Should You Repair or Replace Your Garage Door?

Over time, it’s normal for your garage door to suffer from wear and tear.

Spending all of their time exposed to the outdoor elements can take its toll, but it’s important to recognise when standard wear and tear has turned into a more serious issue that needs to be addressed.

If your garage door has suffered damage, the problem mustn’t be ignored. Even a garage door with minor damage can cause problems to your property, so resolving the issue quickly is essential.

Depending on the type of damage that has occurred, garage door repairs could be the solution, but in some instances, an entire garage door replacement may be necessary.

In this article, the team here at Rollerdor will examine garage door repairs versus a garage door replacement, outlining the best option for you.

Garage Door Repairs

Sometimes, if the damage is fairly minor, simple garage door repairs may be suitable as opposed to an entire door replacement.

However, this is usually only appropriate for damage that is impacting the aesthetics of the door rather than its functionality. 

For example, scratches, fading or cracks in the door’s paint can usually be easily touched up with a fresh coat.  Alternatively, individual slats on our roller doors can be replaced which can help to keep the costs of repairs down. 

Other minor problems may be rectified with some simple maintenance. Check out our previous blog on the eight most common garage door problems for a list of some of the issues you can usually address yourself.  

Garage Door Replacement

More moderate or severe garage door problems may require a garage door replacement. 

Some of the main signs to look out for that might suggest your garage door needs to be replaced include:

• Strange noises 
• Serious damage to rollers or tracks
• Repeat or frequent breakdowns 
• Fast or slow when opening and closing
• Rusting or rotting doors 
• Unable to open or close the garage door

When your door has suffered damage, it’s also worth considering its age. If the door is quite old, it might be worth considering upgrading to a more modern product that is able to enhance performance while also boosting your property’s appearance. 

Plus, sometimes the cost of repairing a door may actually be more than just having a new one installed, so take the time to consider all of your options.

Roller Garage Door Servicing

One of the best ways to ensure that any damage to your garage door is minimised is to conduct regular maintenance and servicing. 

Here at Rollerdor, we provide our customers with leading garage door servicing that ensures your door is always in the best condition and keeps your property protected. 

Our servicing will check:

• The motor’s operation
• The parameters on doors with safety edges 
• All mechanical systems 
• Batteries in remote controls and safety edges 
• Check security rings and dummy end 

Plus, we can conduct any repairs and assist with any necessary upgrades during a service. 

At Rollerdor, we work with customers nationwide and can enhance domestic and commercial companies. We may ask for photos prior to carrying out any work, and we may not always be able to repair or service every product (if non-Rollerdor products have been poorly fitted or manufactured).  

To find out more about servicing and maintenance, or to order a brand-new roller garage door for your domestic or commercial property, get in touch with our team today.