The importance of maintaining overhead doors
Garage doors don’t start malfunctioning suddenly unless there has been an accident. However, a garage door that has not been maintained well despite the warning signs of wear and tear can cause serious damage including physical injury to the owners and property. Magnolia Glass & Mirror discusses the importance of maintaining overhead doors in the blog below.
Spotting the early signs of damage in overhead doors and taking timely action can save the homeowner a lot of hassle, stress, and money. Some of the signs of the damage in overhead doors that homeowners must pay attention to are:
- Intense squeaking and squealing when operating garage door
- A garage door that won’t open or close all the way
- Bent or broken panels within the garage door
- Missing parts or broken springs that prevent the garage door from working properly
- A garage door that seems to get “stuck” in the middle of opening or closing
Ignoring the issues will only worsen the situation. Here are some of the consequences of not maintaining overhead doors:
- Big repair bills – Ignoring early signs of damage can escalate into a situation that requires massive repair. A simple spring replacement, for instance, can quickly turn into a new garage door installation if the issue goes untreated while the motor is exerting force on other components. A stitch in time will save nine.
- Lack of security – A malfunctioning garage door is as good as an open invitation to unwanted visitors. It compromises the security of the home and makes the homeowner vulnerable to crime and theft.
- Loss of insulation in climate control – A broken garage door is like an open window allowing hot or cold air to rush into the house to disrupt the climate control. This exposure to the outside elements can lead to high energy bills, an ill-maintained temperature within the property, and damage to the garage and its contents.
- Safety and injury – Ill-maintained garage doors can cause serious accidents, injuring the residents. The garage door that is damaged can fall or open of its own accord, wounding anyone in its way and damaging property such as vehicles. This is a huge safety concern and therefore must be addressed at the earliest.
It's extremely important to monitor the garage door's many complex parts and ensure that they're in safe and functional order. In-depth testing and inspection on an annual basis can ensure that any minor issues are identified and addressed before they become serious concerns. Homeowners can contact the team at Magnolia Glass & Mirror for professional and reliable overhead door repair and installation services.
Magnolia and Genie
Magnolia Glass & Mirror not only offers commercial and residential overhead doors but also makes operating these doors a smooth experience with the Genie garage door openers and accessories.
As a proud Genie authorized dealer and service provider, Magnolia will now offer a complete and stellar overhead door experience to its clients. Now, home access is as easy as pushing a button or using an app on a smart device.
Why Magnolia Glass & Mirror?
Magnolia Glass is a family business, founded by Mr. & Mrs. Joe Adams in 1966, which is currently being operated by Smoky, Marcus & Chrystal Osborn. Offering a wide range of services to residential and commercial customers in Magnolia and surrounding areas, Magnolia Glass offers high-quality and dependable service with integrity to its customers. The services offered are:
- Shower doors
- Replacement windows
- Custom mirror/glass
- Commercial glazing
- Overhead doors
For more information on overhead doors or other glass and mirror services, call (870) 587-1595.
