Garage Door Maintenance

Q: What basic maintenance should I do myself?

Homeowners can perform simple tasks such as: Cleaning and lubricating moving parts (rollers, hinges, springs, tracks). Inspecting and tightening hardware like bolts and screws. Checking door balance by disconnecting the opener and manually lifting the door halfway — it should stay in place if balanced.

Q: Do electric garage doors need more maintenance than manual ones?

Yes. Electric garage doors should be serviced every 12 months to ensure the motor and safety sensors are functioning properly. Manual doors may require less frequent servicing, depending on usage and mechanism type.

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Garage door maintenance for a longer lifespan.

Although a modern, high-quality garage door shouldn’t encounter many problems, it is still wise to keep it in good working order. With that in mind, maintaining moving parts can help it to operate effectively years down the line.

Eastern Garage Doors are not only committed to providing customers with the absolute best products we want to ensure our knowledge and expertise is used to care for the doors we install. Highly recommended, our experts are available to handle the more complicated tasks, however there are simple checks homeowners can do to identify potential issues themselves.

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4 Things you can do to maintain your garage door.

Although the best way to maintain your door is to have this done by a professional engineer, some DIY tasks are simple and easy to do should you wish to do them yourself. At least once every year is a good interval for homeowners to attend to four simple jobs.

Carry out visual inspections

We always advise homeowners to check around all mechanisms including the locks, cables, rollers, tracks and springs for any evidence of loose bolts, cracks, bends, obstructions or excessive wear. If these are things you notice, they could be one of the reasons why your garage door is operating less smoothly or safely than you remember when it was new. Judge its condition as being good if panels and lathes are straight, free of cracks, dents, or warping, the door moves smoothly and quietly, it passes basic safety reversal tests and parts are without visible wear or misalignment. Well maintained it will work efficiently, but more importantly remain safe and secure.

Keep the door and the surrounding area clean and clear

A self-evident way to care for your door is to keep it and its surroundings clean and clear. Debris and dirt can cause issues for a garage door overtime if this builds up, particularly within metal parts, like the roller tracks, where rust may begin to appear. To clean surfaces, use a mild detergent, soft sponges and microfibre cloths.

Operate the door with care

Bear in mind to operate your garage door with care. Although we provide products to last, poor handling can still cause mechanical problems. As you use the door, stay mindful, check that the entranceway is clear, and ensure it runs smoothly without interruption.

Lubricate the door when required

Maintain your garage door by applying the right lubricant to its moving parts. Without regular care, they can seize or slow down. If the door bangs, screeches, or sticks halfway, applying the right lubricant could improve performance. For the best results, use a light, neutral machine oil rather than heavy grease or WD 40, as these oils protect metal parts, ease friction, and reduce wear.

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Hopefully, you’ll have time to tick off some of these jobs without cause for concern but obviously some home repairs aren’t suited to DIYers – more detailed checks are better undertaken by an expert.

As you move into more technical areas where attention may shift from spotting signs of damage, wear and tear to detecting underlying mechanical faults we’d recommend you talk to us. By having a professional carry out this process you will help to prevent any major technical problems and avoid paying out for big garage door repair bills.

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Our team is able to schedule maintenance support to keep your garage looking the part and operating properly, enhancing its lifespan.

We provide expert advice, take your old door or parts away and even offer a 10-year quality guarantee on some of our door surfaces when they’re fitted as new. Plus, you will enjoy the additional peace of mind this provides, knowing your door is taken care of.

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Gear and spring maintenance can help prevent the door from sticking or failing due to tension issues.
Roller and track inspection for wear, alignment or obstructions, and replaced if necessary.
Lock and security check to ensure secure closure. Adjustments or replacements can be made if faulty.
General mechanism assessment for signs of wear or damage. Hinges, pivots, and other moving parts are lubricated and tested.
Door balance testing to confirm the door stays in position when lifted.
Panel and lath inspection of dents, cracks, or warping that could affect operation.
Weather seal replacement – we can examine and replace bottom seals to reduce drafts and water ingress
Opener and remote testing – we can verify the motor, chain/belt, and remotes function correctly.
Safety mechanism verification – auto‑reverse and sensor systems are tested for a reliable response.

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FAQs

Here we have answered some of the most frequently asked questions about maintenance to help make sure you have the information you need.

If I buy an automatic door, will you come out if there is a problem?

Yes, we will come out if there is a problem. We will need some description of the fault to help diagnose the issue. Equally, if you have forgotten how to override the door during a power cut you can give us a call and if we can’t help over the phone we will get out to you as soon as we can.

What basic maintenance should I do myself?

Homeowners can perform simple tasks such as:

Cleaning and lubricating moving parts (rollers, hinges, springs, tracks).
Inspecting and tightening hardware like bolts and screws.
Checking door balance by disconnecting the opener and manually lifting the door halfway — it should stay in place if balanced.

