Belt drive openers are just as durable as chain drive openers, but they do not make the noise that chain drives do. This is because belt drive openers use rubber belts to lift and close garage doors. If you have living space directly over your garage then you know how important it is to have a quiet garage door opener! If you have a room on top of the garage or next to the it, belt drive openers are clearly the best choice. Belt drive openers cost more than chain drive openers, mostly due to their ease of use and convenient features. Another added benefit is that there are little, if any, vibrations from the opener. With fewer moving parts, belt drive openers are less likely to need repair. Make sure to maintain your opener by having a qualified garage door contractor come and check it for you about once a year.
Some Quality Belt Openers:
Overhead Door Silent Max XL: Stylish, streamlined design, reinforced belt drive for quiet operation. DC motor provides heavy-duty lifting power. Variable-speed motor enables soft start and stop, which reduces wear on the door.
Raynor Aviator: The smooth-running belt-drive Aviator opener features a ½ horsepower motor for powerful, reliable operation. The high-strength polyurethane belt is reinforced with sturdy, flexible steel cords that withstand daily cycling for maximum durability. Find more product details at raynor.com.
LiftMaster 3585: 3/4 HP Belt Drive Garage Door Opener performs well under extreme weather conditions and can lift even the heaviest garage doors.
Read reviews of a popular belt drive opener: The Craftsman 1/2-hp Belt Drive Garage Door Opener 53914.
