Things to Consider Before Getting Garage Door Repair

Service

Garage door repairs are often done by the homeowners. There

five things you need to check before you call a professional.

 Sometimes, there are things that you can fix yourself. For instance,

you can often fix your squeaky

garage door by simply lubricating it. However, if it is something

more serious like damage to the the springs, then it’s time for you

to call for a garage door repair service.

Before you proceed to check your garage door you should make sure

that you have unplugged the garage door opener to avoid an electric

shock. When you check your garage door, you will most likely be standing on a ladder, which is a bad place to get shocked by the electricity. Aside from getting an electric shock, there is also a chance that you might fall from the ladder so ensure that is

secured properly. Also you may need to wear safety goggles for protection from any dust, grease, loose bolts or

screws.

Now that you know what to do before checking the garage door, here are the things you need to

check before hiring a company for a garage door repair service.Metal Tracks

Metal tracks often get damaged. If you see that your tracks are

broken, use a wood block and a hammer to fix the damaged part.

This will straighten the track.

Alignment of the TracksIf the tracks are not aligned

properly, you cannot use the door properly as it will most likely jam. If this problem occurs you might just need to loosen the screws or bolts and tap the tracks slightly to align

the tracks. You may also use a level to check if the alignment is perfect.

Filthy TracksDirty tracks may also cause the

garage door not to work properly. To fix this problem you need to remove the dirt that causes the

door to stick. You may use regular cleaners to clean the

area.

Squeaky Tracks and RollersIf the door rollers are hard to run along the tracks you may need to lubricate them. Apply a silicone or lubrication spray to these parts. Make sure that you do it after cleaning these areas for better

lubrication.

Loose Bolts and ScrewsBolts and screws tend to become

loose since you may open and close the door several times a day. If this

happens, you just need to tighten the screws and bolt to fix the problem. If the problem has made the whole too large you can fill them up with fillers

to tighten the bolts and screws.These are things you can check and

fix yourself without needing the help of

professional services.

If the problem is in the garage door springs

 however,  then that’s time to get a garage door spring replacement

 service from a professional company. This can be quite a dangerous job and you are

better off letting them use their skills to do the job for you.

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