When was the last time you inspected the performance and condition of your garage door? The truth is, most people look at it only when something unusual happens. You should give your garage doors maximum attention because they require routine checkups and maintenance. The following are signs that hint your garage door needs repair services.

Your Garage Door Is Slow or Takes Time to Respond

If you notice that it takes longer to close or open after pressing the opener, something is definitely wrong. Usually, your garage door should respond to your commands within a few seconds. It should open or close without delay. Any delay is a sign that you should have your garage door inspected by a professional immediately.

Too Much Noise

It is normal for an old garage door to make some noise when in operation, but if you can't handle the creaking anymore, probably the spring is damaged. Noises could also be coming from worn rollers, unlubricated parts, or loose hardware. You should, therefore, call a professional to inspect and repair the problematic parts.

Your Garage Door Is Unbalanced

A garage door that's unbalanced will sag more on one side or close unevenly. If you notice such a problem, call an expert to repair it for you; otherwise, one spring will be worn out faster than the other if you fail to do so. The overly strained spring becomes weak and may cause your garage door to fail at an early age.

The Opener of Your Garage Door Is Damaged

Malfunctions with logic boards or stripped gears are issues that contribute to the failure of a garage door. Repairing a garage door opener with such problems can be very expensive, and you may end up buying a new one. However, it is cheaper to repair a garage door opener if the unit has a warranty. If not, call a garage door professional to examine and rectify the problem as soon as possible.

Your Garage Door Won't Open or Close

If you notice your door doesn't open or close using the control buttons, call for a garage door expert to repair the problem. But before you do that, recheck your door to be sure nothing is hindering it from closing. Go ahead and try the controllers again to make sure the door isn't moving before asking for help from an expert.

A garage door is a huge investment to most homeowners. As such, check your garage door regularly to ensure that it is in good condition. 

For more information on garage door repair, contact a professional near you.