The Best Garage Door Maintenance Tips

It’s important to keep your garage door in the best condition at all times in order to maintain your property’s security.

Regular maintenance is the best way to achieve this, so let’s look at some handy garage door maintenance tips that will ensure yours remains in good condition for years to come.

1. Observe and listen to your door

One of the easiest ways to spot if your door has a problem is to look and listen to it while in operation. If you notice any dents, jerky movements or grating and scraping sounds, it’s time to call in expert help to prevent issues from worsening.  

2. Lubricate moving parts

Friction can cause wear and tear on hinges, rollers, tracks and other moving parts of your garage door. By simply applying some lubricant to these areas, you can ensure smooth operation and prevent faults from occurring. 

3. Test the door’s balance 

Even a slight unbalance can create all kinds of problems for your garage door. To make sure your door is well-balanced, ensure it’s in a closed position and disconnect the opener by releasing the handle and placing the door in manual operation mode. Then, manually lift the door about halfway and release it. If the door is correctly balanced it should remain in place. If not, there is an issue that needs to be addressed. 

4. Clean the tracks

Dirt, dust and debris can all build up on your door’s tracks over time, causing it to operate less effectively. Simply cleaning the tracks with a brush or cloth can help keep your door moving smoothly.  

5. Tighten hardware 

Over time, screws, bolts, nuts and other hardware elements may come loose. Take some time to tighten up these things if necessary. 

Here at SAA Industrial & Garage Door Specialists, we offer a leading garage door maintenance service that will ensure your doors are always in the best condition possible. This includes garage door repairs, cleaning of garage door springs and other elements, and much more. To make use of this garage door maintenance or to find out more about what we do, get in touch with our team today.