The Dangers of Operating a Garage Door That’s Off Track

Your garage door is one of your home’s heaviest and most-used moving parts. Though it’s constructed to be tough and dependable, like anything, problems may crop up—especially if the door gets off track. Many homeowners may be tempted to continue using the door or even attempt to fix it themselves, but using a garage door that’s off track is not only unsafe—it can cause serious damage and injury.

Here’s why you should never try to move a garage door that has come off track and what to do instead.
Risk of Injury: One of the obvious things when a garage door is off track is its instability. It can drop, tilt, or even collapse, sometimes without trouble. Given that the average garage door weighs 150 to 300 pounds, this can lead to serious injuries for you, your loved ones, or your animals. You could be crushed if the door snaps or falls on you while you are underneath.

Damage to the Garage Door System: Having a garage door careen out of its tracks is the problem forced to do more than it’s capable of because it wears on the system as a whole. The rollers, tracks, cables, and even the opener motor can be badly damaged. What could have begun as a slight issue can add up to a costly repair or even replace the door!

Increased Repair Costs: If you do, trying to operate or repair the garage door that’s off track without the right tools or training can make it even worse. That simple roller reset could involve new tracks, cables, and springs. In the long run, paying to repair your door can be more expensive than hiring a professional immediately.

Compromised Security: A door that refuses to open or close properly leaves your home vulnerable. If the door isn’t completely sealed or is stuck open, intruders can gain easy access to your garage—and possibly your home. For businesses, this can also result in theft and vandalism.

Voided Warranties: Most garage door systems have warranties that stipulate they must have professional maintenance. If you try to fix it by yourself or keep using the door while it’s off track, you risk losing your warranty and have to cover all the repair or replacement expenses yourself.

What Should You Do?

If your garage door is off track, do not continue to operate it; contact a professional garage door serviceman. At DoorMaster Garage Doors, we’re experts in quick and reliable off-track repair. Our professional staff will help you identify the problem, realign the tracks, check for other damage, and return your garage door to safe working order.

Trust the Experts at DoorMaster Garage Doors

We know that off-track garage door issues need to be addressed as soon as possible, and we offer same-day garage door repair service that sets your door right. Don’t take any chances with your safety or that of your home — allow our professional technicians to get the job done right.

Contact DoorMaster Garage Door for the best off-track garage door repair you can trust.