Why garage door maintenance matters
Your garage door is the heaviest moving system in your home, weighing 150 lbs or more. When it’s working right, you hardly notice it. But when a spring snaps or a cable frays, things get dangerous quickly.
Colorado’s freeze thaw cycles, dry air, and wind exposure accelerate wear on springs, rollers, and weather seals. A bit of maintenance twice a year prevents breakdowns, extends equipment life, and keeps your home secure and quiet.
Seasonal Maintenance Checklist (Colorado-Ready)
1 Safety Systems
- Test auto-reverse: Place a 2x4 under the door. It should reverse instantly on contact.
- Check photo-eyes: Make sure sensors are aligned and free of dust/snow. Green lights on both sides = good.
2 Hardware Tightening
- Inspect and tighten:
- Track brackets
- Roller stems
- Hinges
- Opener mounting bolts
Loose hardware leads to noise, misalignment, and premature wear.
3 Lubrication (Every 6 Months)
- Use a garage-door-safe silicone spray on:
- Rollers
- Hinges
- Springs
- Bearings
Avoid WD-40, it strips lubrication instead of protecting.
4 Tracks & Rollers Check
- Make sure tracks are debris-free and not bent
- Look for flat-spotted or cracked rollers
Noisy door Rollers are usually the culprit.
5 Weather Seals & Insulation
- Inspect bottom rubber and side seals for gaps letting in cold air
- Replace dried, cracked, or light-leaking seals
This keeps garages warmer and helps cut energy costs.
6 Opener Test & Battery Backup
- Test remote, keypad, and smart opener
- Replace backup battery every 1-2 years (especially before winter storms)
When to call a professional
Some things you shouldn’t DIY:
- Broken torsion or extension springs
- Frayed cables
- Bent panels or misaligned tracks
- Severe shaking, grinding, or burning smells from the opener
These systems are under extreme tension, one wrong move can cause serious injury.
Colorado Garage Door Fix: Tune-ups Done Right
We offer full-service garage door maintenance across the Denver Metro, foothills, and northern Front Range.
A professional tune-up includes:
- 25-point safety inspection
- Balancing & spring adjustment
- Track alignment
- Full lubrication & hardware replacement where needed
Call (970) 409-1369 or book online to keep your garage door running safely no surprises, no downtime.
Extend your doors lifespan. Prevent emergencies. Keep Colorado winters outside where they belong.