Automatic Door Specialists of Waipahu, HI, employs certified technicians who are well-versed in the popular domain of garage doors. While these doors are built to provide strong, convenient protection for your home and vehicle, garage doors are naturally prone to gradual damage from daily use and exposure to the elements. 

If your property features a garage or overhead door, take advantage of these helpful preventative maintenance tips to keep it in excellent working order and prevent expensive replacements:

• Check The Balance: You can test the balance of your overhead door by disconnecting the opener and pulling the red release handle, lifting the door to its halfway point. If it doesn't stay in place, this is an indication that the counterweight spring system is out of balance, which puts enough stress on your garage door opener to shorten its lifespan. Allow the experts at Automatic Door Specialists to adjust your counterweight system so your home automation can work well longer.
• Check The Rollers: Rollers are small wheels often made of steel or nylon that allow your garage door to roll smoothly on its guiding tracks up and over your vehicle. You can maintain efficient use of your automatic door by inspecting its rollers just about as often as you go to the dentist—twice a year. If your garage door experiences multiple daily movements, you might want to check for worn or broken rollers more often.

• Change The Weatherstripping: Although exposure to rain and wind is inevitable for the exterior of your automatic door, weatherstripping prevents the elements from entering your garage. Because this rubber sealing can become brittle and chip away over time, the experts at Automatic Door Specialists will cut new weatherstripping to your garage door's measurements and slip it into the divots on its interior.

Even by following these preventative maintenance measures, your overhead door might eventually need a full-scale repair from an expert technician. Call Automatic Door Specialists at (808) 678-8880 to schedule an appointment, or visit the website to view a full list of their services on Oahu and the surrounding islands.