Roll-up Door/Shutter Maintenance
No matter how we phrase it, roll-up doors in New York City need maintenance. Even if your door works perfectly now, neglecting regular upkeep will eventually lead to issues. Over time, without proper maintenance, the door may jam, and no amount of lubrication will fix it. You’ll need a qualified technician to repair it before any maintenance can begin. The goal of this article is to help you avoid costly repairs by keeping your door well-lubricated and adjusted, reducing the need for repair services from local New York door companies.
Lubrication is not a replacement for repairs!
If your roll-up door is damaged, lubrication won’t help. Issues like broken or stuck parts, off-track doors, or tension problems with the springs must be resolved before maintenance can be performed. If you find yourself wondering whether your door needs maintenance or repair, you likely need repair. Many people only think of maintaining their doors when it’s too late. When your door jams or stops working—whether due to a broken spring or an off-track garage door—lubricating it won’t solve the problem anymore. You’ll need someone to repair it first.
Roll-up Door Lubrication in New York
Avoid emergency repairs! Imagine it’s Friday night, and you’re ready to close your shop for the weekend. You press the button to lower the roll-up door, but nothing happens. After several attempts, the door still won’t close. That’s when you realize it’s been a long time since you had your door lubricated. You search online for roll-up door repairs in New York, hoping to find a company that answers your call. When you finally reach a company that offers emergency services, you tell them you think the door needs lubrication. But by then, it’s too late for lubrication to help. The door requires repairs, and you promise yourself never to neglect maintenance again.
If you want to avoid this situation, do yourself a favor and hire a local company that specializes in roll-up door maintenance.
Who Should Perform Door Maintenance?
Some people understand that professional work requires a professional. However, others might think, “How hard can it be to lubricate a roll-up door?” If you’re one of those willing to risk it and try lubricating the door yourself without the proper knowledge, that’s your choice. But based on years of experience maintaining doors in New York City, we recommend hiring a professional technician. Maintenance of commercial roll-up doors involves more than just lubricating the tracks. It includes:
- Inspecting the door, motor, and parts for safety
- Lubricating tracks, slots, springs, and moving parts
- Adjusting the motor as needed
- Tensioning the springs if necessary
- Checking safety sensors
- Examining for loose or damaged parts
This is just a basic checklist. The amount of maintenance depends on factors like location, usage frequency, and material. Commercial doors, or even residential roll-up doors in some cases, benefit from professional care. Contact us at 929-500-0059 for regular maintenance.
When Should You Maintain a Steel Door?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question since every roll-up door requires different maintenance. For example, a storefront door used once a week doesn’t need as much attention as a parking garage door used multiple times a day. Likewise, a door exposed to New York’s weather will need more maintenance than an indoor door. As a general guideline, having the door serviced every six months is reasonable.
Roll-up Door Services in NYC
Master Door Repair offers a full range of roll-up door services in New York, from emergency repairs to regular maintenance. No steel door is too big or too small for our technicians. We provide same-day service, so if you need urgent assistance, call us today at 929-500-0059, and we’ll resolve the issue promptly.
Contact Us Today: 929-500-0059
We specialize in garage doors, roll-up doors, shutters, and warehouse doors across the greater New York area. We offer 24/7 emergency service. Whether you need a new installation or repair, contact the experts at Master Door Repair.
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