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A garage door only works when all the components—mechanical and electrical—are operating harmoniously. But years of regular use, local weather conditions, and friction among moving parts can decrease performance. Regular maintenance is necessary to keep it working in a pristine condition. So homeowners should have some basic understanding of the door's working mechanism so they can undertake successful 'Do-It-Yourself' projects. How to undertake Garage Door Maintenance A garage door is unlike any other door in your home because it's the largest electrically operated entrance to your home. It has both electrical and mechanical components, so you'll want to start by reading the door's Instructions manual. It will help you get acquainted with all the basic components and how they work. Afterwards, you can proceed to undertake some general door maintenance. Here are 6 Maintenance tips for homeowners: 1. Inspection: Check all the components of the door—big or small. Look at the door opener, metal tracks, chain-belt or drive belt, dents in panels, electrical connections, rollers and bearings etc. Check for any signs of rust on metal parts or general wear and tear. If the metal tracks aren't aligned in a straight line, use a carpenter's scale to align them.
2. Lubricating Moving Parts: To ensure smooth operation, doors need a friction-free surface. Use the right oil grade, as recommended by the door manufacturer. Do not use WD-40 grade oil, as it attracts dirt/dust and causes damage to the components. Oil or grease metal tracks of rolling shutter doors. Other parts that need lubrication include chain, rollers, pulleys, hinges, screws etc. 3. Garage Door Opener Settings: Modern doors are fitted with electronic door openers that can be programmed by the user. A professional technician sets the default settings as considered suitable for the daily use. However, do not change these settings unless you understand the operating instructions as detailed in the opener manual. 4. Minor dents in the Panels: Flimsy panel doors can get dented easily. Light-weight aluminium door panels are known to get damaged quickly, but homeowners can repair them quickly by using a small hammer and large piece of cotton cloth. With the help of another person, place folded cloth on the dent surface and a hard-board on the other side. The board acts as a support for the panel. Remove the dent using subtle hammer movements. 5. Garage door Ventilation: When the weather gets hot in summer, garages can get very stuffy. A suitable ventilation system will lower the humidity. You can also install a freestanding exhaust fan near a window. Insulated doors help in saving electrical energy and lower heating/cooling costs.
6. Door Insulation: Polystyrene panels resist variations in temperature and homeowners can add polystyrene foam to aluminium door panels. The bottom of the door should be plugged with a rubber or fiber strip to prevent cold air from getting in. 7. Bonus Tip - Rust Prevention: Dirt and dust accumulation can lead to rusting. To remove the rust, wash the aluminium and steel doors with a mild household detergent. Use sandpaper to remove extreme rust, and then apply zinc-rich primer. Now, apply a premium 100% latex paint on the affected area. Metal Roller Shutters are the most common type of shutter used in offices and shops. The Commercial Metal Roller Shutter can be operated manually (spring and lock), but due to the heavy steel curtain, it is usually operated electrically. To install Metal Roller Shutter and Electric Roller Shutter Doors at your location visit us now.
