Garage Door Motor Installation Atlantis | Sectional, Roll-Up, Tilt

About Garage Door Motor in Atlantis

An automated garage door motor provides secure, convenient access to your garage without leaving your vehicle. In Atlantis, this is both a safety feature and a practical convenience, as manually opening a garage door exposes you to the risk of opportunistic crime. Modern garage door motors operate quietly, include battery backup for load shedding, and feature safety beams that stop the door if an obstruction is detected.

Abacas Solution installs and repairs garage door motors for all door types in Atlantis, including sectional overhead doors, roll-up doors, and tilt doors. We supply motors from trusted brands such as Centurion, Gemini, and Meranti, selecting the appropriate motor based on your door type, size, and weight. Each installation includes the motor unit, mounting hardware, remote controls, safety infrared beams, and battery backup as standard.

For repairs, we handle motor failures, remote control problems, noisy operation, doors that reverse unexpectedly, snapped cables on counterbalance systems, and battery replacement. Our electricians in Atlantis carry common replacement parts and can typically complete repairs on the same visit. We also upgrade older garage door motors to newer, quieter models with smartphone control capability.

This is one of several specialist services we offer under security & home automation in Atlantis. As part of our Atlantis electrical team, we bring over 25 years of hands-on experience to every job.

Garage Door Motor in Atlantis - Abacas Solution

When to Call for Garage Door Motor

Call if you want to automate your garage door for the first time, if your existing motor has stopped working or is noisy, if you need battery backup added for load shedding, if the door reverses unexpectedly or does not close fully, or if you want to upgrade to a smartphone-controlled motor.

Our Garage Door Motor Process

1

Door Assessment

We assess your garage door type, size, weight, and condition to select the correct motor with adequate power and appropriate mounting method.

2

Motor Supply and Quote

We provide a complete quote covering the motor, remotes, safety beams, battery backup, and all installation hardware and labour.

3

Installation

We mount the motor, connect drive components, wire the motor to mains power with surge protection, install safety beams, and programme remotes.

4

Testing and Demonstration

We test the door through multiple cycles, verify safety beam operation, test battery backup, and demonstrate manual override procedures.

Property owners in Atlantis often combine garage door motor with electric fence installation & repair in Atlantis and gate motor installation & repair. We handle everything, so you only need one call.

Safety & Compliance

Garage doors are heavy and can cause serious injury if they fall unexpectedly. Safety infrared beams must be installed to detect obstructions in the door's path. Anti-crush functionality must reverse the door if it meets resistance while closing. Spring and counterbalance systems are under extreme tension and should only be serviced by professionals. Battery backup ensures the garage can be accessed during load shedding.

Garage Door Motor Cost in Atlantis

Garage door motor costs depend on the motor type, door weight, and brand. A standard sectional door motor with battery backup, 2 remotes, and safety beams costs R4,500-R8,000 installed. Roll-up door motors range from R5,000-R10,000. Heavy-duty motors for double garages or extra-heavy doors cost more. Repairs typically range from R600-R2,500 depending on the fault.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you install a motor on my existing garage door in Atlantis?

In most cases, yes. We install motors on sectional, roll-up, and tilt garage doors. We assess the door's condition and weight to ensure it is suitable for motorisation. If the door or springs need attention first, we advise accordingly.

Will my garage door motor work during load shedding?

Yes, all our garage door motor installations include battery backup as standard. The battery provides enough power for multiple open/close cycles during an outage, ensuring you can always access your garage.

My garage door motor is very noisy. Can it be fixed?

Noisy operation usually indicates worn gears, dry rails, or a motor nearing end of life. We can diagnose the noise, lubricate or replace components, or recommend a quieter replacement motor if the current one is beyond repair.

Can I open my garage door with my phone?

Yes, many modern garage door motors support smartphone control via Wi-Fi modules. We can install a new motor with this feature or add a Wi-Fi module to compatible existing motors, allowing you to open and monitor your garage from anywhere.