Garage doors are important access points for both homes and businesses and if an automatic opener system starts malfunctioning or sustains damage, the routine and flow that has been established in your...
Garage doors are important access points for both homes and businesses and if an automatic opener system starts malfunctioning or sustains damage, the routine and flow that has been established in your environment can be greatly interrupted. That fact makes it tempting to try to fix any garage door maladies yourself so you don’t have to wait or pay for a professional to come out and do it. While there are some things that are entirely within the DIY realm, there are certain issues you should leave to the professionals because the damage you can do operating in ignorance is much greater than the cost you’ll pay for a trained professional to provide the services. The following are a few of these issues and brief descriptions.
Replacing Springs
Spring replacement can be very dangerous to someone who is untrained and not properly equipped for the task. The tension that the springs hold lends them to being prone to snapping back when being detached from their set position. The tips of springs are sharp and if someone gets caught by one as it quickly snaps they could suffer a laceration or serious cut. Eye injuries are also a concern when dealing with replacing springs. It can be tempting to fix a spring issue yourself because they are so critical for your garage door system to function correctly. You may be fully confident in your skills as a handy man, but it is best to call in a pro to handle this issue.
Replacing Panels
Having to replace one or more panels isn’t really a matter of functionality as much as it is a matter of cosmetics. Hiring a professional for panel replacement is important for many reasons including reducing danger and assessing why the panels actually sustained damage to the point they needed replacing. If you have panels replaced without understanding why your old panels warped in the first place will leave you prone to experiencing the exact same problem. Replacing your panels is not cheap to do and enduring that expense is not something you want to go through multiple times, especially when the potential to repeat the issue is so easily remedied.
Busted Cables
Cables are integral to the successful operation of your garage door. The fact that these cables are under constant tension makes them very dangerous to fix, especially if you are not properly trained for the task. It takes knowledge and experience to accurately place and attach the cables. The danger presented by cables is similar to that of replacing springs. Lacerations, cuts and eye injuries are all concerns associated with cable work.
Replacing Rollers
If you have bent or broken rollers you may want to take care of them yourself because they are extremely important to the functionality of your garage. You should definitely hire a professional because it is a risky procedure to carry out. Getting your fingers or or clothing caught in between the rollers and tracks is very possible, which could result in serious injury.