5 Most Common Garage Door Repairs

Five Common Garage Door Issues

Problems with the garage door are often unexpected and always inconvenient. Fortunately, with some proactive maintenance and an understanding of common issues, you can have more confidence that the door will be working again soon. Garage door problems aren’t always a quick and easy DIY fix, but when you can establish what’s wrong, you can call in an expert to handle any repairs beyond your skill level. Let’s take a look at the five most common garage door repairs.

1. When Your Safety Sensor Alignment is Off

The safety sensor is an important part of your garage door’s operation. These are the elements that keep the garage door from closing on objects or people, by sensing that something is in the way and stopping the door from closing. When the sensors are misaligned, the door can be stuck even when there is nothing in the way. You may be able to realign them yourself, but a professional can do it more efficiently and quickly.

2. Broken Garage Spring Repair

The absolute most common garage door repair is spring repair, and this is definitely something that should be left to the experts. Springs and cables work in tandem, and get worn out from usage, as normal wear and tear causes them to begin to deteriorate. These two components can render your garage door inoperable, and it is extremely dangerous to try to repair or replace them yourself, since the tension they hold can cause serious injury or even death.

3. Garage Door Track Alignment

The track is essential for the operation of your garage door, so if it bends or breaks, your door will not open and close. Sometimes, garage door tracks have only minor bends, and require adjustments to make them functional again. In other cases, the tracks will need to be entirely replaced. A garage door professional will be able to identify what your door needs to function, and complete the work quickly and efficiently.

4. When it’s Time to Replace the Garage Door Opener

Sometimes, the garage door opener doesn’t work quite the way that it should. The problem could be something as simple as needing to change the battery, but eventually you will need to replace the opener. How do you know it’s time? If your garage door opener is making strange sounds, vibrating, reversing mid open, or working only intermittently, it’s probably time for a new model. The good news is that the openers on the market today can offer a significant upgrade from your older garage door opener. Newer models have better security and safety features, improved energy efficiency, quieter operation, and better durability. You can even choose one with smart features, increasing the value of your home.

5. Garage Door Panel Replacement

Sometimes, even minor incidents can make a garage door look terrible or cause it not to function correctly. If your garage door has seen better days, but you are not quite ready to replace the whole door, you may be able to replace some of the panels. Talk to a licensed garage door dealer to determine your options.  

Trust A1A to Fix Garage Door Problems for You

Whether you need simple maintenance or an entirely new garage door, trust the experts at A1A Overhead Door Company. Our knowledgeable staff can help you determine exactly what’s needed and complete all necessary work efficiently and professionally, making sure you have a garage door that can stand up to anything that happens to it. Family owned-and-operated, A1A Overhead Door serves the entire metro Jacksonville area. In fact, we even go as far as fifty miles into the outer counties. We are licensed and insured to cover both the client’s property and ours, and we’re proud to work with our clientele and will match or beat any competitor’s written estimate. For more information, you can call 904.579.1123 or contact us through our website.