Just like residential garage doors, commercial doors also need maintenance. Commercial garage refers to any door over 12 feet in height which usually includes all doors installed on company buildings. In most cases, a commercial garage door may even require more care and maintenance.
So, it’s important to know how to care for them. Whether you use the garage door daily or occasionally, it needs to be taken care of.
Here are some tips to help you maintain a commercial garage door in good shape.
Inspect Garage Door Regularly
The daily visual inspection goes a long way in keeping your commercial garage door in good shape. In most cases, you can hear and see the issue with the garage door before it breaks down.
Inspect your garage door at least once a month for things like functional operation, damaged parts, and other things. Get the issue fixed before it becomes a big problem, and you might need to replace the entire garage door.
Replace Damaged Lift Cables
The lift cables on the garage door should be of high-quality material and durable for commercial use. For safe and effective daily operation, cables should be free of knots and frays.
If the cables are damaged, they should be replaced as soon as possible to guarantee safety for everyone.
Check the Door Balance
If the garage door is well-balanced then it is easy to lift it with just one hand. But if the door feels heavier than it should be then there is a problem with the door’s balance.
One way to check the door for balance is to release the electric opener. If you notice any problem, you should call a garage door repair service immediately.
Maintain Hardware
The garage door hardware can become loose over time and may even get damaged. With regular use, the hardware is subjected to wear and tear.
To maintain the garage door, you should check the hinges, springs, and other door hardware. Make sure that all the hardware parts are still intact and functioning well.
Apply Motor Oil
One of the best things to do to maintain the garage door is to purchase motor oil and silicone-based lubricant. It will help lubricate the door’s moving parts. It will ensure proper operation of the door and keep things moving smoothly.
The parts that you will have to apply the lubricant are the PVC and metal components. For the door track, motor oil is a good choice to maintain it in working condition.
Ask for Professional Help
You should know when to ask for professional help to repair or maintain the garage door. There are some instances where you just need a professional to ensure that the job is done correctly.
If you try to work with heavy commercial doors by yourself, serious injuries and even deaths may occur. Repairing a garage door spring without any formal training or experience may result in more damage.