{"id":2346,"date":"2022-10-25T06:05:52","date_gmt":"2022-10-25T06:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/twinsgaragedoors.com\/madison\/?p=2346"},"modified":"2022-10-25T06:05:52","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T06:05:52","slug":"7-garage-door-problems-to-watch-out-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/twinsgaragedoors.com\/wi\/7-garage-door-problems-to-watch-out-for\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Garage Door Problems to Watch Out For"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Don\u2019t battle your garage door problems alone. Call Twins Garage Doors at\u00a0(608) 420-5846<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>for fast, professional help.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

Garage doors open and close more than 1500 times a year. Therefore, they are bound to break down from time to time. The problem could be as simple as a dead battery in a remote or as complex as a damaged spring system.<\/p>\n

Either way, it is usually easy to evaluate the problem. That said, many homeowners don\u2019t know the signs of trouble on sight. An expert\u00a0garage door service in Madison, WI<\/a><\/strong>, can give your door a thorough examination and uncover any hidden problems.<\/p>\n

Below are some common garage door issues and their possible remedies.<\/p>\n

GARAGE DOOR IS NOISY<\/b><\/h2>\n

Loose parts and inadequate lubrication are the main reasons for garage door noise. You can often rectify the problem by tightening the screws on all exposed parts of the door and applying lubricants to the rollers. If you notice any loose springs, contact professionals immediately, since these can be dangerous.<\/p>\n

WALL SWITCHES AND REMOTE CONTROLS DON\u2019T WORK<\/b><\/h2>\n

The first thing to do when your wall switches and remote controls don\u2019t work is to check the batteries. They may be grounded or discharged, and a replacement will likely fix the issue.<\/p>\n

If your garage door uses a wall switch, you must confirm that the wirings remain intact. There may be de-soldered wires in there. Reconnect the wires (if you feel comfortable doing so yourself) and check the switch.<\/p>\n

If your best efforts don\u2019t yield any results, you should call a professional for help and advice.<\/p>\n

GARAGE DOOR DOESN\u2019T OPEN OR CLOSE COMPLETELY<\/b><\/h2>\n

This is one of the more prolific garage door problems. There are many reasons why your garage door will not open<\/a> or close entirely, including:<\/p>\n