When a garage door breaks, it can be tricky, if not downright impossible, to get in and out of your home. We have all become dependent on simply pushing a button and having the garage door open and close for us. When it doesn't work and needs to be repaired, we are often lost. Luckily, everything you need to know about not only repairing your garage door when it breaks but also keeping it in top shape is right here.
12 December 2019
Whenever you open and close your garage doors, you are probably used to the normal sounds that it makes as the panels fold up while the rolls travel along the tracks. However, lately, you may have noticed that the door makes loud popping noises whenever it is in motion. If so, there are a couple of possible causes of this issue. 1. Hinges Between the Door Panels Are Either Loose or Damaged
11 December 2019
Your garage door is heavy, but it glides up and down easily thanks to the spring. A bad garage door spring is dangerous because the heavy door could fall when the spring snaps. A spring can break at any time, but it's common for a spring to snap when the door is closed since the spring is under a lot of tension then. Here's how to deal with a broken spring.
6 December 2019
When you have a business with a loading dock, warehouse, or garage, industrial or commercial garage doors are a must. If you are looking for an industrial garage door, there are some specific things you should check for. The following is some information about industrial garage doors and how they are different from your garage door at home: What Is the Main Difference Between Commercial and Residential Garage Doors? In theory, an industrial and residential garage door are designed to do the same job, which is to secure and protect the items inside your space from unwanted entry.
2 December 2019
Garage door tension springs are tightly coiled metal that can break without warning. Your tension springs will last about 5 to 7 years and may need to be adjusted periodically by your garage door repair specialist. You might hear a tension spring snap, and you will see visible proof as to why you shouldn't touch tension springs without knowing what you are doing. The spring will spread across your garage, leaving no doubt that the spring has snapped.
26 November 2019
The only thing more frustrating than pushing your garage door button and not having the door open is pushing the button and not having the door close. You may quickly become frustrated if you are not sure how to protect your contents with the door wide open, don't want to let the rain get in, and don't have the first idea of how to fix the problem. Here are some of the common problems that might be coming into play.
25 November 2019
Many people don't spend a lot of time thinking about their home's garage door. But like anything else in a home, a garage door can wear out over time and will eventually need to be replaced. Not only can the garage door itself begin to deteriorate, the springs and tracks can also stop working properly. If your home's garage door is original to the home or many years old, it may be time to contact local garage door companies to request quotes to have a new garage door installed.
22 November 2019
Of all the things in your home that need maintenance, your garage door and its components may occasionally fall by the wayside. Making sure your doors open and close is important for the safety and security of your home, so to make sure they last as long as possible, here are three maintenance steps to make sure are on your garage door services checklist. Clean and Lubricate As part of basic maintenance, you should make sure that some of the moving parts of your garage system are both clean and properly lubricated.
19 November 2019
It can be frustrating to pull up to your garage and the door just won't open. Some problems can be fixed in a few minutes, while others require more extensive repairs or replacement. The following can help you narrow down to the exact reason why your door is failing to operate. #1: Broken Spring The garage door is lifted by springs or a combination of springs and cables. The torsion spring, which is the most likely culprit, reaches from the garage door to the automatic opener.
17 November 2019
To avoid wear and problems with your garage door, it is important to do a routine inspection to catch problems before they get worse. It is a good idea to do this inspection annually and have a garage door opener repair service help with repairs to the opener to ensure your door is safe. The following garage door inspection guide will help you identify wear and problems that need to be addressed before they get worse and cause damage to your opener:
16 November 2019
