Regular maintenance of your garage door can help keep it running smoothly and quietly. Scheduling regular maintenance on your door with Fix This Garage Door would include:
- Lubricating rollers, hinges, springs, and chain rail
- Safety check of travel and force limits on the motor
- Test safety sensors to insure door will go back up if it bumps into something
- Check the balance of the door to make sure the spring is working properly
- Check hinges for cracks and loose screws
- Check the chain/belt to make sure it isn’t loose
When performing a garage door safety check yourself, you can:
- Check the sensors: Test the sensors to see if they reverse the direction of the door if they detect an object. Garage doors are heavy and can cause serious injury if they close on someone or something.
- Inspect the springs: Springs are an important but dangerous part of a garage door. If your garage door is older, have a professional inspect the springs and replace them if needed.
- Check the door components: Inspect the cables, rollers, pulleys, and springs to make sure they are working properly.
- Check the hardware: Look for signs of wear and tear on the hardware. Do not try to replace the cables yourself, as they are under high tension and can cause serious injury if not handled by a professional.
- Check the weather seal: The weather seal helps keep the door closed to prevent water damage, air leaks, and debris from getting in.
- Perform a visual inspection: Look for obvious problems, such as cracks or holes in the door.
- Clean the garage door: Clean the garage door mechanism once a month to remove dust and grease.
You can also check that the door opens and closes without difficulty, stays on the track, and stays open when it’s fully or half open.
Signs that to door needs maintenance:
- Loud noises like pops, bangs, squeaks, and squeals
- Failure to fully close
- Door reverses without hitting anything
- Door doesn’t stay up fully when detached from motor
Keeping your door in proper working order can be easy and quick if your remember to check it regularly. Fix This Garage Door offers lube & tunes to help you with this simple task. Call and schedule one soon!
