Garage Doors Repair Service Garage Door Repair - Facts You Should Know | Page 10

Garage Door Cable Repair
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Even though the process can be pretty straightforward, it’s also easy to make a few
mistakes when you’re repairing the garage door cable. For instance, you shouldn’t let
too much slack in when you’re installing the cable, since this can keep the door from
opening and closing the right way. The cables also have to be properly tightened and
there are some cables you can purchase that will snap so they should be checked
about twice a year for wear and tear.
Since the track is what’s necessary to keep the door in the right place and functioning
properly, garage door track installation is one of the most essential parts of the
installation. The track is runners made of metal that are placed on the walls or ceiling
of the garage; the door slides on these cables when it is lowered or raised. When the
tracks are installed properly, you can avoid problems with your garage door in the
future
Be sure to measure the tracks and the space where they will be positioned carefully.
There has to be equal distance between the top of the runner and the top of the
garage door, as well as equal distance on both sides of the track and the garage
door. Usually, there should only be about half an inch of space between the track and
the garage door. To make sure that both the door and the track are straight, use a
tape measure.
Remember to also be careful with the screws when you’re installing or repairing a
garage door cable. The screws should be tight but not firm so that the drums holding
the cables won’t crack. Screws that are firm but only overly secure will keep your
garage door functioning at its best.