Context
User is building a 3-car garage and wants to integrate garage door control and status into their Home Assistant setup. Two doors will have openers, the third bay will contain a car lift and won’t have an opener. User values smart functionality and wants peace of mind while on vacation.
Key Points
- Home Assistant works well with Genie openers using Aladdin Connect (official integration).
- Drive type comparison:
- Belt: Quietest, great for garage with living space above.
- Chain: Budget-friendly, louder.
- Screw: Fast but higher maintenance and not ideal for cold climates.
- Wall mount openers like the Genie 6172H-B are ideal for garages with lifts or low overhead clearance.
- Genie wall mount models include built-in Aladdin Connect and are compatible with torsion spring systems.
- Installation is DIY-friendly for skilled users with standard tools.
- Safety consideration: doors must be properly balanced; torsion springs should not be adjusted without training.
Actions
- Install 2 Genie wall mount openers on powered garage doors. — order:: Garage Door Openers Order — stage:: 6
- Add Home Assistant integration using Aladdin Connect. — order:: Garage Door Openers Order — stage:: 6
- Optional: add a contact sensor to the 3rd door to monitor open/closed status. — order:: Garage Door Openers Order — stage:: 6
- Plan automations for vacation mode (e.g., nightly door check, remote alerts). — order:: Garage Door Openers Order — stage:: 6