At Midwest Garage Door Company, we understand the importance of regular maintenance to ensure your garage door operates smoothly and quietly. Rely on the Midwest Garage Door Company team of I.D.E.A. certified technicians to provide the garage door lubrication and maintenance services to ensure your garage door remains reliable and efficient. Contact us for all your garage door replacement, repair, and maintenance needs.
Pre-Lubrication Maintenance
Before beginning lubricating your garage door, perform essential pre-maintenance tasks:
- Tighten Every Part: Ensure all nuts and bolts are snug, avoiding over-tightening. Replace worn parts if necessary.
- Inspect Rollers: Check for unsealed bearings on rollers, which can accumulate dirt and lead to noise and instability.
- Hinges Check: Worn hinges can cause noise and binding as the door opens; inspect and replace as needed.
- Garage Door Opener Chain: Tighten the garage door opener chain to prevent slapping sounds and jerky movements.
Step-By-Step Guide on How to Lubricate Garage Door
Follow our step-by-step guide for effective garage door lubrication:
- Close the garage door and turn off the power to the opener.
- Wipe tracks with a damp rag; avoid lubricating the tracks, as this will make it harder for the rollers to move. If cleaning the tracks is challenging, consider using automotive brake cleaner to effectively loosen stubborn grime.
- Open the door and lubricate hinges, rollers, springs, bearing plates, armbar, lock, and ball bearings inside each roller. Wipe away any excess lubrication, and do not lubricate nylon rollers.
- Distribute grease evenly by opening and closing the door.
- Lubricate the armbar, lock, and keyhole to make manually locking the door easier.
- Lubricate the top of the rail and avoid greasing the chain since it already has a natural lubricant.
General Garage Door Lubrication Tips
Lubricate all moving parts every six months for longevity and quiet operation, especially in harsh environments. Use all-weather products for consistent performance. Cold weather lubrication is crucial to prevent brittleness in springs.
Choosing the Right Garage Door Lubricant
Selecting the appropriate lubricant is vital. Opt for silicone sprays or white lithium grease. Silicone sprays with a straw attachment are effective for small spaces, while white lithium grease adheres well to metal, ensuring longevity.
Contact Midwest Garage Door Company
At Midwest Garage Door Company, our service technicians earn their certification through the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation within their first two years at the company. Whether you need a reliable garage door supplier, installer, or service and repair technician, Midwest Garage Door Company will complete all garage door service areas with premium quality and customer service.
Midwest Garage Door Company proudly serves Central and Southern Illinois. For more information or a free new garage door estimate, contact our team. We look forward to providing you with superior garage door solutions.