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Even though you might not think about it often, your garage door is an important part of your home. Regular maintenance is the key to smooth performance. Avoid emergencies by hiring a professional garage door contractor to inspect and maintain your system on a regular basis.
If your garage door is not operating properly, you’ll want to get it fixed as soon as possible to avoid disrupting your life, especially if you park your car in the garage. It’s important to call a professional who has the experience to diagnose and properly address issues, especially since garage doors can be dangerous.
Some situations call for complete garage door replacement. If your garage door is damaged beyond repair, or your home is getting a total makeover, you have a wide range of new door options to choose from. Many different materials, styles, and colors are available, so you will be able to find something that has great performance and perfectly complements your home’s aesthetic.
Garage door maintenance tasks that you can perform yourself include a visual inspection of the garage door system inside the garage and cleaning and lubricating hinges, springs, and roller bearings. Be cautious when cleaning and lubricating components of the garage door system, especially the springs. The springs are under high tension and can cause injury if mishandled. Plastic parts should not be lubricated.
If you see any parts that show signs of damage or wear, call a garage door company to examine the parts and assess the need for repair or replacement. Since garage doors are heavy moving objects, repairs are best left to professionals.
Common issues with garage doors include broken openers, broken or damaged springs, broken or missing cables, grinding noises during door operation, and unbalanced doors.
If you are having garage door opener issues, make sure that the opener is plugged into its outlet. Check the outlet and circuit breaker before calling a professional.
In the event that you do need repairs to your garage door system components, call a professional to ensure the safety of you, your family, and your property.
Garage door materials include steel, aluminum, vinyl, plastic, wood, and fiberglass. Each material comes in an array of designs to match any home’s architectural style. Garage doors also come in a wide range of colors, and most garage door materials are easy to paint.
The range of choices may be overwhelming, so ask your garage door contractor for recommendations and make a list of features you would like the door to have to narrow down your selection.
