Now they can be! AutoSlide™ is an amazing new sliding door automation system designed specifically for residential sliding doors.
The AutoSlide™ sliding door opener/closer is an affordable, easy to install product that will convert most existing manual sliding doors into fully automatic doors. The AutoSlide™ sliding door opener can be operated by several different methods, you can use convenient easily located wireless wall controls. You can use photo sensors that will open the door automatically. You can use a hand held remote control also. It even has a feature to allow your pets to open the AutoSlide™ with a sensor that is attached to their collar so AutoSlide™ knows when your pet is at the door to go out or come in.
The AutoSlide™ sliding door closer has a timer to close so you don’t have to worry about your sliding door being left open.
The AutoSlide’s™ compact universal design allows it to be easily adapted to suit different applications including header mount, floor mount, and will work either left or right opening sliding doors.
The AutoSlide™ is designed for easy DIY installation, which should take about an hour, or you can ask us about our professional installation.
So if you have ever wondered if your sliding doors could be automated, now the answer is YES!
We at The Overhead Door Company of Tampa Bay are happy to answer all of your questions or concerns. Just click the button below and send us your information and a representative will contact you as soon as possible.
1) You have to replace both springs.
False. We recommend that you replace both springs, but you do not have to.
If one spring has "cycled" out, usually the other spring is not far behind
and unfortunately there is no way by looking at a spring to tell if it is going
break tomorrow, next week, or next year.
2) You have to replace the cable drums when you replace springs.
False. If a cable drum is cracked or broken, then by all means it should be replaced.
But it does not need to be replaced just because a spring broke. If someone
is telling you they need replaced, make them show you why.
3) You have to replace the lift cables.
False. The lifting cables should be inspected when changing a spring (and at least
once a year). If they are frayed or show signs of coming apart, by all means
they should be replaced.
4) You have to replace all the bearings.
False. The bearings should be inspected for excessive wear and damage when
the spring assembly has been dismantled and replaced only if they are
worn or damaged.
5) You have to replace the torsion tube.
False. If you are being told the torsion tube needs to be replaced, be sure and
have the tech show you why. There are certainly times when the torsion
tube would need to be replaced, but not very often.
When the time comes (and it does with all garage doors) to replace your garage door
springs, be sure and ask for a quote up front. Also be sure to ask if the company you
are using cuts springs on site or carries premade springs. It is difficult to match existing
springs if you don't cut them to size on the job. A double spring change should be
around $250.00 unless other parts are necessary.
Don't let unethical companies sell you parts that are not needed and run your bill
up. Call The Overhead Door Company of Tampa Bay and schedule a service today.
Or click the button below and schedule an appointment online and save!
Overhead Door Co. of Tampa Bay has had the privilege of sponsoring the WQYK St.Jude Children's Research Hospital Radiothon for these past few years, and were blessed to have been able to do so again this year. The radiothon was last week, January 25th and 26th at Westfield Brandon Mall. An amazing $220,875 was raised this year!
St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. No child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay. They do research and treatments for other pediatric catastrophic diseases also. The survival rates for childhood cancers went from less than 20 percent when the hospital opened in 1962 to 80 percent today.
The purpose of the radiothon is to increase the community's awareness about St.Jude, and to raise money to help save those precious kids. For two days, the WQYK 99.5 DJ's highlight different St. Jude patient stories. It is heart wrenching to hear some of the stories, but there are also many stories full of hope and victory.
We think that this is a very worthy cause here at Overhead Door Co. of Tampa Bay, and are honored to be a part of it. We are very proud to say that our employees also get involved in this two day event. Not only do some make a monetary donation, they are very generous in donating their time to help answer the phones at the radiothon. I, myself, got to talk to some GREAT people on the phones this year. I heard more than one time "I couldn't afford to donate last year". One man I was talking to on the phone, was actually calling for the second time that day. He had just became a "partner in hope", which is someone who donates at least $20 monthly for a year, and was doing a second sponsorship on another one of his credit cards! He was one of those that couldn't afford to donate last year. Another lady shared with me how her daughter was in need of help, and although St.Jude couldn't help with her daughter's specific needs, they went above and beyond in helping her get in contact with where she needed to go and what to do. And there were many who donated in remembrance of someone they loved. What a great community we have!
Yes, this economy has also certainly made it rough for our business as well. We can certainly relate to the many callers who couldn't afford to donate last year, but as long as we are allowed to continue in business, we will continue to partner with our community and the St.Jude radiothon. Thank you
The best way to see if your garage door is balanced properly is to disconnect the door from your electric opener if you have one. Open the door approximately half way and release it.
If the door stays where you let go of it, then it is balanced properly. If however it does not, that means the springs need adjustment. This is something that should be done by a certified garage door technician as the springs have a lot of torque on them and could cause severe injury or even death.
If your door is out of balance it can cause damage to your electric opener or unnecessary wear and tear on your door itself.
If your door is out of balance, don't wait call The Overhead Door Company of Tampa Bay now and schedule a service call. (813) 885-3667.