and tougher — better for detached garages or workshops. Jackshaft (wall-mount) clears the ceiling for storage racks and is the move for high-ceiling garages.

Why battery backup is required by Florida law

Florida statute 553.515 (since 2019) requires battery backup on all new garage door openers. Reason: power outages during hurricanes left families trapped or unable to evacuate. Battery backup gives you ~20 cycles on a charge — enough to get the car out and the door secured.

Smart features worth paying for

WiFi pairing (LiftMaster myQ, Chamberlain) lets you check if the door is open from your phone. Some models do delivery driver access. The Camera-equipped openers (a small upcharge) let you watch the package drop. Worth it for high-theft neighborhoods.

How long the install takes

90 minutes typical for opener swap (we use the existing rail if it's sound). 2-3 hours for a full new install with new rail. We program 2 remotes and the keypad before we leave.

Brand recommendations

LiftMaster 8500W (jackshaft, premium): written quote. LiftMaster 84505R (belt, mainstream): call for a quote. Chamberlain B970 (belt, budget): call for a quote. Genie StealthDrive (belt, contractor pick): call for a quote.

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  • Battery backup standard
  • WiFi + 2 remotes + keypad
  • Old opener hauled away
  • 1-year labor warranty
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