Loud Garage Door: Step-By-Step Instructions

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Do you have a loud garage door? If so, you are probably well aware just how annoying it can be—even worse, it can cost you money if your homeowner's association discovers it. Fortunately, most cases of squeals can be muzzled with a bit of grease.
Don't know how where to start? Don't worry, just follow the step-by-step instructions below.
Quieting a Loud Garage Door: Step-by-Step Instructions
An experienced homeowner can handle most situations of the squeaks. If you feel up to the task, just follow these directions:
1. Inspect the Noisy Door
Visually inspect all areas of the garage door. Be on the lookout for loose hinges, rusty metal, or worn-out wheels that may be causing the offending noise. Make a note of any pieces that look rusted, tarnished, …show more content…

It is possible that an accumulation of debris is causing the wheels, rollers, or other metal parts to squeak. If you find any particularly dirty areas, jot it down and come back to it later.
Tip: If you cannot inspect all areas of the garage door easily, use a ladder.
2. Tighten Up Any Loose Pieces
A loose piece of metal may be the cause of your noisy door. If you found any loose pieces of metal during your inspection, fix them now.
Use a socket wrench to tighten any nuts, bolts, or hinges that are loose. Just make sure you don't tighten them all the way, as these metal items require a little breathing room so that they can function properly.
Tip: Look for worn out bracket holes, as they may also be causing the noise. If you find them, replace them to quiet your door.
3. Clean the Parts
The dirty parts you wrote down earlier should now be cleaned. Use a damp, clean, rag and go over all the metal pieces. If they still look dirty, use a spray solvent designed for metal to clean the pieces. Just spray the solvent on, let it sit, and wipe it clean.
Tip: Look for a solvent that has "anti-corrosive" on the label—it will help prevent rust

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