How to Install Garage Door Springs Safely

Installing garage door springs can be a pretty tricky and very dangerous task which is why most people will go to the experts. If you are handy around the house, like a challenge and want to save some money then you can install the garage door springs yourself. It is highly recommended however to call a professional.

Garage systems tend to be 7 feet of wood, metal, or plastic, often a mixture of all three. So it might take some detective work to discover what's faulty. With this checklist, you'll have an easier time. In the event you are not that much of a handyman, seek advice from a garage door repair business or visit online storefronts for an estimate of possible fixes.When you have decided which type and make of your garage door that suits you, the next step is to choose a garage door opener. You will need a powerful opener if the door is heavy. An opener with at least 3/4 horsepower may be your best option. Also choose a model that uses heavy-duty, industrial-strength chains that will guarantee you years of dependable operation. If your door is of normal weight you can go for a less powerful opener.The first thing you need to do is to look around for external causes. You would be surprised at how many problems can be caused by small tools or equipment becoming lodged somewhere in the assembly.For safety reasons an electronic eye at the base of the door automatically cause the opener to reverses during the close cycle if an object or person breaks the beam. Usually the systems work even when the door sense an excessive load on the closing mechanism, which will automatically reverse the closing or opening.Some models, actually a lot of them, claim to be virtually maintenance-free. It is usually self-lubricating systems with chains that always run smoothly and make as little noise as possible. More expensive models have a kind of isolation of the motor which gives a quiet and powerful operation.Extension garage door springs run along the upper, right and left door tracks and can be easier to repair, replace and install than the torsion spring counterpart. Extensions springs are also called side mounted spring and work by counterbalancing the garage door.1.First and foremost, make sure you always read the instruction manual of your garage door when you are installing garage door springs, regardless of if you are repairing or replacing the springs.Most garage door openers make noises and so does the door itself although some models are specifically designed to be quiet. If you want a more quiet system you need openers with very quiet belt openers. The models have flexible rubber belts that mute vibrations and eliminate the metal-to-metal contact of other chain- or screw-based models. Also more powerful systems usually work easier, smoother and are more silent.4. Check Springs

Always read the instructions and ask for advice from the experts at the hardware store. If you think the job is a little too big to handle, look into hiring an expert.

Author: Jeremy Harmon