A garage door is made up of many moving parts. As the largest piece of machinery in your home, the sudden failure of a garage door that you use every day can be extremely dangerous, potentially causing serious injuries or damage to your vehicle.
As well as performing a monthly maintenance inspection yourself, you should have a professional service your garage door at least once a year. This is for several reasons:
Regular inspections of your garage door to ensure it's in good working order can extend its lifespan. Although homeowners should have a garage door professionally serviced each year, a minor garage door maintenance inspection each month doesn't take long and ensures your garage door operates exactly as it is meant to.
From cleaning tracks to lubrication and checking alignment, there are several maintenance checks you can and should perform yourself. However, due to their complexity, some aspects of garage door maintenance, including the springs and opening mechanism, need to be left to the professionals.
If you notice any of the following issues with your garage door, it's likely you're well overdue for a service, and you should call a professional technician to repair the door as soon as possible.
Unusual noises
Grinding, scraping, squeaking, or thudding are noises a homeowner should never ignore when it comes to a garage door because they indicate an underlying problem that needs to be addressed.
Slow response time
If you've tried replacing the batteries and the garage door opener is still slow to respond, it's time to call in the technicians to identify if the problem lies with the openers or some other part of your garage door.
Broken cables, springs or hinges
High-tension springs are responsible for lifting your garage door, so they require regular inspection and maintenance to keep them in good working order. If they break, you could be injured or your property damaged, and you may not be able to open and close your garage door.
Shuddering when open or closing
Shuddering when opening or closing indicates that your garage door may be out of alignment, the tracks may need replacing, or the springs may need re-tensioning. A professional garage door technician can identify the problem and fix it before an expensive replacement part is required.
Regular garage door servicing is not just a maintenance task; it's an investment in your home's functionality and durability. By understanding what sort of maintenance and care homeowners can perform themselves and recognising when to seek professional help, you can ensure your garage door remains a reliable and efficient part of your daily life.
Don't wait for a noisy door or a malfunction to remind you of the importance of servicing. Contact Steel-Line's professional garage door service team today and get peace of mind knowing your garage door will continue operating optimally.
Steel-Line Garage Doors will perform a thorough inspection of your garage door, including lubricating springs, hinges, rollers, and the locking device. We'll also check the door's alignment on the tracks, ensure the motor and electronics are working correctly, check the condition of other parts, such as weather seals, and perform any required repairs.
Call 1300 767 900 to book your service inspection today.