As the days get longer and spring quickly approaches, now is the perfect time of year to focus on your bi-annual garage door maintenance. To reduce the risk of door malfunctions and costly repairs that cut into your household budget, here’s a helpful guide to seasonal garage door maintenance to review. 

Spring Garage Door Maintenance 

Hardware

Most garage doors open and close hundreds of times a year. This constant movement can damage key components and hardware. At the start of spring, inspect your hardware and tighten brackets along the tracks as needed. If your equipment is noisy, lubricate the hinges, springs, and rails to minimize unnecessary friction. 

Garage Door

Winter can be particularly harsh on your garage door, with snow, melting salt debris, ice, and mud coming into contact. Come springtime, focus on cleaning the interior and exterior of your door.

Start with an inspection to see if you notice any damage, paint chips, or dents. Next, hose down your door and wash it with warm water and mild soap. If there is excessive chipped paint and scratches, it may be time to repaint the door in its entirety.

Opener

Lastly, watch and listen as you use your automatic garage door opener. Test this part from inside and outside. Do you notice grinding, delayed stops and starts, or imbalanced movement along the tracks? In this situation, it’s best to call a garage door maintenance expert for further testing.

With the help of a professional, you can inspect, repair and replace rollers, cables, pulleys, and malfunctioning electrical components so your door runs smoothly through spring and summer. 

Does your home or business in Rochester, NY, need garage door maintenance or spring repair? If so, Tracey Door Co is your one-stop-shop for service. As a third-generation family-owned business with over 30 years of experience, you can count on this team for comprehensive installation, garage door maintenance, and repairs. For a free estimate, call (585) 426-6060. For more information on their services and commitment to excellent customer service and competitive prices, visit their website.