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Question:

What should be the speed of my garage door when it’s opening and closing?

– Daniel A.

Answer:

The standard speed for a garage door is 6 inches per second. The speed is fixed for most garage door openers and cannot be adjusted. Note that while the standard speed is 6 inches per second, some garage doors can open or close at speeds of up to 12 inches per second.

You can calculate how long your garage door should take to open or close by using the following simple formula: garage door height in inches divided by 6 equals the typical travel speed.

For example, if your garage door is 7 feet high, it should take approximately 14 seconds to open or close. If it’s 8 feet high, it should take around 16 seconds, and so on.

Troubleshooting Speed Problems with Your Garage Door

If your garage door is opening slowly or slamming shut, it may indicate that there’s a problem. The issue could be related to the balance, springs, binding, or the opener itself. To troubleshoot the problem, start by inspecting the springs for breakage and testing the balance of your garage door.