Most of the time, your garage door is just another part of your home security system, providing you with a secure manner in which you can lock your garage and protect your belongings. However, from time to time, there are some issues that can occur that can be challenging, and these can turn into big inconveniences or even potential safety hazards.
Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly faced challenges with garage doors, and what you can do to overcome them.
Garage doors that jam or stick
Unfortunately, this is a problem that can happen all too often to garage doors and it can be incredibly annoying, making it difficult to open and close your garage door easily. If you don’t deal with this when it starts, trying to close your garage door may even result in injury. This issue occurs when dust and other debris gets stuck in the wheel track of the door. Start by cleaning the wheel track to remove the debris and then apply some lubricant specifically designed for this job. If your door continues to cause this issue, then you may want to consider getting a garage door professional to take a look at it.
Your garage door is very noisy
Like fingernails on a blackboard, a screeching garage door can really set your teeth on edge. Fortunately, there is a very easy way in which you can deal with this. Clean the wheels and track thoroughly and then lubricate the area this should be enough to silence the screech. If it continues after you have done this then there may be loose screws and bolts which will need to be tightened, and this is a job for a garage door technician.
The door closes too quickly
When your garage door closes too quickly, it can be a potential safety risk. The reason that this is happening could be as a result of a loose spring or cable. This is not something you should try to fix on your own due to the high tension in the springs themselves. A garage door technician will be able to resolve the problem for you.
Failures with your remote control
Automated garage doors are a fantastic addition to the world of garage doors but unfortunately, they can offer their own issues. It is usually a case of a drained battery, if your remote control isn’t working properly. However, if a change of batteries does not resolve this then you may need to have it looked at by a professional.
Damaged or worn springs
The springs in your garage door are essential to its correct operation. They make the opening process smooth and help to balance the movements. Over time they can become rusty or worn, and this can result in harsh closing or uneven movement of the door, which can result in damage to the door itself. This is another job that will require the assistance of a professional to correct.
Panel damage
Weather and the impacts of natural wear and tear can result in damage to the panels of your garage door. In some cases, this damage may be only cosmetic. However, damaged panels will not provide the same insulation qualities to your garage and the balance of the door may be compromised which could affect its balance, something which could result in injury. When this happens, it may be better to replace the entire door.
Doesn’t open and close properly all the time.
One final issue that can occur with your garage door is that it may start opening and closing inconsistently. This may be an issue with the settings on your door opener and using the manufacturer’s guidelines should reset it. If this doesn’t work, then you should consult a professional.
