Your garage door and its parts are susceptible to wear and tear damages, especially if you use the garage as the main entrance to the house. However, some of the issues can’t be easily detected. For that reason, it is important to have a regular garage door maintenance routine to prevent major issues.
Here are the main maintenance tasks you should do every six months to keep your garage door at its best condition.
Check the Springs
Garage door springs are responsible for lifting the door. Thus, their failure heavily affects the mechanism of the garage door system. Here are some signs of damaged springs:
- A misaligned movement of the door
- Unwound cables
- Slow opening or closing
- Squeaky noises upon movement
- Heavier door when opened manually
If you notice any of these signs, it is recommended to contact an expert company for a garage door spring repair.
Clean the Track
The track is the fixed pathway where the rollers travel during the opening or closing of the garage door. Sometimes, there could be dirt and debris along the track that should be cleared right away, as obstructions may cause heavier strain, which reduces the expected lifespan of the garage door rollers and track.
Lubricate the Rollers
Rollers make the garage door move smoothly and efficiently. Without the rollers, the sides of the door will experience an extreme amount of friction that makes the door difficult to lift.
In time, rollers and their bearing will find it hard to move along the track. Lubricating them is necessary for a smoother movement.
Garage door professionals recommend lubricating the rollers at least every six months. Moreover, aside from the rollers, the bearings, hinges, locks, and springs also need lubrication regularly.
Check Safety Mechanism
Aside from the garage door opener and the door itself, modern garage door openers now use safety devices to prevent damages and injuries.
For instance, sensors are devices placed at each side of the garage door. They emit signals at a level. When blocked, they will prevent the door from closing to avoid damaging the car or injuring people right under the door.
Along with the sensors, openers have the limit switch which is responsible to reverse a closing door if it thinks it hit something or someone when closing.
As these are safety mechanisms that protect the garage and people, it is necessary to check them during a maintenance routine.
Conclusion
Garage door maintenance is essential to keep your garage door and its parts working in their top condition, and good maintenance routine should prevent costly repairs or replacements in the future.
It is recommended to do the regular maintenance routine by yourself to save the cost of a professional. However, if you do spot a problem, it is recommended to call a local company for a garage door repair.
This article is sponsored by Naperville Garage Door Repair, offering professional, fast and reliable garage door repair service in Naperville and the surrounding suburbs. Contact them at (630) 687-8923 or visit www.napervillebestgaragedoorrepair.com.
