Why Is My Garage Door So Loud?

Garage doors make noise, but a new grinding, scraping, popping, or banging sound deserves attention.

Listen to the type of sound

Squeaking usually means moving parts need maintenance according to the manufacturer's instructions, using only products appropriate for the specific components. Grinding can indicate a problem with rollers, tracks, opener parts, or other moving components. A sharp new bang or pop can point to something under unusual stress.

Watch the movement

Does the door shake, jerk, move unevenly, slow down, or bind in one spot? Sound plus movement gives you more to work with than sound alone.

Inspect without adjusting

You can visually inspect rollers, tracks, cables, and springs. Don't loosen spring or cable hardware.

When should I stop using it?

Stop operating the door if movement is badly uneven, a cable is loose or damaged, a spring appears broken, the door binds, or the sound is severe and mechanical. Find Local Garage Door Help