Common Garage Door Issues
A working knowledge of your garage door will help you take care of them so that they will last the life of your home. A common garage door can last for decades if it has been cared for properly during your stay in the home.
Loud Noises
When you are running your garage door opener, you may hear loud noises coming from your garage doors. You may notice that the garage door is squeaking, and you might notice that the tracks are squealing as they move the door.
When you are experiencing these loud noises, you need to oil or grease the hinges and track. The hinges can break the door if they are too stiff, and the track can snag at any time if it is too dry.
It Is Not Level
Many garage doors will not close flat to the ground when you close them. You will notice that one side of the garage door is a little higher than another. This can allow rats or mice to get into the garage. Also, this will allow water and debris to get into the space. The space will get cold in the winter, and it will be much hotter in the summer.
The Door Does Not Move Evenly
When the garage door is not moving evenly as it closes, you need to make sure that both the springs are the same length. The springs on your garage door hold the tension in the door when it is closed, but these springs have to be the same length.
If one of the springs is shorter than another, you will need to make sure that you replace one of them. The springs have to be the same length if you want the door to move evenly.
When you are trying to take care of your garage doors, you must be aware of the common problems listed above. Each of the issues can be solved if you understand why they are happening.
Is your garage door making these common sounds in your High Point home? Don't hesitate, and Call Triad American Door today at (336) 434-3471, to find out how the professionals can fix it.
