How & Why You Should Use Garage Door Lubricant

Applying garage door lubricant is not as difficult as you may think, but you should consider some recommendations first. In this article, we’ll explain why and how you should apply the lubricant so you can prolong your garage door’s lifespan.

Try the following before calling an Ahwatukee garage door repair service.

Why Should You Apply Lubricant To Your Garage Door?

Your garage door is one of the largest and heaviest moving parts in your house, so it needs special attention. The tracks, rollers, springs, and hinges need proper maintenance once every few months to keep the garage door working properly.  Here are some of the reasons why using garage door lubricant is so crucial:

It Reduces Noise

Your garage door has many moving parts. You have rollers and hinges that make noise when they wear out or are not correctly installed. The entry also contains screws, roller bearings, and springs, to name a few components. Lubricating these parts once a year usually solve any noise issues.

Reduces Wear On Your Garage Door Hinges

Garage door hinges allow the door panels to fold and unfold when the door raises and lowers. If you've ever tried to open or close a garage door with broken hinges, you know how difficult it is to move the door.  While a garage door opener relieves you of the burden of opening and closing the door, it does not relieve the pressure on the hinges. Lubricating the hinges aids in their function, preventing the garage door opener from overworking.

The Rollers Receive Proper Attention

You can tell rollers need lubrication if they make an unpleasant screeching noise. Garage door rollers allow your garage door to move smoothly up and down the track, so you shouldn’t ignore them.  Lubricant allows for an additional layer of protection between the roller and the metal components, resulting in smoother movement.

Pro tip: There are several different kind of rollers. Nylon sealed ball-bearing rollers are the best ones to have on your garage door. The only lubrication required is on the stem part of the roller that goes into the hinge. 

How To Use A Garage Door Lubricant

Before you consider lubricating your garage door, you should complete a few other maintenance tasks. These include checking the hinges, and ensuring that all bolts and nuts are tight.  While doing these tasks, you may notice other potential issues that could contribute to unpleasant noise and strange movements. A Chandler garage door repair service may be necessary if you think that greasing your garage door won’t be enough.  After completing these maintenance tasks, close the garage door and turn off the power before proceeding with the steps below.

Step 1: Lubricate The Hinges & Rollers

Now you can start lubricating! Keep in mind that lithium-based or silicone grease is best. Spray the hinges with the lubricant in the pivot points of the hinge. 

After that, lubricate the rollers. If you know you have the sealed bearing rollers as stated before you will only need to lubricate the stem of the roller. This way the rollers can still move freely in the hinges so the door can move side to side as needed. 

Step 2: Continue With The Bearing Plates & Springs

You will need a ladder for this step, as you will be lubricating the components above the garage door.  Thoroughly spray the springs with the lubricant. Open the garage door after applying lubricating. This motion will help you distribute it more evenly. 

 If you notice that the door's springs are damaged, contact an Ahwatukee garage door repair service to replace them ASAP. 

Hire The Pros

If you need to replace your springs or you need urgent garage door repair, contact Same Day Garage Door Services! We’ll be happy to assist you and make your garage door work again! Call us now to get a free quote.

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