Garage Doors and Motors

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At Planet Automation, we are dedicated to bringing you top-quality garage doors and garage door motors. With a focus on excellence, we specialize in supplying, installing, repairing, and maintaining locally manufactured garage doors. Our team of professionally trained technicians is committed to ensuring the security and convenience of your garage door.

Your garage door is more than just a panel. In most cases, it is people’s first impression of your home and also your silent protector.

Whether you’re in Sea Point, Durbanville, or even Constantia, Planet Automation offers Cape Town’s homeowners a range of garage doors and motors designed to match your lifestyle, architecture and security needs.

Why You should Choose Planet Automation to Supply, Install and Maintain

• Local expertise
We understand Cape Town’s terrain, weather, and architectural styles—down to the suburb.
• Fast, professional installation
Our technicians are prompt, precise, and passionate about quality.
• WhatsApp-based support
Real-time updates, remote diagnostics, and friendly service at your fingertips.
• Tailored advice
We help you choose the right door and motor combo for your home, lifestyle, and budget.
• Trusted reputation
From Hout Bay to Bellville, homeowners trust us to protect what matters most.

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Garage Door Options for Cape Town Homes

 
Roll-Up Garage Doors
• Space-saving design: Rolls into a compact drum above the opening. Therefore, ideal for homes with limited ceiling space.
• Durable and low-maintenance: Built to withstand wind, salt air, and daily use.
• Perfect for coastal suburbs: Bloubergstrand, Hout Bay, and Muizenberg benefit from its corrosion-resistant materials.
• Smooth vertical lift: No outward swing—great for short driveways or tight parking spots.
• Pairs perfectly with Centurion RDO or Digi roller motors.
Sectional Garage Doors
• Modern, multi-panel design: Lifts vertically and slides into the ceiling.
• Highly insulated: Keeps garages warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
• Ideal for energy conscious homes in areas like Rondebosch and Constantia.
Tip-Up Doors
• Classic single-panel tilt design: Swings outward and upward.
• Simple mechanism: Easy to maintain and operate
• Suits traditional homes and heritage properties.

The Benefits of Regular Garage Door Maintenance

Cape Town’s unique climate can be tough on garage doors and motors. Therefore, regular maintenance ensures they both stay reliable and safe for you and your family

• Prevents costly breakdowns
Catching wear-and-tear early avoids expensive repairs or full replacements.
• Extends lifespan
Well maintained doors and motors last longer, saving you money in the long run.
• Improves safety
Ensures sensors, springs, and auto-reverse functions are working properly. Protecting your family and vehicles.
• Keeps performance smooth and quiet
Lubrication and alignment checks eliminate grinding, squeaking or jerky movement.
• Protects against Cape Town’s coastal corrosion
Regular cleaning and inspections prevent rust and salt damage. Especially in seaside suburbs.
• Ensures load-shedding readiness
Battery backups and manual overrides are tested and ready when you need them most.

Garage Door Motor Options

Doorman SD03

800Nm Torque
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Magic Lift

1000Nm Torque
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Digi-One

1000Nm Torque
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NICE Blue Advance Pico

600Nm Torque
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NICE Blue Advanced

1000Nm Torque
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NICE Advanced Hi Speed

250Nm Torque
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Doorman RDO2

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NICE Blue Advanced Roll-Up

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Centurion Roll-Up

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Areas We Cover in Cape Town:

City Bowl, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Flats, West Coast, Northern Suburbs, Southern Suburbs, South Peninsula, Airport & Eastern Suburbs, Cape Winelands (Greater Region)

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