Everything You Need to Know About Garage Door Cable Repair

Garage doors provide a convenient function for your home that adds to your comfort and security. They are the difference between a clean and well-organized space to work on your hobby or park your vehicle and a messy night unloading groceries in the rain.

Whenever your door loses functionality, you want a professional to come and assess the root causes. Sometimes, it is something as simple as adding tension to the springs. Other times, you may need garage door cable repair. Here is some quick information to help you better understand when to call in the pros at GD – Master Ltd.

Close-up of the garage door cables coming out of the garage door drum in the right corner

Understanding Garage Door Cables

Before you start total garage door cable replacement, you should know what these components do. When properly maintained, garage door cables help balance and move the door open and closed. They work alongside the springs to manage the door’s weight and typically run from the bottom of the garage door up the sides until connecting to various pulleys and springs so the closing and opening are as smooth as possible. Learn More About Garage Door Cable Replacement

A garage door cable installation is a precise operation. You want a professional team to manage the specifics because there is a lot of balancing and alignment that has to take place to ensure the complete safety and effective operation of your doors. Otherwise, you risk the door sitting on your car roof, leading to some expensive repairs.

Garage Door Cable Maintenance

We are called in to help with garage door cable maintenance whenever there is a problem you think may turn into something more significant. During our inspection, we will:

  • Properly lubricate your garage door, tracks, rollers, hinges, springs, and re-balance the cables to ensure proper operation.
  • Tighten and adjust any misaligned or loose hardware along the different mechanisms.
  • Look for any abnormal wear and tear that could lead to replacement down the road.
  • Safety tests all components so you can have peace of mind that you are protected when pulling in or out of your garage.

 

Broken garage door cables are not the only concern for your system. If you are experiencing unusual noises during operation, the door is stuck, or you get a lot of shaking from a crooked alignment, you want to call our team sooner rather than later. Waiting too long for proper garage door cable repair often leads to more extensive replacements. Learn More About Broken Garage Door Cables>> 

Other Considerations for Your Garage Door Cable Replacement

Edmonton is a beautiful area with plenty of fun activities all year round for families. It also comes with some harsh temperatures and extreme weather conditions that can take a toll on your garage door cable maintenance.

We recommend you contact our team at (780) 340-8564 every year for annual garage door cable maintenance. This preventative adjustment and visual inspection can help you proactively avoid expensive repairs or new installations and prolong the motor, cables, and track you already have in place.

While the total time it takes for precision garage door cable maintenance, we complete most service appointments for cables in under an hour. That means all the confidence in your garage door you need, with minimal interruption to your daily routine.

Learn more about how our professional and experienced team at GD – Master Ltd. can help with your broken garage door cable by booking an inspection. We are happy to answer any questions and offer same-day, next-day, and emergency services around the greater Edmonton area.

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