Issues with Garage Door Rollers

Garage door rollers are the parts that allow the door to move freely. But because they are often made of metal, they corrode in due time. This article sums up two things that you can do to solve this issue with garage door rollers.

Corrosion Leads to Noisy and Sticking Garage Door Rollers

The problem when rust sets in is that the roller sticks to the sleeve of the door. This causes noisy and squeaky rollers.

Lubricating garage door rollers is perhaps the first and simplest solution to this problem. This choice will only take a few minutes and will likely solve the problem without further expense. You may use a can of silicone spray to lubricate garage door rollers. This may require a little patience because it may take a little while for the oil to work in. When you see that the garage door rollers are turning freely and do not stick anymore, then you are done.

Left Untreated, Corrosion Leads to Replacement of Garage Door Rollers

If the problem is beyond lubrication, then replacing garage door rollers is the last resort. Rust can make garage door rollers seize up, making them unusable. Garage door rollers are available at home supply stores. They are fairly cheap. Bring your old rollers with you when you buy new ones to ensure that they are of the same model and fit.

Here are some tips to make garage door roller replacement easier.

1. The roller rides in the track, but you do not want to take the track off to replace a roller. It is easier to take the hinge off. With the hinge out of the way, the roller comes out easily.
2. Use a wrench, battery drill, or a nut driver to take the bolts out of the hinge. Take off one hinge at a time so that the support for the door will not be compromised.
3. Slide the new roller into the sleeve in the hinge. Re-install the hinge and place the bolts back to where they should be.
4. Check the tightness of the bolts and hinges. Then, you’re done.

While lubrication may be a no-brainer for most home owners, replacing garage door rollers may be quite daunting. Don’t fret. There are good garage door repair companies that offer quality services including garage door roller replacement.

Trinity Garage Door Services, Inc (Palm Harbor)

1334 Tampa Rd. Suite #170, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

727-388-7898

http://www.trinitygaragedoorservice.com