8 Signs You Need Garage Door Track Repair
Tracks are crucial garage door components, so there are several signs you might need garage door track repair. Although durable, the tracks can be affected by wear and tear. Misalignments, impacts, and poor installation can also contribute to problems. Mesa Garage Doors quickly repairs or replaces tracks. When you need a garage door repair, our technicians determine the source of the problem and ensure you can safely use your garage.
- A Track Is Visibly Worn or Damaged
- The Garage Door Is Slow or Shaky
- You Can’t Get the Garage Door to Move
- Loud Noises When Opening or Closing the Garage Door
- The Door Is Lopsided
- A Space Forms Between the Track and Rollers
- The Garage Door Falls Off the Tracks
- Your Energy Bills Are Higher than Usual
Contact us whenever you notice the following signs a garage door track repair may be necessary:
1. A Track Is Visibly Worn or Damaged
Garage door tracks should be flush against the wall and be parallel to one another. A misaligned track can cause your garage door to fall. This can lead to extensive damage and even severe injuries. If a garage door track is slightly bent, it may be straightened with pliers or a claw hammer. But if it’s out of position, creased, cracked, or twisted, contact a garage door repair professional.
2. The Garage Door Is Slow or Shaky
If the door doesn’t move smoothly, the tracks can be lubricated with a silicone spray or white lithium grease. This is also a sign of damage to cables, springs, or pulleys. Problems with other garage door parts can put pressure on the tracks and cause misalignments and damage. A door that moves sluggishly, shakes, vibrates, or stutters as it opens or closes may need its tracks repaired or replaced.
3. You Can’t Get the Garage Door to Move
When an attached garage door is stuck open, the safety and security of your home are at risk. If a detached garage door is stuck closed, your garage’s function is reduced. A stuck garage door is a sign of a serious mechanical issue.
Disengaging the opener and operating the door manually is dangerous if there’s damage to the tracks or other parts. One sign of track damage is if the door does not open; the rollers may be jammed due to a misalignment or another problem. It’s time to call for garage door track repair.
4. Loud Noises When Opening or Closing the Garage Door
When operating your garage door, loud noises, such as popping, screeching, or shuddering, can indicate something’s wrong with the tracks. These sounds can also mean other things. But if your garage door is making noises it never made before, check for any buildup or obstructions in the tracks. Cleaning them can resolve the problem. However, a misalignment can cause metal parts to rub against each other, which can lead to significant damage.
5. The Door Is Lopsided
If the door opens unevenly or is higher or lower on one side, the garage door tracks may not be guiding it properly. This is often because the garage door is partially off the tracks (but check for loose bolts; tightening them can restore smooth performance). However, the problem can lead to additional damage and a complete detachment from the track system, in which case it may fall hard to the ground and break apart.
6. A Space Forms Between the Track and Rollers
The rollers on the side of the garage door and the track should always be in direct contact. If there’s a gap between the rollers and the track, call for help. The tracks may be misaligned if the door rollers start rising off them.
7. The Garage Door Falls Off the Tracks
A garage door track problem can quickly escalate. Broken, loose, or misaligned components tend to break quickly under the weight of the door. Sometimes, an issue may not be noticeable, or a sudden failure can occur without warning.
If the garage door falls off the tracks, don’t try to put it back on your own. You risk inserting a component the wrong way or being injured by heavy parts. Professional garage door track repair is the only way to safely and effectively restore the system.
8. Your Energy Bills Are Higher than Usual
A spike in your monthly utility bill probably doesn’t get you thinking about a bad garage door track. However, worn tracks can increase friction. The garage door opener must then work harder, which in turn increases energy usage. Therefore, garage door track repair or replacement can save you money over time, aside from eliminating safety hazards.
Schedule Garage Door Track Repair Today
If your garage door falls off-track or the tracks appear worn, damaged, or misaligned, contact Mesa Garage Doors. Throughout Southern California, we provide all types of garage door repair. Our trained technicians can fix tracks on any type or model. They also provide a complete inspection to address any other potential issues. Have you noticed any of the signs we’ve mentioned? Call (800) 893-1107 for prompt garage door track repair.
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