Your garage is beneficial for a number of reasons, from keeping your vehicles safe to stowing away personal items. However, when your garage door begins to succumb to wear and tear, you’ll need to act quickly to maintain your amenity. But how can you tell if it is better to repair or replace it? Here are some factors you should consider when weighing your options to help you make the right decision for your home.

Guide to Garage Door Repair or Replacement

Sudden Breakdown

If you try to open your garage door, and you find it won’t budge, don’t panic. First, check if the batteries are dead in your opener—you can do this by using the manual button on the inside of the garage. If that’s not the issue, call a professional to quickly determine the problem. Most issues are usually caused by sensor or wheel-track issues, which only require simple, inexpensive repairs. 

Over 20 Years Old

If you’re dealing with continuous issues with your garage door, or it has suffered serious damage from weather or external problems, it might be time for a replacement. If you do need to install a new garage door, take advantage of a better model, which can reduce your energy costs with better insulation, improve the appearance of the garage itself, and provide safer storage for your vehicles and personal belongings.

Unsafe Door

The average garage door is opened and closed over 300 times a year, with the average garage door springs having a 10,000-use cycle. If you are unsure about how long you have been using the same springs, it could come loose and injure someone, especially if your garage door is older or has issues with the safety cable. A professional can replace these, but if the internal workings have not been running properly for some time, new springs won’t fix a bad door. That’s when it’s a good time to talk to a professional garage door service about your options for a full replacement.

A professional inspection to determine if you should repair or replace your garage door is vital to your safety and the security of your home. The experts at C&C Garage Doors in Middletown, OH, provide a variety of services, including garage door opener repair and garage door installation and maintenance to ensure your amenity works properly and keeps you safe. Call (513) 423-6205 to schedule an appointment with their team, and visit them online for more information.