Professional Garage Door Repair in Watauga, TX

Routine Maintenance Services

The key to extending the life of your garage door is making sure you take proper care of it. When you call on us for routine maintenance services, you can rest assured that your garage door will stay in optimal condition and continue operating properly. When it comes to garage door service in Watauga, we are the company that goes above and beyond to take care of your equipment while helping you avoid costly repairs in the years ahead. We know that when a garage door is serviced regularly, it will continue working reliably for a much longer time.

With proper care, you can expect your garage door to last 20 to 25 years or even longer. Garage door maintenance should be scheduled twice a year to make sure your door is operating safely and that there are no developing problems. We catch issues early before they turn into major repairs. For example, a maintenance visit can often identify problems with springs or hinges before they fail completely and cause serious inconvenience.

Making sure the door's rollers aren't too loud

The technician will open and close the garage door several times while paying close attention to its movement. The door must remain level and move smoothly. The technician will also listen carefully to ensure the rollers are not excessively loud and that the tracks are properly aligned. If any issues are noticed, the technician will investigate further to determine whether any parts should be replaced. Replacing worn components early can save time and prevent major inconveniences later.

During the visit, the technician will carefully clean each component. A soft cloth is used to remove residue, grime, and dust particles that have accumulated. As the parts are cleaned, they are also inspected for cracks, damage, or signs of excessive wear. The technician ensures each component moves freely. The parts are then lubricated with a silicone-based lubricant, which allows them to move smoothly and reduces the risk of damage caused by dryness.

After checking the entire door, including cables and struts, the technician will inspect the garage door opener. He will look for problems with gears, sprockets, pulleys, belts, and sensors. The batteries in remote controls and the battery backup will also be checked. If your opener does not have battery backup, the technician can explain how the system works and help you decide if it is a feature you would like to add.

Most Residential Garage Doors Have Two Springs

The number and type of springs used on a garage door depend on several factors, including the size and weight of the door. Most residential garage doors use two springs, although some older systems use only one. Because commercial doors are larger and heavier, they often use four or more springs. Regardless of the number used, all springs perform the same function: counterbalancing the weight of the garage door.

Torsion and Extension Spring Systems

Garage doors typically use either torsion springs or extension springs, and each type functions differently.

• Torsion springs are installed above the door and connected to a shaft. The shaft may run through the center of the spring. These springs create torque to balance the weight of the door.
• Extension springs are located above the horizontal tracks on each side of the garage door. As the door opens and closes, these springs stretch and contract to generate the energy needed to keep the door balanced.

If a garage door spring breaks, you should not attempt to operate the door. A broken spring can cause the door to fall unexpectedly. If multiple springs are installed, the remaining spring may temporarily hold the door, but operating it can place extra strain on the system and cause additional springs to break.

When garage door springs develop problems, you should call a trained technician immediately. Some doors use specialized spring systems such as Torquemaster or EZ-Set systems. Our technicians are trained to work with these systems as well.

Because we sell parts directly to the public, we maintain a full inventory needed to repair spring systems quickly. This includes torsion springs, extension springs, cones, winding bars, set screws, one-piece springs, and specialty systems.

We understand that garage door springs often break at the most inconvenient times. For that reason, Watauga TX garage door repair provides 24/7 emergency service so you can call us anytime. Even during late-night calls, we do not charge extra fees. There is no service call fee when you rely on our team.

Garage door springs should be inspected during routine maintenance visits twice a year to help prevent unexpected failures.

It is important to remember that garage door springs can be dangerous. A small mistake during repair or replacement can cause serious injury. A spring that releases unexpectedly can knock someone from a ladder, break bones, or cause severe cuts.