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We all know what a garage door is, and many of us are fortunate enough to have one. But how much do we really know? Do we know what makes up a garage door? Do we know how it works? Do we know its hazards, and common malfunctions? Let's see......

What makes up a garage door?

To state the obvious, every garage door has a door. But there's a lot more parts that make it work. After all, a door can lift on its own. All these parts work together in harmony to create the perfect functioning door. What are these parts you may ask? We don't know......Just kidding!! These are the things we're surrounded with all day!!!!!!

Springs: Make it possible to open the heavy door with little effort

Cables: Strong metal wires that work with the springs to raise and lower the door safely

Rollers: Metal rails on the side of the doors that guide the door up and down

Brackets: Metal parts that connect parts to the ceiling and wall

Sensors: Stop the door from closing if something/someone is blocking the door

Motor: Opens and closes the door, from the top of the ceiling

Weather Stripping: Rubber pieces at the bottom of the door that keep rain, wind, dust, and bugs out

What Are Some Common Malfunctions And Hazards?

"Why does my garage door make a loud screeching noise when it does down?"

That aggravating noise is caused by faulty rollers and hinges (Parts previously mentioned above). Your garage door parts may need a little lubrication to move quietly.

"How come my door won't even open but my power's working fine?"

There's a possibility that your springs may be faulty. Since they help support the weight of the door, it's difficult for a garage door to operate without them working.

"Why is my garage door going down and then right back up?"

This could be because the safety sensors previously mentioned are sensing an object or person blocking the garage door from closing safely. This most likely is an issue you can check without help.

"Why does my door look crooked?"

Sometimes when a cable becomes broken, or a door goes off the track, it causes it to go off to the side and appear crooked.

These tidbits of advice can help garage door owners in the future. We appreciate your time and consideration for we believe education can be the key to success. Now that you've learned more about a garage door, how it works, and its common malfunctions, you can safely apply this knowledge into your life. There isn't anything that can't be taught. And we're so glad to be a part of that learning process here at Elite. If you have any questions, or would like to learn more, give us a call at +1 (252) 955 7662. Thank you for your business and for allowing us to add to your garage door knowledge.

Best Wishes,

Elite Overhead Garage Doors

415 S Wesleyan Blvd

Rocky Mount NC

27803