A garage door off its tracks is one of the worst case scenarios homeowners can face. A garage door off its tracks can be stuck in an odd position, either hanging off its hinges or leaning at an odd angle. This means you are unable to enter your garage or close it. Connecticut Garage Door Repair offers off track garage door repair in Connecticut. You should never attempt to put your garage door back on its tracks. This is because it may cause further damage.
What Causes Garage Doors to Go Off Track
There are several things that can cause your garage door to come off its tracks which include a broken cable causing one side of the garage door to drop off its tracks, a bent garage door track resulting from an accident, old rollers that are no longer functioning, debris in the track causing rollers to come off track, and broken or loose track brackets.
The Danger of an Off Track Garage Door
A garage door off its tracks is extremely dangerous. A garage door off its tracks is extremely heavy and completely unpredictable. A garage door off its tracks can move without any warning. This means it can cause severe injuries to anyone in its way. In addition, it can cause significant damage to anything under it. You should therefore ensure that everyone is away from the door. You should also refrain from opening or closing it until we arrive.
Our Off Track Repair Process
When our technicians arrive at your location, they will first secure the door to prevent any unwanted movement, then they will identify the problem that led to the door becoming off track, it may range from a broken cable, a bent track or worn out rollers, then our technicians will realign and re secure the door, replace any damaged part and then reinstall the door onto the track for a final operational test.
Preventing Future Off Track Problems
As earlier stated, the best way to prevent your garage door from becoming off track is through regular maintenance. Our garage door maintenance service involves checking and aligning the track, checking the condition of the rollers, inspecting the cables, tightening the hardware, and performing a balance test. Keeping your garage door track clean and free from debris, checking your garage door track periodically for any signs of dents or bends, and avoiding any contact from your vehicle can help prevent your garage door from becoming off track.
Emergency Off Track Service Available Now
If your garage door is currently off the track, then you are in luck. Connecticut Garage Door Repair is available to help. Give us a call today at (203) 437-7156. We are available for emergency service and our technician will arrive prepared to fix your garage door that is currently off the track.
