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Garage Door Pulleys

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Garage Door Pulleys

Pulleys work together with the extension springs to lift the weight of the door. There are three different types of pulleys that homeowners can find in their garage, depending on which pulley is used as part of the extension spring system.

Good: A press fit pulley is two pieces of metal pressed together to form the working piece. It is likely to split over time due to the pressure from the cables.

Better: A riveted steel pulley is similar to a press fit pulley with the addition of rivets for additional strength. Because it’s not one solid piece of equipment, the pulley can eventually split. It has bearings inside which will also eventually wear.

Best: A solid cast iron pulley has a sealed bearing and often lasts twice as long as a riveted pulley and won’t split as it is made from a single piece of iron.

comparison of pulleys for a garage door
Pinellas County

(727) 474-4842

(727) 474-4842
Hillsborough County

(813) 344-2943

(813) 344-2943
Pasco County

(727) 478-0084

(727) 478-0084
Polk County

(863) 274-3470

(863) 274-3470
Hernando County

(352) 587-5286

(352) 587-5286
Precision Overhead Garage Door
Office: (727) 556-0066
13737 Automobile Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33762

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CRC-1329612