Although it may seem like something better left to the professionals, fixing your garage door is often a task you can handle yourself. Indeed, although there may be times in which the damage is too extensive or dangerous to repair on your own, there are often minor malfunctions that require simple, minor fixes. That said, the following is a short guide designed to help you assess the damages to your garage door and hopefully fix it yourself.
One of the top ways to manage your own garage door repairs is by inspecting the metal tracks. Take observation of the mounting brackets (used to hold the tracks to the walls), check to see if they are loose, and tighten them as needed. Moreover, you will also want to check the tracks for flat spots, dents, and other issues, which can be easily fixed by pounding them with a rubber mallet or using a hammer with a block of scrap would. In the event that you discover they have been too badly damaged, they will need to be replaced. Additionally, you can also clean the rollers and tracks with a brush and some concentrated household cleaner and add lubrication to ensure they are fully functional.
Another DIY method of repairing your garage door is by making sure they are properly aligned. On the one hand, horizontal tracks should have a slight downward slant towards the back of the garage. On another hand, roll-up doors should have vertical sections that are perfectly plumb and both tracks must be set at the same height on the garage walls. Either way, if you discover that your tracks are not properly aligned, loosen the screws or bolts that are holding the mounting brackets, and carefully tap the tracks back into position. Using the level, reexamine the alignment of the tracks. Once they are in the right position, be sure to retighten the bolts or screws.
In addition to cleaning and aligning the tracks, there are ways to address specific issues you may be having with your garage. The following is an overview of DIY fixes for common issues that may be affecting the functionality of your garage door.
Overall, as much as we depend on our garage doors to remain fully functional, dealing with various issues can be a major nuisance. Some of these repairs can be handled on your own with the help of the proper instructions and materials, and some problems are best left to the professionals!
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