The humble garage door – our stalwart sentinel safeguarding vehicles and weekend warrior tools. But even the sturdiest guardians can succumb to wear and tear, leaving you wrestling with malfunctioning mayhem. Fear not! This guide empowers you to tackle common garage door issues, DIY style (or call in the pros if needed).
Broken garage door spring
Garage doors have some common problems that most homeowners will encounter at some point. To ease any panic or stress, this list compiles the most common garage door problems and the best ways to fix them.
Unbalanced garage door
Garage doors do not always work as expected. They may be too loud, too slow, close on their own, or something simply seems off. If the door is functioning fine but still seems unusual, it may be that the door is unbalanced. To tell if a door is balanced, look at its bottom as it opens. If it is not parallel to the ground, it is unbalanced.
Broken opener
Most homeowners do not spend much time inspecting their garage doors, as they’re used regularly without much thought. After a while, though, the opener can become outdated, enough that it no longer works or that an upgrade with better technology, such as Wi-Fi control from a smartphone, is necessary.
No matter the cause, professional services are recommended, as they can get the job done in one afternoon and their services are all inclusive. A professional will install any kind of door opener and their quotes typically include labor, haul away & disposal services.
Non-functioning rollers
Rollers are a small but crucial part of a garage door, as the door cannot function without them. This is a pretty simple fix that most homeowners can do themselves with Teflon-coated rollers, the quietest rollers on the market. Hiring a professional, however, saves time and they usually check to make sure the door is balanced at the end of a job, adding assurance that everything is working correctly.
