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How to Maintain Your Garage Doors
For your safety, contact a professional to handle all repairs to your garage door. The door springs are under a considerable amount of tension and require special tools and knowledge for accurate and safe servicing.
Locks
Locks
At least once a year, apply a penetrating oil or graphite lubricant to all rollers and hinges. Do not use WD-40 or similar types of products as they will cause build up. Tighten any loose screws, bolts or nuts to prevent any parts from falling out of adjustment.
Operating Maintenance
Operating Maintenance
Problems with a garage door lock can usually be attributed to a lock bar that is out of alignment. This can be adjusted by loosening the screws, realigning the mechanism, and tightening the screws.
Use a graphite lubricant to keep the lock turning freely. Do not use oil on a lock because it will stiffen in cold weather and make the lock difficult to operate.
Wood Garage Doors
Keep all wood doors properly painted or stained both inside and out to prevent warping or peeling. For best results, the exterior should be refinished every year or two.
Light, Air and Nature
Light, Air and Nature
Garage doors are not air tight. Light is typically visible around the edges and across the top of the door. Severe weather conditions may result in some precipitation entering around the door.
Adding a Garage Door Opener
Adding a Garage Door Opener
If you have a garage door opener installed by a company other than David Weekley Homes, it may void your standard garage door warranty.
Wood Garage Doors
