Performing Timely Garage Door Maintenance and Repairs

Garage door openers can last for many years, as long as you take good care of your garage door system. The opener is responsible for opening and closing the garage door, but the garage door springs hold the heavy weight of the door while it's in the open position or moving. If you hear your garage door straining, or you notice it's moving more slowly than normal, it's time to get your system serviced to see what is going on. When you have a problem with loud noises, your garage door changing direction, or your opener won't engage, a garage door repair technician will be able to resolve the problem. 

If a Garage Door Spring Snaps

If you discover a broken garage door spring, you will need to call for a repair to replace the spring. It is not safe for you to try and replace the spring, as they are tightly coiled metal and can hurt you if they snap. Your garage door spring can snap if it's old, if there is too much tension on the spring, or when it's getting adjusted too tightly. A technician will be able to replace the broken garage door springs for you.

When Your Garage Door Opens Slowly

You might notice that your garage door opener is not able to open your garage door as quickly as before. If this is happening, the problem could be an opener that is starting to fail, a loose tension spring, or a combination of both. Pay attention to how your garage door closes. If it closes fast, the spring is not holding the heavy weight of the door for you.

Noises When Your Door Is Opening and Closing

New noises can come from a variety of sources. Your opener may be struggling, there could be debris in your tracks, or the wheels on your garage door could need lubrication. Look for any debris in your tracks, and lubricate the wheels on your garage door if you are able. If the noise is coming from your opener, it is best to have your opener serviced by a professional.

Your garage door can work for years with minimal upkeep. Strange noises or a poorly functioning system should be investigated by a technician to uncover what is going on. Your issue may be a loose tension spring, debris in the tracks, or an opener that is starting to fail.

Contact a local service provider, such as All Service Garage Doors, LLC, to learn more.