When a garage door wire snaps, it can feel like the entire heart of your home has suddenly stopped. Most residential garage doors weigh between 130 and 400 pounds, and the lift cables work together with springs and drums to make that weight manageable. When one cable fails, the door becomes dangerously unbalanced. In this […]
My Garage Door Wire Broke: 3 Things You Must Do Now Read More »
Modern overhead garage doors look simple when they glide up and disappear above your vehicle. However, the track system that guides and supports the door is far from simple. A standard sectional door typically weighs 150–400 lbs and is supported by a track system composed of vertical rails, a curved radius, and horizontal rails. These rails
Garage Door Tracks: Vertical vs. Horizontal Rail Stresses Explained Read More »
Garage‑door tracks look like simple pieces of curved metal, yet they are precision‑engineered channels that guide a 150–400‑lb door up and over your head. When a track is dented or creased, the door may stop, jam or even fall, If you aren’t sure if the track is the main issue, start by Identifying a Garage
Bent Garage Door Track: Should You Hammer or Replace? Read More »
A garage door that stops or reverses after rising only a few inches often triggers anxiety. Modern garage door openers include multiple safety systems designed to prevent injury and protect the opener. When something introduces extra resistance—such as a bent horizontal or vertical track, debris in the rails, misaligned sensors, or a broken spring—the opener interprets
Garage Door Track Damage: Why the Door Won’t Open Fully Read More »
“When a garage door suddenly veers off its track, it’s often because one of two critical components has failed: the lift cables or the drive chain. Both are under high tension and work alongside torsion or extension springs to lift a door weighing hundreds of pounds. If they wear out, seize, or break, the result
Broken Garage Door Cables and Chain Off‑Track Issues Read More »
A garage door that suddenly jumps its track is more than an inconvenience—it can damage the door, strain the opener and even injure someone. While bent tracks or faulty openers often get the blame, most derailments start with a much simpler culprit: worn rollers. When these small wheels wear out, lose lubrication, or become damaged,
Identifying a Garage Door Roller That Has Come Off Track Read More »
A balanced garage door should lift easily and stay in place when you stop it at waist level. When a door suddenly feels heavy to lift, flies open on its own or hangs unevenly, the problem is often the torsion springs. These tightly wound coils, mounted on a metal shaft above the door, counterbalance the
How to Adjust Garage Door Torsion Springs for Perfect Balance Read More »
Your garage door is likely the largest moving object in your home. To keep it operating safely and extend its lifespan, a 15-minute monthly inspection is essential. By catching minor wear on springs and cables early, you prevent sudden breakdowns and expensive emergency repairs. 1. Visual Inspection: The First Line of Defense Before touching anything,
Monthly Garage Door Maintenance Guide: Checking Springs and Cables Read More »
Garage door springs carry the heavy weight of your door, enabling it to open and close smoothly. Most residential doors use two torsion springs mounted on a shaft. These springs twist to store energy and counterbalance the door. When one spring snaps, many homeowners wonder if they can replace just the broken spring. However, professionals
Why You Should Always Replace Both Springs at the Same Time Read More »
Garage door extension springs are hardworking components that make a heavy door feel light. When they break or lose tension, many people assume it’s a quick DIY fix, but the reality is more complex. Extension springs store a great deal of energy and are connected to pulleys, cables and safety devices. Mishandling them can result
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