Roll-Up Garage Door Repair
Commercial roll-up garage doors are a popular choice for storage facilities, warehouses, and other commercial buildings. They are usually dependable, affordable, and easy to repair.
Some common repairs for commercial roll-up garage doors include changing out parts that are worn out or broken, fixing misaligned components and repairing the motor.
Below we will take a look at the most common problems you may face when buying a roll-up door and having it installed.
Tracks
Roll-up garage doors don’t use a standard set of tracks to open and close. Instead, these garage door systems fold themselves into a roll to save space in a tight area of the garage.
Depending on the application, garage door tracks come in various widths to accommodate different needs. These range from 1-inch for semi-trailer doors to 3-inch tracks for heavy industrial applications.
To replace a broken track, remove the old one using a screwdriver and replace it with the new track. Make sure that the new one has the proper width and radius to fit your system.
If the new track does not fit well, you can fix it by aligning it with a level. Loosen the screws that hold the track to the wall and tap it gently to position it correctly.
Roll-up Garage Door Hinge Service & Maintenance
Hinges are a very important part of your roll-up garage door. They keep your garage door panels aligned and fixed in place to prevent damage when the rollers slide.
When choosing hinges for your garage door, make sure to choose the right gauge and size. Getting the wrong ones can cause your panels to bind together or deform your guide tracks.
Garage doors are an essential component of any home. They protect the family from the elements and add to the curb appeal of your property. However, if they’re not working properly, they can be expensive to repair or replace.
Roll-up Garage Door Roller Replacement
Garage door rollers or “wheels” are a key part of the operation of your garage door and should be replaced when they start to wobble, squeal, or ding and drag on the track. You should replace them with higher quality rollers that have ball bearings and require minimal maintenance.
The type of rollers used on your garage door can vary significantly, but you can expect the majority to be made of steel or nylon. Nylon rollers are usually quieter and will not require much lubrication to work correctly.
They are also more durable than plastic and can be a better choice for high use environments, as they tend to be more resistant to rust. Regardless of the type of rollers your garage door uses, it’s important to maintain them regularly and ensure that they are lubricated when needed. This will help them operate properly and last longer.
Roll-up Garage Door Spring Repairing
If you need to repair or replace a roll-up garage door, you’ll need to make sure you get the right springs. These are used to lift and secure the door when it’s opened or closed.
The two most common types of garage door springs are extension and torsion. Extension springs provide the force necessary to open or close a door, while torsion springs counteract gravitational forces to help the door stay up.
Torsion springs are more resistant to rust and wear than extension springs. They also withstand more cycles, up to 50,000.
Both types of springs require tools, such as pliers and channel locks. For extension springs, a torque wrench is essential. However, torsion springs are more complicated and must be handled by a professional.
