What to watch out for?
It is important to do a visual inspection of your garage door about once every six months. It’s also a very good idea to have a trusted professional perform yearly maintenance to keep your garage door operating at its best and to alert you to any issues that come up.
Something sudden could happen to your garage door, like damage from a storm or an accident with your car. But knowing when to replace may not always be so clear. Here are a few things to look out for as your door ages.
What to watch out for?
- Materials and Location: Garage doors made from lower grade materials will wear out faster than their high-quality counter parts.
- Visible Damage: Is your door cracked, warped, or rusted? Is the paint peeling or faded? Can you see damage to any of the working elements, like the springs or pullies? If the answer is yes, you may need to replace your garage door.
- Opening and Shutting: Is your garage door doing its job—opening and shutting? If your garage door is struggling to do this consistently and in good working order, a new garage door could be needed soon. Let’s say you have a two-year-old door, and you are experiencing these issues, a repair could fix the problem. But if your door is reaching the end of its lifespan, a new door may be needed.
Choosing a new door
If your garage door needs replacing, let an Overhead Door™ professional help make the process seamless. With more than 100 years in the garage door industry and a garage door for every price point and architectural style, you can find the door that is best for your home.
