The Basics Of Garage Door Repair

Automatic garage doors are a welcome convenience that many Americans can't imagine not having in their home. As the largest moving object in the home, garage doors must be maintained or families risk injury or death as the result of an improperly adjusted way to enter or automatic opener. Residential doors can weigh upwards of 300 pounds. And if a door spring breaks it can fly across the room with such force that it can penetrate a double layer of 5/8" wallboard.

A car parking area door opener is an electric motor appliance that operates at the push of a button. That button sends a signal to the control unit which activates a track-and-pulley system that moves the way to enter. Safety features such as sensors have continuously improved door safety, but of course these features are only effective if they are in proper repair. The first step to ensuring a correctly operating door is to read through your owner's manual and familiarize yourself with the steps you can take to perform basic maintenance and testing.

Always be sure to turn the power off and warn household members before performing any garage door repair or assessment. This includes a visual inspection for signs of wear. It might recommend that you tighten all bolts and possibly lubricate parts such as the hinges, brackets and rollers. The manual should also provide instructions for performing various tests to alert you to any required maintenance. It's recommended that these checks be done monthly. By doing so you will not only ensure the safety and functioning of your entrance but may also prolong its life.

There are many things which could require car parking area entrance repair. Springs can break, transmitters can stop working, cables can stop working or the photo cells can malfunction. You may find you're able to remedy a few problems on your own. For example, if the car parking area opener isn't working, check the power supply, the antenna or the batteries in the remote. The manual will also explain how to adjust the limit switch in the event that the entrance doesn't close or open all the way.

However, in most other cases, if anything is found to be damaged, it's best not to try to perform garage entrance repair on your own. The servicing of moving parts under high tension is best left to a trained professional. The entrance also uses electricity, which can shock or kill if mishandled.