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Garage Door Maintenance Basics
Keep a garage door running smoothly
This guide covers simple garage door maintenance: inspect rollers and tracks, lubricate hinges/springs (if safe), test auto-reverse sensors, and check door balance with opener disconnected.
- garage door
- maintenance
- auto-reverse
- balance
- lubrication
Inspect and clean
Check rollers/tracks for debris; tighten loose hardware.
Lubricate moving parts
Use garage-door lubricant on hinges/rollers; leave torsion springs to pros if unsure.
Test safety sensors
Block the sensor path and ensure door reverses; test auto-reverse by light pressure.
Check balance
Disconnect opener; door should stay halfway open. Call a pro if it falls or rises.
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