Did you know that now your Garage Door is normally used more than your front door? The average garage door opens and closes approximately 1500 times per year!

So just like our vehicles, garage doors need regular upkeep and maintenance to make sure they continue to work efficiently and safely. Have a read below to learn more about the reasons why you should always have your
Garage door looked at and serviced by a professional.

1. Prolong the Lifespan

With so many moving parts your garage door and its motor need regular checking and servicing to make sure it lives
up to the expected life expectancy

2. Safety for your Family

One of the most important factors, even the number one reason for getting your garage door regularly serviced is your
family’s safety. With your garage door being one of the largest moving parts in your home it is essential to have a professional
inspect regularly to check it is operating safely for your family.

3. Repairs can be costly

We all know to well that if we ignore small issues, they can lead to major problems. By ignoring your garage door
maintenance you can run the risk of what could have been a small issue turning into having to spend a lot more
money. The good news is with regular servicing by a professional you can catch small issues at the start.

4. Keep the door & motor working how it should

After coming home from a big day, the last thing you want is to have a malfunctioning or hard to open garage door. Sometimes
garage doors can be difficult to open, especially for people who are getting a bit older, but with regular maintenance it should keep
your door running smoothly. Anything from broken springs to the settings on the opener can cause your door to become stuck or malfunction

5. Quiet Operation

Regular servicing and maintenance keeps your garage door from becoming annoyingly noisy. There are many adjustments/lubrications that
can be made to help with a quieter performing door.

So there are just a few of many reasons why you should always get your garage door / motor serviced regularly by a professional. Even if all appears fine and in working order.

Lastly here is just a few common problems people come across that tell you it’s time to get in touch with us to have it fixed for you before it gets worse· The Door is not opening when you press your remote
· Your door is squeaking or grinding as it goes up and down
· The motor is making strange noises or not running at all
· Door opening unexpectedly
· Misaligned Door
· Visible damage on hinges, wheels, chains/belts