Do electric garage doors need more maintenance than manual ones?

Yes. Electric garage doors should be serviced every 12 months to ensure the motor and safety sensors are functioning properly. Manual doors may require less frequent servicing, depending on usage and mechanism type.

Can my old garage door still be repaired?

In most cases, yes. Springs, cables, locks, and handles can often be replaced, even if original parts are no longer manufactured. However, if the door is very old or severely damaged, replacement may be more cost-effective.

Why is regular garage door maintenance important?

Garage doors are used multiple times daily, which causes wear and tear on mechanical parts. Without maintenance, small issues can escalate into costly repairs, and safety risks may arise. Regular care keeps the door reliable, secure, and looking good

Do you take away the old door?

We always take your old garage door away unless you request otherwise. All doors and waste are recycled wherever possible.

My new car is bigger that my previous one, how can I gain some more space?

This is a common problem as cars get bigger, but we have several garage alteration options that can help including altering brickwork or removing central pillars where there are two single sized doors and converting them into one large door.

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Customer Reviews

“Excellent service and quality product. Highly recommend. Thank you.”

Ian Bates, Alford (LN13)

Your customer service and products have been of the highest standard and we are both very happy with the garage door. Your installer was polite efficient and explained things to us very well. The door is working perfectly. You have two very satisfied customers!

John and Jo

SUCCESS! After two poor experiences with garage door fitting companies who let me down, I was delighted when I found the Eastern Group. From the beginning this was a positive experience. An excellent tidy job, all original rotten door frame removed & replaced & new door fitted all in approx two & half hours. They took away all of the old fittings & the door. I consider the new door of excellent quality & the tidy installation works perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending this product & the business like procedures at Eastern Group.

Brigid

I just want to say a huge thank you to Pat who fitted the door beautifully yesterday and to the wider company for the most competitive quote and the fast and excellent service.

Andrew

Excellent service from survey to installation.Installation engineers Very good,neat and tidy,would highly recommend

Wayne Glading

Two new garage doors fitted superbly by very friendly efficient fitter. Customer Service very good. Would not hesitate to recommend and use Eastern Garage Doors again

Terry

Excellent service, arrived an hour early,fitted door brilliantly New door looks very nice we are well pleased,Thanks

Surinder Saini

I had a roller garage door installed by Eastern garage doors. Nice people to deal with everyone I met was friendly and courteous. The door was fitted with minimum fuss and any mess tidied up. Very pleased with my purchase and highly recommend them

Robert Davey

A good friend of ours recommended EGD. From our first contact with them, through the process’ of initial contact, site visit, installation and post installation follow up, they have been excellent. Delivering what they said, when that said they would. A thoroughly refreshing experience in today’s skewed environment. Highly recommended

Al Clark

From initial survey to installation we found Eastern Garage Doors to be very profesional.In particular the installer did a superb job & afterwards explained the operation of the doors

Peter Hall

All the staff were very friendly and well informed,my installation was carried out expertly and on time.Very pleased with the results

Tim Oakes

Fitted quickly, works well and as I had to move stuff to make room for the installation I have re-organised the “shed” and now have more space!

Tony Meacock

Good service from start to finish, installers turned up and did a good job. I was kept informed throughout the process, and door was installed before estimated lead time of completion. Overall, really pleased

Matt Newell

In a word, Excellent. The fitter arrived early morning as arranged and immediately began to get organised and started fitting the 2 garage doors. He worked quickly and tidily and did a fantastic job. He was friendly and polite, and I couldn’t fault a single thing. He left the area clean and tidy and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Eastern Garage Doors. A 5 star service from the office staff, to the surveyor/quote, to fitting.

Carole West

Excellent service from the initial phone call and site survey to installation. Very pleased with the new front door and garage door. Would highly recommend.

Roz Yale

Quick and easy, two motors replaced, no hassle – much better (more powerful) than the old ones.

Graham Temple

Excellent product and service. We would highly recommend.

Terry Morris

I just wanted to express how happy I am with the finished article. The door is great! Your installer was a really lovely, polite, conscientious chap as well. Overall 5/5… I would happily recommend you to friends and family.

Daniel Wright

EGD provided us with new roller shutter doors just before Xmas-excellent and top class service throughout from start to finish. Highly recommend and opportunity to support well established family business

Gerald Norden

Such wonderful people at EGD. From receptionist to surveyor to fitting engineer. Friendly, knowledgable, flexible. Recommend them wholeheartedly. Mr and Mrs Jackson

Carlton Jackson

A great service from beginning to end.

Emma Cooper

The whole process from quote to fitting ran extremely smoothly. The guys would fitted our door were particularly great; friendly and super efficient. All in all a great experience!

Ally Hughs

Professional installation. Easy to do business with and very happy. Would recommend.

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