How to Properly Maintain Your Greensburg, IN Garage Door | 10List ...

GREENSBURG, INDIANA ? The largest moving part around the house is the garage door and because it gets used so often, it is very important to keep it properly maintained.

The better you maintain your Greensburg IN garage door, the longer it will last. Regular maintenance that includes lubricant applications and annual cleanings will help you get the most out of it. If and when you do notice a problem, you need to address it immediately before further damage can occur.

Step-by-step maintenance routine:

  • Once every few months, inspect all the moving components of the door to ensure none of them are bent or broken.
  • Clean the doors with a mild detergent using a soft car brush at least four times a year. By washing your door, you are reducing the amount of corrosive chemicals in or around your doors.
  • Check and lubricate the rails and axels to ensure they are tight and secure. Lubricate the hinges, springs and rollers with household oil such as WD-40.
  • Wooden doors should be cleaned and maintained according to the manufacturer?s recommendations. But as a tip, the doors should be painted on the inside and outside once a year to prevent warping from moisture infiltration.
  • The weather sealant should be inspected as the seasons change. They should be cleaned with a quality vinyl cleaner, like the stuff you would use on patio furniture. Lubricate the stripping every three months to reduce the risk of cracking or breaking. If it is broken or cracked, it should be replaced.
  • When applying salt to your driveway to melt the snow during the winter, avoid getting too close to the door and its elements, as the salt may corrode them.
  • Every three months, disconnect the opener (pull the cord) and open the door by hand several times. If the door is resistant to open and close, then you should contact your garage door manufacturer to have them inspect the problem. You can also consult the owner?s manual to see if you can correct the problem yourself.

One of the most common problems with having a garage door is that their springs typically only last for five to seven years before needing to be replaced. However, if you live in a colder climate, they can break sooner than that. Other common issues include stripped gears, squeaky hinges and liquid or debris covering the sensors, which can prevent the door from shutting.

If you do not have the time or know-how to maintain your door properly, you can hire a garage door professional to inspect it once a year for around $100. During this tuneup, he or she will adjust the springs and cables, lubricate all moving parts, tightening all hardware, tracks and hinges and inspect the safety sensors and opener gears.

Once you have had your door professionally inspected you can help maintain it through the year by following the simple guide listed above, says the Indianapolis garage door expert. While these steps are within reach for most homeowners, you should avoid contact with springs and cables unless you fully understand how they work and react to certain lubricants.

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