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How to fix common garage door problems

Garage door problems can happen suddenly, but not all problems have to require the help of a local garage door repair company. These common issues can be solved with some troubleshooting knowledge.

• Issue: The door won't open. 
  • Solution: Check the wireless remote battery. Make sure a power loss did not trigger the manual lock.
    
    
• Issue: The door begins to close, then stops. 
  • Solution: Wipe the sensors. Clear the ground of any small rocks or debris that could be triggering sensors.
    
    
• Issue: The door makes loud noises while opening and/or closing. 
  • Solution: Use a dirt-repelling lubricant to stop the noise caused by the chains and rollers.
    
    

If your garage door hits the ground loudly, made a loud snapping noise, or seems out of alignment, you may have a serious issue with the springs or coils. Those problems require professional attention.

Regular garage door maintenance can often save homeowners from making an emergency call to a garage door repair company. This includes regularly lubricating the chains and rollers, cleaning the sensors, and removing debris from around the door.

 

Which garage door style should I get?

There are many garage door style options, aside from just single or double bay. Each style has its own benefits and setbacks. Consider everything your garage door will be exposed to while selecting your options. Some styles will require more garage door maintenance than others. The design, weight, exposure, and daily use can affect the amount of garage door repairs that will be needed in its lifetime.

• Type: Swing-out and slide-style openings require more space yet are usually considered more eye-pleasing than the classic roll-up style.
• Windows: Windows along the garage door allow for light to enter yet run the risk of being broken.
• Material: Wood is a popular material due to its appearance, yet it deteriorates the fastest. Steel is the most durable but is also the heaviest. Aluminum and fiberglass are lightweight and salt-water resistant but are easily dented.
• Motor Styles: Screw, chain, and belt motors all come with their own set of potential issues and benefits. The motor styles should be considered when selecting the type of door.
  
  

Other add-ons, such as motion sensor lighting and cameras, can enhance the value and security of your garage. Ask your garage door repair company about insulation to save on energy costs.

  

What to do when your garage door remote is lost or stolen

Maybe your wireless garage door remote was lost to a nook in your car, fell out of your purse on the walk to the office, or was run over in the driveway. Either way, your wireless garage door remote is gone. You don't need to contact a garage door repair company immediately. Here's how you can replace a lost or broken remote:

• Look at the motor or instruction manual for the make and model. Search online to find out if you can order a replacement from the company.
• Buy a universal remote.
• Get the app. Many modern garage doors can be operated with a smart phone app. Not only are the apps typically free of costs, they can also be programmed to control the light and temperature of your garage.
• Most units have a manual trigger in the event of a power loss. This means your car is not stuck inside (or outside) of the garage. You will need to pull the manual release to open and shut the door until your replacement remote arrives. A garage door maintenance technician or the instruction manual should be able to identify the release chain.
  
  

If you are concerned about someone using your lost remote to gain access to your home, disable the remote. Refer to the system's instruction manual that explains garage door maintenance. There should be a section on how to disable all remote access. Then, simply reprogram the remote you still have in your possession.

 

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