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Garage Door Pulleys

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
Fort Collins Area

(970) 541-2009

(970) 541-2009
Loveland Area

(970) 612-8030

(970) 612-8030
Greeley Area

(970) 230-6872

(970) 230-6872
Berthoud Area

(970) 480-5125

(970) 480-5125
Wellington Area

(970) 682-4116

(970) 682-4116
Precision Garage Door Fort Collins
Office: (970) 541-9995
1418 E Magnolia St
Unit B

Fort Collins, CO 80524
Precision Garage Door of Loveland
Office: (970) 541-2623
2187 E. 11th Street
Loveland, CO 80537