Key components of a garage door is surprisingly knowledge every homeowner should know. Garage doors are made with 5 key components. An entire garage door assembly works together to ensure it functions properly. Whether you’re researching for a new garage door, self maintaining your door or discussing your repair, it’s helpful to understand the purpose of each component for proper maintenance and your safety.
Five Key Components of a Garage Door
Garage Door Panels
Everyone notices the outside panels of your garage door first. For instance, the panels are the style of any garage door. Most garage door panels are four long panels that sit horizontally on top of each other to function. Panels come in a variety of materials, design styles and colors. For example, have you ever accidentally dented or run into the door with your car? When a garage door is hit, the panels also known as sections can become damaged or dented. Accidentally driving into your garage door with your car can be an expensive mistake, uh oh!
Garage Door Hinges
Furthermore, metal parts also known as hinges hold panels together. Hinges are two pieces of metal that connects the panels to ensure each panel is easily moving up and down. Therefore, the tracks can move without bending. Two long hinges are located between each set of panels. In order to prevent rusting, be sure to replace these moving parts of a garage door periodically.
Garage Door Tracks
Most importantly, the tracks is another key component to any garage door. The tracks are metal beams that run along the ceiling of a garage door. Tracks are positioned at the edge of the door because this is what makes the garage door move. Garage doors use the tracks to move up and down in a smooth motion. In addition, tracks need to be properly serviced and maintained for long-term use. In other words, once a year maintenance to prevent dirt and wear overtime. Applying lubrication frequently will make your garage door sound much quieter. Often times, bent tracks may occur. Call Sterling Door for a repair or service to prevent any injuries.
Garage Door Rollers
What are garage door rollers? Rollers sit inside the tracks and are attached to the garage door thus allowing the door to move and glide along the tracks. Overtime, garage door starts squealing or grinding. When this happens, lubrication may be needed. Otherwise, if the problem persists, give Sterling Door a call.
Torsion Springs
Torsion springs are extremely important and can be dangerous. Torsion springs are centered above the door inside the garage. The garage door torsion spring lifts the door’s weight. In other words, the torsion spring allows the door to go up and down. Springs are tightly wound and set up appropriately depending on weight and size of your door. When a garage door spring breaks, it will snap and can make a loud “boom!”
In summary, these five key components of a garage door are important for any type of maintenance. If you have any questions or concerns about your garage door, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 586-412-5600 or email us at info@sterlinggaragedoor.com. We can quickly send a service technician to you, same day! Also, if you would like to learn further, visit Clopay’s garage door maintenance guide.
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