How Do I Know When My Garage Door Needs Repair?

Quick answer: Your garage door likely needs repair if it moves unevenly, makes grinding or banging noises, stops or reverses for no reason, lets in drafts, or has a broken spring or frayed cable. Stop using the opener when a spring or cable fails. Overhead Door Company of Battle Creek, Jackson & Ann Arbor offers same-day service calls.

It’s important to know the signs that your garage door needs repair to ensure that it’s functioning properly and efficiently. If you notice any of the following, it’s likely time for a repair:

Temperature Changes

If you notice temperature changes in the area of your garage door, this could be an indication that there is damage or wear-and-tear on the seals and insulation around it. This can cause drafts and may mean more energy is needed to keep your home at a comfortable temperature.

Uneven Movement

A working garage door should move up and down evenly when opening or closing without adding any extra pressure on one side of the track versus another. If this isn’t happening, then an experienced technician should inspect what might be causing uneven movement before further damage occurs due to excessive stress on one area of the system over another.

Strange Noises

Unusual noises such as screeching, grinding or rumbling are never good signs when they come from your garage door! It’s best to get these checked out sooner rather than later because they could be caused by worn out parts or misaligned components within its structural frame or motor drive system – both issues which need immediate attention before long term problems cost more money in repairs down the line!

No Response From Remote Controls

Not being able open your door with remote controls can often indicate something wrong with either its power source (which requires professional assistance) or simply low battery levels in batteries inside those controllers (which are usually easily fixable).

With all things considered, if you feel as though your garage door isn’t working quite like it used to then having an experienced technician check it out is always wise just in case minor problems become major ones!

Garage Door Repair FAQs

How can I tell if a garage door spring is broken?

A broken torsion spring usually shows a visible gap in the coil above the door, and you may have heard a loud bang. The door may feel very heavy, rise only a few inches, or the opener may strain and stop. Don't keep running the opener, as that can damage both the opener and the door.

Is it safe to use my garage door if it's making noise?

A little noise is normal, but new grinding, scraping or popping sounds mean a part is worn or out of place. Using a door with a frayed cable, broken spring or off-track roller can make the damage worse or let the door fall, so stop using it and have it checked.

Why won't my garage door close all the way?

The most common cause is a blocked or misaligned safety sensor near the floor. Make sure nothing is in the beam, check that the sensor lights are on, and wipe the lenses clean. If the door still reverses, the problem may be the opener settings, the track or the door's balance.

Should I repair or replace my garage door?

Repair it when the problem is a single part, such as a spring, cable, roller or one damaged section. Consider replacement when several sections are damaged, the door is rusted or badly dented, or repairs keep adding up. A technician can tell you which makes more sense after inspecting the door.

Can you repair any brand of garage door?

Yes. Our garage door repair team services all brands, and all service is warrantied. Technicians work out of our Battle Creek, Jackson and Ann Arbor locations. Call (800) 962-3141, call the location nearest you, or use the Schedule Service form to book a visit.