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When you\u2019re dealing with a loud garage door, you\u2019re also dealing with the issue causing the noise. Your garage door should make your life easier and more pleasant, so it\u2019s important to address any unusual sounds as quickly as possible to keep your door in top working condition.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve laid out some common problems and solutions to help you figure out what causes your garage door to make noise.<\/p>\n
If you hear loud grinding, rattling or squealing when you open and close your garage door, it may be improperly installed. Slapping sounds can indicate a loose chain, while vibrating, rumbling and rattling may mean that the nuts or bolts are loose.<\/p>\n
Improper installation can cause several other garage door issues. The door might open slowly and springs or other parts may already be damaged.<\/p>\n
Response delays and alignment issues can indicate that the pulley system or other parts are installed incorrectly. Issues with improper installation often result from:<\/p>\n
If your previous installers installed your garage door incorrectly, you will need it reinstalled to fix the issues. Request\u00a0an installation service<\/a>\u00a0from Door Pros for a reliable experience with a high-quality door.<\/p>\n As the rollers wear, they can cause your door to move out of alignment or slip off of the tracks, causing a squeaking, screeching or vibrating sound. Depending on the type of rollers you have, you may need to lubricate or replace them:<\/p>\n Depending on how long you\u2019ve had your rollers, they may be reaching the end of their life. Your rollers experience wear and tear every time you open and close your garage door \u2014 the more you use the door, the sooner your rollers will wear down.<\/p>\n The number of ball bearings in your rollers will affect how long they last. In some cases, you will need to replace your rollers to ensure your door stays aligned. However, you can try to fix your rollers first by lubricating them.<\/p>\n If there\u2019s any rust build-up, lubrication will help remove it. It\u2019s best to lubricate steel or nylon rollers about twice a year. If your rollers use unsealed ball bearings, apply the lubrication directly on the bearings.<\/p>\n If you find that you do need to replace your rollers, we recommend contacting a professional at Door Pros to ensure proper installation and maintain your door\u2019s alignment.<\/p>\n Ensuring that all parts are adequately lubricated will keep your garage door running smoothly. Lubrication helps prevent rust and corrosion that can lead to squeaking, grinding, clinking and rattling sounds.<\/p>\n The sounds of an improperly lubricated garage door usually indicate that you need to lubricate more often or that some areas were only partially covered. If you can rule out both of those possibilities, you may want to switch to a different lubricant. Using a higher-quality brand or a different kind of spray or grease may help your lubrication last longer.<\/p>\n It\u2019s best to lubricate your door with a silicone spray or white lithium grease every six months to ensure your door stays up and running. Be sure to turn off the power supply, then vacuum and wipe down the tracks \u2014 a clean surface will help the lubricant spread evenly.<\/p>\n Areas to lubricate include:<\/p>\n Open your door after lubricating to help ensure all moving parts are covered. While this squeaky garage door fix could answer all your problems, you should contact a professional at Door Pros if you notice any parts that need repair.<\/p>\n It can be easy to tell when your door is off-balance. Scraping sounds indicate that your door is scraping against your house. Banging noises mean the door is off the track and popping sounds indicate snapped springs.<\/p>\n Other common signs of an off-balance door include:<\/p>\n There are many reasons a garage door can become off balance.<\/p>\n You can test an off-balance door at home by cutting the power supply, lifting the door and slowly releasing it. If your door slips from its position or slams shut, you need to call a professional.<\/p>\n An off-balance door can cause serious injury. Snapped extension or torsion springs can result in shooting projectiles or your door slamming shut. For\u00a0professional spring replacement<\/a>\u00a0or another form of door repair, you can trust Door Pros to deliver quick and safe results.<\/p>\n Your garage door opener is one of the most essential parts of your system. A quick and reliable opener will help you stick to your schedule and safely enter or exit your home. Openers can last upwards of 10 to 15 years and we can sometimes forget how convenient they make our lives.<\/p>\n Sounds of straining, grinding or buzzing can indicate that your opener is failing.<\/p>\n Noises from your garage door opener are most often signals that its motor is dying. The motor could be overheating or simply too old to respond promptly. You will likely encounter these issues more frequently if you have an older opener.<\/p>\n Common indications that you need a new opener include:<\/p>\n Upgrading your technology can quickly fix your opener issues. Newer models now offer remote operation, keypads, backup batteries and additional security. Door Pros has\u00a0multiple garage door opener options<\/a>\u00a0available to give you a long-lasting and safe experience.<\/p>\n![\"Worn](\"https:\/\/www.doorpros.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/02-rollers-wear.png\")
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