If you’ve ever sat in frustration watching your garage door inch up the track, you may wonder whether slow operation is normal. Fortunately, the team at Libby’s Expert Door Installations has repaired many slow doors in Millmont, PA. Here, they explain how to determine if your door’s operation is unusual and what to do if it’s slower than normal.

What’s Considered Normal

Before getting upset with the door, remember that residential garage doors are designed to move relatively slowly for your safety. The door must slow down as it moves toward the end of the track so it can reverse if the sensors detect something in their path. The average garage door moves about seven inches per second, with an overall movement time of around 15 seconds. If your door takes longer than 15 seconds to close, its operation speed is unusually slow.

What to Do

First, check the speed setting on the door. This switch is usually located inside the housing of the garage door opener. New doors are often kept at the slowest setting, and you may be able to adjust the setting for faster operation. If the setting isn’t to blame, the rolling mechanism may need extra lubrication, or the opener might call for a part replacement. Whatever the case, call a technician to take a look. Pay attention to whether it moves slowly on the way down, the way up, or both—as well as if there are any unusual sounds—so you can pass this information along to the technician.

Whether you’re looking for a new garage door installation or want a service for a slowly operating one, the professionals at Libby’s Expert Door Installations can help. They are fully licensed, insured, and happy to work around your schedule. Call them at (570) 412-0192 to talk with a garage door expert, and visit them online for more contact information.