Has your garage door started making unusual or excessive noise when you open and close it? It’s easy to pretend that this noise doesn’t exist as a way of avoiding a serious problem being diagnosed. Just cross your fingers and hope that it goes away before you have to pay a premium to have it fixed. This avoidance strategy is definitely not advised.
Chances are that the noise is already pointing to a problem, and having it seen to as soon as possible is the best way to keep down the cost of maintenance or repairs. Leave it too long and your garage door is likely to fail, causing inconvenience as well as costly repairs or the need for a new garage door.
Here are a few possible problems that unusual garage door noises could be pointing to:
Lack of lubrication
The simplest problem to address is if the noise is being caused by a lack of lubrication. This is one problem that you might be able to deal with yourself, but always call a technician if you are unsure. You can buy lubricant and apply it to parts like the hinges, springs, and weather stripping. If the noise continues after you do this, then you should call in the professionals.
Ill-fitting chain/belt
Some noises might point to the fact that your garage door’s chain or belt is too tight or too loose. In this case, a repair technician can easily come out and adjust it for you.
Worn out rollers
As the rollers go up and down the track, they gradually experience wear and tear. If they become especially worn down or even damaged, then they might start making noise as the door is opened or closed and can lead to more serious issues. You should have your rollers replaced if this is the issue.
An unbalanced door
If your garage door springs are not properly counterbalancing the weight of the door, then it can start making rattling or banging noises as it opens and closes. Leaving this problem unaddressed can cause the springs to snap, which can be extremely dangerous. You should have a professional balance your garage door.
These are just a few common problems, but it is not an extensive list of what could be causing garage door noise. The best way to diagnose what is causing your garage door to make loud or unusual noises is to call a garage door technician for an inspection. They will be able to identify what is wrong and maybe repair it on the spot depending on what the problem is.
Get in touch if you need garage door repair or maintenance in the Savannah area.