If your garage door won’t close, your home is less secure from intruders. An open garage door means that it’s harder to regulate your home temperatures against Indiana’s hot summers or cold winters. Also, a malfunctioning garage door can be dangerous to both people and pets. Before calling a professional, take some time to troubleshoot the potential cause. This can save you time and trouble when calling for a repair.
Problems With Door Opening and Closing
If you are using an automatic opener, start by listening to see if the motor tries to engage when you push a button. If not, the first thing to check is your electrical panel and the batteries in your remote. If you have a keypad, it’s possible that it’s not synced.
If the motor engages but the door doesn’t move, make sure that your sensors are clean and not obstructed in any other way. You may need to clean and lubricate your rollers or your tracks. You can also check your limit settings and be sure they are correct for your door.
After that, things can get a little more complicated. Your tracks could also be misaligned or obstructed. Worn springs can cause your door to stick halfway. Springs, in particular, can be dangerous for you to try to fix on your own and cause many DIY injuries. If the springs appear worn, you need another part replaced or you can’t figure out what’s wrong with the door, give us a call.
Door Closing Too Fast or Falling
Having your garage door slam down suddenly can be both scary and dangerous. A spring or a cable may have snapped. The tracks might be out of line. Your inspection can be helpful in describing the problem, but it’s safest to have a professional deal with a falling or fast-closing door.
Noisy Door
In some cases, the sounds that you hear from the door can offer a clue as to what the cause may be. For example, if you’re hearing a rattling sound, it could simply mean some loose nuts and bolts. If you can figure out which ones, this may be a fix you can do yourself. On the other hand, a popping noise could indicate a broken spring. Loose chains, poor alignment, loose rollers, and rust can all contribute to a noisy garage door.
Uneven Door
Your door may appear crooked when it’s closed or as it’s opening and closing. The first step here is to check for obstacles that may be affecting its movement and rust. You may be able to remove the rust with a spray and a wire brush if it isn’t too severe. Otherwise, this could be a spring issue.
What to Say When Calling Garage Door Repair
When you call for a repair or estimate, providing information can make your service call go more smoothly. For example, if your door doesn’t open and you have a car trapped inside that you need for work, you can state this fact when you call. This will put your appointment on the high-priority or emergency list.
When you schedule a service call, discuss the problems you notice and the troubleshooting steps that you have already taken. Does the automatic opener engage? What steps have you taken to confirm power to the device, remote control and panel? Do you hear specific noises? Do you hear them when it starts, ends or throughout the door movement process?
If you know the make and model of your garage door opener and/or garage door, state this information during the call. If the door or opener is new enough to be under warranty, explain this, too. Repair companies know what problems are typical with different garage door types. If they know the likely cause, they can bring the right parts for the job and save a return trip.
Garage Door Service in Indiana
We’re a veteran-owned company offering a range of garage door services. If you have a garage door emergency, we’re available 24/7 for emergency garage door service. During regular business hours, we can also repair and help maintain your garage door. Our installation services include helping you design the perfect door for your needs. At Hey Bo Garage Doors, we’re dedicated to customer satisfaction. Contact us today for all your Bloomington garage door needs.
