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Step 1 · Inspect Existing Door Frame and Opening

Carefully inspect the existing garage door frame and the rough opening to ensure they are plumb, level, and square. Check for any obstructions, rot, or damage that could affect the new door installation. Measure the opening diagonally to confirm it's square. The frame should be securely attached to the building structure.

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Step 1 · Inspect Existing Door Frame and Opening

Carefully inspect the existing garage door frame and the rough opening to ensure they are plumb, level, and square. Check for any obstructions, rot, or damage that could affect the new door installation. Measure the opening diagonally to confirm it's square. The frame should be securely attached to the building structure.

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Garage Door Installation

Step 1 of 15·14.5 hr left

1
Inspect Existing Door Frame and Opening
60 minutes3 items
2
Install Vertical and Horizontal Tracks
90 minutes7 items
3
Assemble Garage Door Sections
75 minutes6 items
4
Install Rollers and Attach Door to Tracks
60 minutes4 items
5
Install Horizontal Tracks and Supports
45 minutes5 items
6
Install Torsion Spring System
120 minutes9 items
7
Install Cables and Pulleys
45 minutes4 items
8
Wind the Torsion Spring
90 minutes4 items
9
Install Operator Mounting Bracket and Operator
45 minutes6 items
10
Connect Opener Rail and Drive Mechanism
30 minutes4 items
11
Attach Opener Trolley to Garage Door
30 minutes4 items
12
Wire the Garage Door Opener
60 minutes7 items
13
Adjust Travel Limits and Force Settings
45 minutes3 items
14
Install Opener Remote Controls and Keypad
30 minutes3 items
15
Final Inspection and Testing
45 minutes2 items
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