If your garage door is giving you problems, there's more at stake than just leaving your car outdoors, it's also a security issue. Although it might be tempting to try to do repairs yourself, it's best to leave it to the pros. If you find yourself not being able to open or close the door, it's time to call in an expert in same day garage door repair. Here are some things to look out for that might indicate that the door is in need of servicing.
Inspect and Lubricate
The best way to avoid trouble is to look for signs of wear on your garage door. You will want to thoroughly check out the rollers and tracks for any signs of rubbing or binding. Most times, you are in your vehicle when your garage door is working and you may not see trouble brewing. Check operation of the door closely by running it up and down a few times. Do you notice anything unusual such as spots that are rubbing or dragging?
Are there any unusual noises coming from the door while it's operating? Squeaks and groans coming from the door wheels and rails might just mean that they need a little grease. You can easily find products specifically made for this purpose at a hardware or home improvement store. If you're hearing loud scrapes, pops or pings, it's probably a good idea to get a professional to take a look.
Garage Door Openers
Now that you are thinking about your garage door, it's a good time to install new batteries in your opener. Investing a couple dollars in batteries will save a lot of regret if you get stuck outside in the rain. Generally speaking, when it comes to batteries, you get what you pay for. Although batteries from a discount store are cheaper and they might do in a pinch, it's better to buy name-brand batteries so you know you're getting the freshest and best quality batteries.
This is also a good time to check the door opener switch on the wall and your garage light. Does the wall switch work right? Do you remember the last time you changed the bulb? If not, it would be a good idea to replace it so that you don't have any problems later. At the same time, clean out the light cover to let more light shine through and avoid any kind of fire hazard from dead bugs trapped inside.
Does Your Door Close All the Way?
If your garage door doesn't close all the way or has a gap at the bottom on one side, it could be a sign that it is misaligned or that the springs need to be adjusted. Misalignment can cause undue stress on the wheels and tracks. If left unattended, it's quite possible that, one day, your door will fail to open or close at all.
Garage door springs are very dangerous and many accidents happen every year when people try to make adjustments themselves. This is because the springs that assist in lifting your door are under a huge amount of tension. If you think the door springs may be the cause of any problems, it's best to let the professionals take care of it for you.
If you would like to speak to one of our professionals about any troubles you are having with your garage door, please contact us. We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
