It's normal for your garage door to produce minimal noise when you're either closing or opening it. However, deafening bangs indicate that something is wrong with your door. If these noises become persistent, call your garage door technician to examine the situation and offer a solution. Here are five typical garage door noises and what they mean:

A Sound of Parts Rubbing On Each Other

Rubbing sounds can be a sign of garage door tracks that are either tight or bent. What's more, worn nuts and bolts might produce this noise. Usually, the wear and tear of these parts emanate from rust. Here, your technician will first identify the cause of the rubbing sounds. Then, they will replace the broken or corroded components, if any. Also, remember that an aged door can produce these sounds and the best solution, in this case, is to install a new one. 

An Annoying Noise of Parts Grinding Each Other

If your garage door is producing grinding noises, the root cause could be worn gears in the motor. Besides that, faulty hinges can cause grinding sounds. To solve this annoying problem, your repair expert needs to replace the hinges and motor. Damaged chains on the garage door opener can also contribute to these sounds. In this case, replacing the faulty parts is the best remedy.

Clinking or a Sharp Ringing Sound 

Clinking occurs when coils and springs within the garage door rub together. Additionally, a malfunctioned roller will cause clinking sounds when operating the door. If you ignore this issue, your entire door could break down since it affects key components. Restoring the worn parts might be a temporary solution, but a full garage door replacement is vital.

Energetic Banging of Broken Springs

Banging could be a symptom of broken torsion springs. Furthermore, an out-of-balance garage door leads to banging or crashing. Remember that the high pressure in such a door can make it dangerous to operate. What's more, defective panels could be creating banging sounds.

If these noises are overly loud, your garage door could be approaching the end of its service life. When that happens, consider a replacement to restore it to its normal functionality and safety.

Clunking or Pounding Noise

If you notice a clunk when using the door, the opener could be faulty. New batteries might solve the problem within a short time. But if the issue persists, a broken torsion spring might be causing the thump sound. You'll need a replacement quickly to enjoy the following benefits:

• Safe operation
• Easier opening and closing
• Longer lifespan

As seen, different unusual garage door noises have diverse meanings. Therefore, pay keen attention to any disruptive sounds and consider a door replacement if they don't go away with repairs.