Even the simplest garage doors are complex things when you consider how many moving parts they have. These parts are prone to wearing out easily if you put the door through regular rough use, which most people do. This means that to ensure effortless operation, it is essential to carry out a few needful garage door repairs every now and then. Out of these, there are a few things you are better off hiring a professional to perform.
Broken Springs
You probably do not need to be reminded of how heavy your garage door is. It has springs that are wound tight, holding the door in place with assistance from the cables. A few years of use can cause the spring to break or simply weaken enough to warrant a replacement. Performing garage door spring repair yourself is not a safe option, and it is always better to hire a professional to do that for you.
Broken Cables
If the cables on your garage door are frayed or out of commission, the door will not open and close properly. These are constantly subjected to pressure from the door’s weight, which means if they were close to breaking and need replacing, you would be risking injury and vehicle damage by taking on the project yourself. Here too, calling a professional is the safer bet.
Misaligned Track
The tracks are aligned correctly as the time of installation, but with frost-induced shifts in the concrete, this alignment can be thrown off. It ends up straining the motor and eventually damaging it. The problem can be corrected by simply realigning the track, but “simple” is not the same as “easy” or “safe”. If you want to spare yourself the risk and exertion, it is best to get a professional to come over and see what they can do.
Panel Replacement
The door panel is important to the way the door appears when viewed from the outside. If your garage door panel is damaged and needs replacing, the task before you is pretty straightforward. However, that does not guarantee personal safety, which should be a priority when dealing with heavy machinery. You cannot do better than calling a professional to assess the issue, discover its cause, and ensure nothing like this happens ever again. The alternative is to muddle through a dangerous procedure without the benefit of the safety you could have ensured otherwise.