How To Fix A Roll Up Door

One common type of garage door in the U.S. is the roll up door.

But because a roll up door is easy to install and lightweight, it’s usually fixed in older properties.

Even if that’s the case, we can still rely on a roll up door to protect and secure the things we store in our garages.

It functions the same way as other types of garage doors that we have today.

There is nothing wrong if homeowners prefer to have this garage door.

However, there is a downside to such a choice.

As we have previously mentioned, a roll up garage door is lightweight, which means it is very vulnerable and prone to damages.

If it gets broken, do we know how to fix a roll up door?

Five Roll Up Garage Door Problems and Troubleshooting Them

A roll up garage door can sustain different kinds of problems.

Let us get to know five common issues and learn what we do to repair them.

But if all else fails, we encourage you to give us a call, and we’ll do a professional fixing for you.

Misalignment

This problem happens when the parts like tracks and hoods are too tight and have become rusty.

Misalignment affects the door’s performance and physical appearance.

If there is too much rust, the door may not run smoothly through the tracks, resulting in unevenness that also affects the other parts of the door.

To troubleshoot this issue, check if the tracks have dents, are loose or dirty, or need to be lubricated.

Obstruction

These are things that prevent the door from functioning properly.

They can jam the inner parts and interfere with the operation of the door.

For this issue, one of the best things to do is to check if there are obstructions.

These can include a build-up of dust, grime, or small particles, leaves, or debris.

Worn out Components

It is typical for garage doors to deteriorate and lost their glamour over time.

The same goes for the components that hold the door in place.

Bolts, bearings, springs, tracks, plates, and other parts of the door will wear out after many years.

We can easily detect deteriorated components if we can see black metal particles forming or building up around them.

The black metal filings indicate that the metals are grinding against each other.

We also need to check for corrosion around the parts and panels.

Tight Parts

If the guide is tight, then it is a sign that the roll up door is jammed.

Meanwhile, if we have a hard time closing the door, then it means that there is a high spring tension.

Sometimes, we can mistake it as a misalignment issue.

But as a precautionary measure, check if the door has sustained damage, or the paint is peeling off from the surface.

Call us if you want to make sure that everything about the door is adjusted or calibrated properly.

Faulty Motor

This issue is evident if we hear unusual sounds coming from the motor.

But of course, it only applies to electrical roll up garage doors.

There is also faulty motors if the door doesn’t operate well when we use the remote.

How to Fix the Problems

Here are simple ways on how to fix a roll up door by ourselves.

• Clean the roll up door thoroughly. We can wash it with soap and water. Remove the obstructions if there are any and lubricate the tracks and other components regularly.
• If there are damaged parts, replace them immediately. Don’t wait for the broken parts to affect the whole function of the door. If there are dents or bent parts, it will be helpful to seek professional help instead of repairing the damage ourselves.
• Off-track guides are resolved by directly fixing them. Tighten and secure the loose tracks or remove the debris and dusts that prevent the door from functioning properly.
• When it comes problems related to electrical roll up garage doors, replace the remote’s batteries or fix the wall switch. If there is a need to chance the whole circuit board, then it is best to get in touch with a professional for a better fix.

Contact Us for Professional Services

We know five of the most common issues that our roll up garage doors can go through.

We also have ideas on how to troubleshoot and fix them by ourselves.

But if it becomes too difficult to handle, then contact us, and we’ll be happy help our clients.