Inspect the door itself when you are checking out the other components. If the door is steel, look for rust spots that should be sanded, primed, and painted.

The rubber weatherstripping along the bottom of the door helps keep out the cold as well as water, dust, and dirt.

Test the Auto-Reverse Feature  Automatic garage door openers should have an auto-reverse feature that is designed to stop and reverse the direction of the door if […]

Test the Door Balance  If your garage door is not properly balanced, the garage door opener will have to work harder, and it won’t last as long. […]

Lubricate the Moving Parts  Keeping the rollers and other moving parts well lubricated will reduce stress on the rollers and door openers and prolong their useful […]

Check the Cables and Pulleys  Inspect the lift cables and pulleys that attach to the bottom roller brackets on the door. These provide the connection between […]