If your garage door isn’t working correctly, don’t try to find the problem and fix it yourself. Not only is do-it-yourself garage door repair unsafe, it can also be more costly than having it done by garage door professionals if you don’t get it right the first time. And most garage door repairs can e done quickly by a garage door technician, saving you stress and hassle.
Below are the top five reasons to call a garage door service and repair professional. If your garage door is showing any of these signs, give Martin Door & Window a call. We promise fast, expert service for all of your garage door needs.
Your electric garage door opener runs but the door doesn’t seem to move.
This usually happens because the emergency release is disconnected or the opener gear is stripped. In both cases, a garage door repair from a professional is necessary.
The remote controls or keyless entry isn’t working when you use your electric opener, so your garage door won’t go up or down.
When this happens, the solution could be as simple as changing the battery. In other cases, the remote or keyless entry is faulty or you have a bad receiver board in the opener. A garage door technician can diagnose the problem quickly and offer a solution.
Your garage door goes up about 6 inches and goes back down.
This is a common problem – and usually a broken spring is to blame. The good news, however, is that it is usually a quick repair. Don’t attempt to fix a broken garage door spring on your own because it can result in injury.
Your garage door is making a loud popping noise.
That sound you are hearing could be caused by steel door sections that are cracked and weak, or the track is bent. You could also have some broken hinges/bad rollers.
Your garage door won’t go down.
The garage door safety photocells are likely misaligned or dirty, A loose wire or object blocking the path of the safety photocells are also possible causes.
If you’re experiencing one of these problems with your garage door, call the team at Martin Door & Window. We can have your garage door working again in no time.