Is your garage door looking worse for wear? Is it making funny creaky sounds that you’ve never heard before when you try to use it, or maybe quit working altogether?
Whatever the case is, if you think that your garage door is in need of repair, then you’re in the right place. Before you call in a professional to conduct the repairs on your garage door, why not start by educating yourself on these common misconceptions about garage door repair?
#1: Repairs are Easy
Many people think that garage door repairs can’t be very complicated and that it’s surely a good afternoon DIY project.
However, these are intricate and complex pieces of machinery. They are heavy and have a lot of components involved, including rollers and hinges, a screw or chain-drive motor, a wall switch, cables, remote controls, and a magic eye. Knowing how to adjust or replace the entire drive mechanism is far from simple, and this process definitely requires a professional on the scene.
#2: Just Because My Garage Door is Slow Doesn’t Mean Something is Wrong with It
Garage doors often warn you in advance before they fail by becoming slower than usual. Do not ignore these warning signs. Failing to repair it could and has resulted in garage doors falling, and a garage door failing on you can result in serious injury or even death.
#3: “I Can Make That Noise Stop.”
This is a dangerous statement to make about your garage door when it starts making unprecedented noises. You can try to clean any dirt off the track to see if that takes care of the problem, but if the noise persists, it might be a sign of impending failure – meaning you should call a professional to handle it sooner rather than later.
#4: No One Will Fix My Garage Door; They’ll Just Replace It
Well-respected garage door companies understand that any good garage door should have a lifespan of around 30 years. They’ll always try to repair a good door promptly and with competitive prices if they want to earn a loyal customer.
#5: Garage Door Companies are an Expensive Scam
Nothing in life is free, and garage door repairs are no exception.
However, they’re not as expensive as you think. Good companies will offer competitive prices and quality services to their customers, and whatever your local garage door repair expert charges will certainly cost less than a trip to the ER and possible permanent injuries and damage.
If you’re really afraid that a company is going to scam you, then you can check out their BBB ratings, testimonials, or give them a call and ask them how they charge. This can help you find a company that you trust to do a good job and give you more peace of mind about the repair.
Live in the greater St. Paul, Minnesota area? Superior Garage Door Repairs will be proud to come out to take a look at your garage door. We handle repairs, maintenance, and installation for any model or size door. If it has to do with your garage door, we can help. Give us a call today!
