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How to Keep Your Garage Door in Good Shape - PJ Sullivan Exteriors

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How to Keep Your Garage Door in Good Shape




Your garage door is probably the largest moving component of your home, so keeping it in good condition is incredibly important. Fortunately, maintaining your garage door is fairly simple. You will simply need to keep it clean and oil the hinges, bearings and door roller. PJ Sullivan Exteriors, the top garage door and chimney repair expert in our area, explains more.

Identify All the Moving Parts

You’ll need to first identify all of the moving parts of your garage door. Stand inside the garage and close the garage door. Watch the door while it is closing and pay attention to all of the moving parts. These parts include the hinges, springs and rollers. Watch for the movement of the overhead track system and the garage door opening system. 

Clean the Door

Now you’ll need to clean your garage door. Get a rag and wipe away the grime, cobwebs and dust buildup on the garage door hinges, springs and moving parts. Use a step tool to reach and clean the overhead track system along with the rollers on the garage door track. As a residential construction expert, we recommend putting garage door maintenance on your regular home maintenance checklist.

Lubricate the Moving Parts

If your garage door has an operating manual, then look for the manufacturer’s specific recommendations regarding lubricants. Squirt small amounts of lubricant into the moving parts of the garage door and then open the garage door halfway and do it again. Open and close the door a few times to allow the oil to lubricate the moving areas. Use a clean rag to wipe away excess lubricant.

We provide a wide range of garage door services, including door repair, door installation, motor installation and spring or cable replacement. As one of the top luxury residential builders in our area, we specialize in garage doors that can complement the rest of your exterior and add style to your home. We serve many areas in NJ, including Bergen County, Wycoff and Bogota. Call us at (862) 420-9283 if you are in New York and at (862) 420-9283 if you are in New Jersey to learn about our services and products. You can also contact us here.


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