Some of the most severe problems a garage door can have are related to faulty or broken springs. This is because the springs supply the lifting force for the door and are therefore under tremendous tension: get careless, and the heavy door can come crashing down in an instant. Because of this, you should always […]
Garage door springs are the large springs that make it easy for the door to be raised with the garage door opener or even manually, despite weighing in the hundreds of pounds. A door with a faulty or broken spring may get stuck, refuse to rise, suffer further damages, or even come crashing down on […]
Garage door springs do the bulk of the hard work when it comes to closing and opening a garage door. As such, they’re one of the most important parts of any door, and having damaged or broken garage door springs can make the door inoperable or even hazardous. Unfortunately, most homeowners don’t understand how garage […]
Nobody wants to make an unnecessary investment in their house. After all, spending money on a new TV or a costly appliance is rarely more cost-effective than just repairing the ones you already have. Same applies to your garage door: you should only replace it when it makes sense to do so. But how do […]
Modern roll-up garage doors are made of at least three hinged steel or wooden panels. Like any other part of a house, these panels will eventually degrade as a result of being exposed to wind, weather, and regular wear and tear. Occasionally, they may even get bumped into by a vehicle. The end result is […]
An automatic garage door is not just a great quality-of-life upgrade for your home: it can also substantially increase the value of your property. Unfortunately, like all mechanical devices, these doors suffer natural wear and tear that eventually causes them to malfunction in some way. When this occurs, you have to make sure your garage […]
Every now and then, you may find yourself with a mechanical garage door that needs to be opened by hand. This may be due to a power outage, a mechanical malfunction, or just as a test to make sure your garage door is working as intended. That’s where the emergency release cord comes in. As […]
To say that a stuck garage door is an inconvenience would be a massive understatement. The only thing worse than that is when your garage door starts randomly closing and opening on its own. Unfortunately, many Americans have had their day disrupted or their belongings stolen as a result of a faulty garage door. Contacting […]
The safety sensors are a crucial part of your garage door opening system. They serve to detect obstructions and prevent the door from closing in order to keep you and your property safe. However, your garage door sensors need proper alignment if they are to work properly. While it’s always advisable to reach out to […]
It’s an understatement to say that garage door problems are an inconvenience. Unfortunately, as garage door openers are complex mechanisms, it is not uncommon for issues to occur if the door hasn’t been properly maintained. If you are experiencing problems, you should be aware of some basic garage door troubleshooting tips that can help you […]