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Simple DIY Garage Door Repairs You Can Do Yourself

How’s your garage door working these days? Does it open and close slower than it used to? Are your springs rusty, loose or brittle in places? Are the bolts loose? Are any panels missing? Sometimes it’s best to just bite the bullet when it comes to garage doors repair.

Tighten Any Loose Parts

There are some easy repairs on your garage door you can do yourself. Start by tightening all the bolts and screws. This is something you should do every few months or so. It can eliminate a lot of that noisy rattle so your door runs smoother. It also protects the parts of your garage door from wearing out prematurely.

Check Your Springs

It’s also a good idea to inspect your springs every few months or so. Look for any signs of rust, brittleness, or stretching. If you notice problems, call a professional for an inspection. Do not try to fix the springs yourself.

Straighten the Tracks

Check your tracks to make sure they’re perfectly straight. Vertical tracks should be perfectly straight and about the same height on either side. To straighten them out, loose the bolts that hold it in place. (Don’t remove them!) Tap the tracks back into a straight position and tighten the bolts.

An Overview of Common Types of Overhead Doors

Are you in the market for an overhead commercial garage door for your business? It helps to be familiar with the different types and styles available. Traditional overhead doors are the most common and function very similarly to your residential garage door. They lift via rollers along a traditional track or rail until they are horizontal to the ceiling. They are sectioned together by long slats held together by hinges. Roll up doors roll up into a single coil when lifted. On roll up doors, the slats are much thinner and more flexible. The beauty of roll up doors is they can be used in a confined space. Scissor gates are not exactly garage doors, but can be an ideal choice for a business that just wants to secure its front entryway. These gates move from left to right (or vice versa) like a sliding door and lock like a normal door once closed.