Imagine a wall that moves and is comprised of a complex mechanism of springs, bearings, and rollers. That’s your garage door! If a cog decides to stop working, refrain from fixing the problem yourself. Instead, be aware of the dangers and call professionals who have the proper knowledge and tools.
Too Much Tension
Beware of springs! Look out for anything that has tension or holds the weight of the door. One wrong move and the whole door can come down causing more damage or worse, injuring someone. Most people know to avoid working on springs, but did you know simply adjusting the bottom brackets or replacing the bottom seal is also an accident waiting to happen? Although those parts are small, they can hold tension from the door’s weight.
When it comes to DIY, your best bet is to stick to preventative maintenance. This includes checking the door’s balance, lubricating the hinges or high contact points, or cleaning the door’s sensors.
Improper Tools
The big box stores won’t cut it for your DIY garage door repair. Many stores don’t carry many garage door repair products due to liability, nor do they carry quality products professional companies use. Whatever they do stock is usually a cheap product that could lead to more work later down the road. It’s also typical that they don’t carry exactly what you need, causing you to jerry-rig spliced pieces to make it work.
For example, most stores will only carry 8-foot sections of weather-stripping. That’ll work if you have a single car garage, but what about a two-car garage door? Now, you’re left with two 8-foot sections and more work on your hands. Save yourself the headache by calling the Precision Door professionals who are equipped with quality tools and products.
Falls
Can you confidently repair your garage door? Do you know how to check if the door is properly balanced? If you answered no to either of those questions, contact garage door repair professionals. Thousands of people are injured every year due to garage doors. When a garage door is repaired incorrectly, it’s coming down, and coming down hard! Don’t catch yourself under the door when that happens. Sometimes people find themselves trying to catch a falling garage door. Don’t! It’s not worth losing your finger! Instead, wait until the garage door is fully open or closed before entering or exiting.
Trust the Experts
The best way to fix any issue with your door, and ensure it’s being fixed properly, is to call the licensed professionals. Rather than attempting to fix it repeatedly and wasting your time and money, get the repair done right the first time. Also, it is safer to leave it to the experts who have the proper equipment, qualifications, and experience to tackle any garage door repair. Call Precision Door today!
