3 Things Your Service Provider Can Do to Improve the Performance of Your Old Garage Door
Posted on: 17 May 2017
Tired of dealing with a worn-out garage door that seems hard to open and close or doesn't adequately protect the inside of your garage? Here are a few things your technician can do to improve the performance of your old garage door overall:
Replace the Torsion Springs
The torsion springs are responsible for bearing most of the weight of your garage door so you can easily open and close it whether remotely or by hand. Because of the wear and tear they're put under on a consistent basis, your torsion springs can get loose and even end up failing, which can cause damage to belongings and injuries to people. If your torsion springs haven't been replaced within the decade or so, consider having your technician inspect them as soon as possible and replace them if necessary. You should notice smoother operation and handling right away after maintenance or replacements.
Upgrade the Door Opener
If you don't already own one, have your service provider replace your current garage door opener with a newer SMART option for optimized performance and enhanced convenience. A SMART opener should allow you to monitor the activity of your garage door as well as open and close it remotely no matter where you happen to be in the world. You can even program your SMART device to open and close your garage door at scheduled times throughout the day, which can come in handy if you're someone who forgets to close it often after leaving or you want to make it look like someone is coming and going for security reasons.
Update the Weather Stripping
Like the rest of your home, if proper weather stripping isn't in place your garage won't be protected from the outdoor elements as well as it should be. This can lead to higher energy bills each month and weather damage to any belongings that you store in the space. By having your technician replace any worn weather stripping around your garage door with new stuff, you'll close off any gaps or leaks that are present and possibly improve energy efficiency in the space by up to 40-percent. Ask your service provider for a list of the different types of weather stripping they have available so you can determine whether to stick with the stuff you've been using or invest in an upgrade.
These are just a few of the important upgrades a service provider like Guaranteed Door Service can make to enhance the performance of your garage door and make utilizing your garage more convenient overall.
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