Inspections and tune-ups keep your garage door operating properly and a few upgrades can improve its performance as we head into the summertime. The following will help you combat or reverse the basic wear and tear damage your door suffers over time.
1. Start Using Smart Technology
A smart garage door opener works along the same lines as a smart door lock. It monitors the status of the door to tell you whether it’s locked or unlocked and either open or closed. Your mobile device will let you access that information via a connected app, making it easy to monitor your garage door from anywhere in the world.
In addition to monitoring the door’s status, though, the app will also give you the ability to operate the door. Use the app to close your garage door if it was accidentally left open or open it while you’re away so deliveries can be made.
2. Remodel Your Garage Door
If you have kept up with a good door maintenance plan, it might be a while before you need to address issues with its mechanical components, but touching up the appearance of the door might be a different story. Consider giving it a fresh look with a new coat of paint or installing windows into it. Doing so will provide natural lighting and make it easier to work on projects without overusing artificial lights. It can also be the first step toward transforming your garage into an entertainment area.
3. Replace Mechanical Components
Eventually, you will start to see your garage door show the typical signs of wear and tear damage, creaking or operating more slowly, for instance. Scheduling a spring replacement might help solve uneven door operation by replacing the rollers.
During a seasonal tune-up, ask your garage door contractor for any suggestions they may have. Fine-tuning the door’s operation over time can help you avoid many repair issues that homeowners face in the early years of garage maintenance, and consistent care that includes upgrades can help you keep your door in like-new condition.
Trust the First Name in Garage Door Maintenance
D Bar Garage Doors has a long history of providing the best care for garage doors. We offer tune-ups and maintenance services in addition to repairs and new door installations, so whether you need service for your existing garage door or want a new one installed, contact us today to get started.
