Your garage door and opener require maintenance to keep them in working condition and provide you with safety and security. C&C Garage Doors in Middletown, OH, helps area homeowners take care of their overhead doors. In between annual professional inspections, they say there are a few steps you can take to ensure the door and opener are working properly. 

How to Maintain Your Garage Door 

To ensure your garage opens smoothly, test its balance every few months. First, close the door, and disconnect the carriage from its chain or belt. Then, pull the release handle. You’ll now be able to lift it manually. Try opening the door about halfway and letting go: If it stays stationary, it’s properly balanced; if not, contact a repair technician. After performing this test, reconnect the carriage by simply moving it back towards the opener until it clicks into place. 

Additionally, to prevent wear and tear, ensure the door is properly lubricated. This maximizes the life span of its components, as well as minimizes noise when the door opens and closes. Simply oil the hinges when the door starts to get louder. Leave its bolts and torsion springs up to a professional, as these components require special care. 

How to Maintain the Opener

Your opener uses sensors to keep you safe. If there’s something in the way while the door is closing, it should reverse automatically. Many also have sensors designed to be tripped if something crosses the path of the closing door while it’s in operation. You can test the sensors by placing a small board under the door. Close it, and see whether or not it reverses when it comes into contact with the board. To test photo eye sensors, close the door and wave something in front of the sensor’s eye. The door should reverse direction immediately. 

For more than 20 years, the professionals from C&C Garage Doors have been providing area residents with affordable installation and maintenance services. They will ensure your garage door is working properly and fix any issues. To learn more, call them today at (513) 423-6205, or visit them online.