WHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE 20-POINT GARAGE DOOR INSPECTION
It's almost 2020, and you're checking your annual household to-do list, and one of them says, "Get Garage Door Checked Out." After a bit of head-scratching, you remember that you put an annual inspection on your list, so you don't have that weird issue your neighbors had last year. The garage door opener kept opening and closing the garage door, and everyone was peering into their garage for two days.
Or maybe, that annoying squeak coming from your garage door had you wondering if your morning trek out of the driveway is ever going to return to the few moments of peace you have for the day. Any which way, you'll often find that most garage door service companies offer a comprehensive some-specific-number point inspection to keep your garage door and garage door opener running smoothly all year long. So, you might ask:
What exactly is a comprehensive 20-point inspection?
A comprehensive 20-point garage door inspection is a thorough inspection or exam of your garage door, garage door opener, and any parts associated with your garage door, like remotes, cords, bolts, and tracks. Most garage door 20-point inspections should center around a comprehensive list that can be checked off and shared with you. It’s all about the health and potential warning signs of your garage door. The points range from checking your garage door balance to the functionality of emergency cords, extension-spring wear and tear.
Here are the top points that should land on any comprehensive garage door inspection:
Garage Door Weight & Balance Check
Emergency Cord Functionality Check
Signs of Wear or Failure in Extension & Torsion Springs
Cracks or Wear in Garage Door Bearings
Warping or Signs of Wear on Torsion Rod
Hinges are not broken, and weight is distributed correctly
Confirmation that Load Bearing & Safety Cables are not fraying
Cable Drum Functionality
Check for Signs of Wear in Pulleys
Tracks not obstructed are running smoothly
No Cracks in Rollers
Garage Door Panels have no cracks or sag
No Wear on the chain or belt and they are correctly placed
Garage Door Opener is working as intended
The trolley is running smoothly
The door opens and closes all the way
Brackets secure and properly tightened
Nuts & Bolts adequately tightened and secure
All Remotes & switches tested
All moving parts adequately lubricated
Most garage door companies should have you covered by sticking to, or close to, this list. As you can see, there are a lot of moving and hopefully, well-lubricated parts to your garage functioning at its best.
According to a study done by the Chamberlain Group, nearly 55% of homeowners use their garage as the main entryway to their home. Another survey by Thompson's company stated that 52% of homeowners want to have a garage their neighbors envy. We believe in a common ground--that you should be able to use your garage at any time you need it, and it should be safe and secure
For the month of January, Quality Overhead Door is offering a $75 Service Call that includes a 20-point inspection, and ½ hour of labor. Same Day service is based on availability. Give us a call to schedule your 2020 garage door inspection.
What says "neighborhood-envy" more than a safe and well-functioning garage? Happy New Year!
Quality Overhead Door, Inc. is a full-service garage door installation and repair company for both residential and commercial customers in the GIlbert area 480-838-8850.
