When I was faced with a malfunctioning garage door, I was hesitant to call a professional and pay for the repair. Instead, I decided to take matters into my own hands and try fixing the door myself. With some research and the right tools, I was able to successfully fix the problem and save some money in the process.

First, as stated in Apple Valley Garage Door, I identified the problem. In my case, the door was making a loud noise when opening and closing. I did some research online and found that this could be due to a lack of lubrication in the tracks and rollers. So, I decided to start there.

I cleaned the tracks and rollers using a cloth and a mild cleaner, and then lubricated them using a silicone-based lubricant. This made a significant difference in the noise level of the door, but I noticed that it still wasn’t opening and closing smoothly.

Next, I checked the springs. I disconnected the opener from the door and manually lifted the door. It was heavy and didn’t stay open, indicating that the springs needed to be replaced. I knew that replacing the springs was a job best left to professionals, as they are under high tension and can be dangerous to work with. So, I called a local garage door repair company and scheduled an appointment for them to come out and replace the springs.

While I was waiting for the repair company to arrive, I decided to check the cables and opener. I didn’t notice any issues with the cables, but I did find that the opener was not plugged in properly. Once I plugged it in correctly and replaced the batteries in the remote, the door started functioning properly again.

When the repair company arrived, they replaced the springs and made sure that everything was working correctly. They also gave me some tips for maintaining the door, such as lubricating the moving parts regularly and keeping the tracks clean.

Overall, as per Apple Valley Garage Door, fixing my garage door DIY was a challenging but rewarding experience. I was able to save some money and learn more about how the door works in the process. However, I also learned that some tasks are best left to professionals, and I will not hesitate to call a professional if I encounter a problem that I am not comfortable fixing myself.

Apple Valley Garage Door & Gates

Apple Valley, CA

760-821-8176