(801) 784-4550 info@ugdservices.com
Serving Salt Lake City and Surrounding Areas
(801) 784-4550 info@ugdservices.comServing Salt Lake City and Surrounding Areas
By: webadmin | January 7, 2020
When your garage door isn’t working right, it can really cause some problems. Your garage door is the first line of defense against the weather, and it protects your car and other personal items inside the garage. If you want easy access to your garage this winter, then you need to do garage door maintenance before you the freezing weather sets in.
Every time you open the garage dirt, dust and debris come in with you. All that grime can work its way into the door track and cause it to stop functioning. The best way to clean and lubricate the roller track is to close the door and work on it from the inside. You’ll need a ladder, an old toothbrush and a can of disc brake cleaner. Spray and scrub all of the mechanisms including the tracks, nuts and bolts, and wipe it down with a clean rag.
While you’re cleaning, take a look at all of the moving parts. If you notice rust, broker or loose parts, then now is a great time to take care of these problems. Just a little bit of your time today will allow you easy access to your garage all winter long, so you don’t get stuck outside in the frigid temperatures of winter.
You should also check the weathers tripping, springs and pulleys for signs of wear and tear. If your springs or pulleys look bent, then you should get them replaced. It’s also a good idea to ensure the spring mechanisms are working the way they should. You can check your springs by pulling the release handle. Your door should stay partially open once you disengage the opener.
The final step in your maintenance project is to give lubricate all of the moving parts of the door. Simply spray the lubricant onto the hinges and rollers. We suggest using a white lithium grease spray lubricant.
Even if you’ve been on top of all of the suggested maintenance, there are some jobs that need professional help. You can call us anytime for a variety of garage door services. Our technicians have experience in all aspects of garage access. We specialize in providing quality solutions for spring repair, off-track repair and parts replacements. Our friendly team can provide you with same-day service when you need it. Talk to us about new installations and panel replacements too. We’ve been in business since 2007, and we’re proud to provide the best garage door maintenance service for you.
Universal Garage Door Repair
2150 South 1300 East, Suite 500
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 784-4550