Tips

Qualified technicians servicing residential roll up garage doors

Here, one can get the best tips for repairing all glass, overhead or roll up garage doors. Plus, get expert maintenance advice too.

Keep garage doors free of mold

Mildew will most probably grow on wood garage doors and the signs are usually evident if you inspect the panel often or even by the smell. Mold can be cleaned easily at an early stage and that's why garage door maintenance is important according to the specialists of Garage Door Repair Saginaw. Remember that households near the sea must maintain their garage doors more often.

Did you test the sensors today?

You just have to put a chair or another object underneath the closing door to ensure the effectiveness of the opener's reverse mechanism.

Change the springs when changing the door

Modern insulated garage doors are thicker and, therefore, heavier. According to the specialists of our Garage Door Repair Saginaw heavier doors would need different and stronger garage door springs. If you don't change the springs, they won't be able to lift the new heavier door properly.

Prefer composite lumber to natural wood

Natural wood is very beautiful but unless the manufacturer uses timber from man-made forests or wood waste, environmental issues will soon worsen. The experts of our company in Saginaw give you an alternative with composite lumber, which looks like wood but since it is mixed with other materials as well, it is environmentally approved and a low maintenance choice since it won't rot or warp.

When to replace garage door sealants

All garage doors have a weather sealant at the bottom to keep the elements from entering your garage. Garage door experts at Saginaw suggest that you check periodically for sealant damage. If you feel a crack or damage of any kind, then it is probably a good time to replace the weather seal.

Installing garage door sensors

This is a security feature that is only applicable to automatic doors. You have to get the one that is compatible with your garage system. This device is placed in a spot where there is a hole in the railing. It has two units that are connected with the wires of the garage door so that it will function when it senses an obstruction.

Make sure nothing gets in its way once it’s closing

This is especially true if the garage door closes really quickly. You should also make sure that nothing blocks its path when it is opening. Either way, the impact may cause the door to malfunction. In cases of any damages or repairs, never attempt to fix it on your own.