Understanding the noises that your garage door makes is crucial to knowing when you need to call a professional garage door expert for repair.
Because a garage door is a large moving object that is powered by a motor, it will inevitably make noise while it goes up and down. An automatic garage door is a complex system of many working parts that work in sync to raise and lower, quite possibly, the largest equipment in your home. A garage door system consists of hinges, cables, springs, a metal track, and the garage door itself. All of these components can make noises, so it is often difficult to determine what is causing the sounds that you hear in your garage.
The most important thing to remember is this: if you notice an unusual sound during the operation of your garage door, do not ignore it. Any type of sound that is out of the normal indicates that something has changed with your garage door system. Please understand that your garage door is a large and very heavy piece of equipment. It can cause significant damage to your property and loved ones if it is not functioning correctly. It is crucial that you seek the help of a garage door repair expert when it comes to diagnosing and correcting issues with your garage door. HABPRO Garage Doors is proud to be the name that Atlanta residents turn to when they need garage door services.
Understanding the noises that your garage door makes when functioning properly can help you determine what sounds are not normal. A properly working garage door should have a steady hum within the motor and gentle track noises as it opens and lowers. However, if you notice any of the following sounds with your garage door, it is time to call in the experts.
Grinding Noises
A constant, grinding noise is a sign that the chain or belt on your garage door is too tight or too loose. A garage door is not meant to “grind” while it works. It should have a smooth operating system. The experts at HABPRO can adjust the belt or chain so that your garage door will function normally.
Squeaking Sounds
Squeaking when the garage door is opening or closing is actually a common sound for operation. Most often, a lubrication needs to be applied to correct this bothersome noise.
Clinking and Clunking Sounds
While there may be no official description of a “clink” or a “clunk,” loud noises that indicate that your garage door is not running along the track smoothly are sounds that you need to pay attention to. Rusted spring coils and/or defective rollers can cause all kinds of ruckus. It is crucial to call HABPRO Garage Doors to replace them before they break or fall off and cause major problems.
Thumping Noises
The most serious sound you will hear from your garage door Is a loud thumping noise. The most common reason for this noise is that a torsion spring has broken, and the garage door is not closing at a proper level. You will need to have the torsion spring replaced or the door itself replaced to avoid the garage door to come crashing down.
You want your garage door to work as smoothly and silently as possible. If it suddenly begins making new noises or loud sounds, you need to take action. It is often difficult to determine the exact cause of garage door sounds without proper knowledge of how a garage door system works. If you notice strange, loud, or frightening sounds, please call the experts at HABPRO Garage Doors immediately. We are Metro Atlanta’s Best Choice.
Jamie H.