Garage Door Maintenance

Keep your garage door operating safely and reliably with The Door Doctor’s professional maintenance services. Our South Florida experts provide thorough inspections and tune-ups that extend the life of your system, prevent costly repairs, and give you peace of mind year-round.

South Florida’s Trusted Choice for Garage Door Care

We provide expert garage door maintenance in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Pompano Beach and surrounding areas.

Your garage door is one of the most frequently used systems in your home, serving as both a primary entryway and a safeguard for your property. With hundreds of cycles each month, the constant wear can quickly take a toll on springs, rollers, cables, and hardware. Without proper upkeep, minor issues can escalate into costly repairs, inconvenient breakdowns, or even safety hazards.

That’s why The Door Doctor offers comprehensive garage door maintenance services in South Florida—helping homeowners keep their doors operating smoothly, safely, and efficiently year after year.

When you schedule a professional tune-up with The Door Doctor, our trained technicians perform a thorough inspection and service checklist to keep every part of your system in top shape.

1. SPRING CARE & ADJUSTMENT

Your garage door springs carry most of the door’s weight every time it opens or closes, which makes them one of the most critical and high-stress components. During maintenance, our technicians check for signs of rust, wear, or loss of tension, then rebalance and lubricate the springs. This not only extends their lifespan but also prevents sudden breakage that could leave your door inoperable or create a serious safety hazard.

2. MOUNTING PAD INSPECTION

The mounting pad is where the torsion spring system attaches to your wall. If this pad develops cracks, splits, or warping, the stability of the entire spring system can be compromised. Our team inspects the pad for early signs of stress so we can reinforce or replace it before it causes a major failure.

3. PANEL CONDITION CHECK

Garage door panels aren’t just cosmetic—they help support the structure of the door. We carefully examine each panel for dents, rust spots, cracks, or warping. Damaged panels can affect the door’s balance, reduce energy efficiency, and create security concerns if left unaddressed.

4. TRACK & ALIGNMENT REVIEW

Your garage door rides on a set of steel tracks that must remain straight and properly aligned. Even small bends or misalignments can cause noisy operation, jerky movement, or the door coming off its track. Our maintenance visit includes inspecting both vertical and horizontal tracks, tightening brackets, and ensuring smooth alignment.

5. ROLLER LUBRICATION & REPLACEMENT

Rollers allow your door to glide up and down with minimal friction. When they dry out, crack, or wear flat, you’ll notice squeaking, grinding, or a door that struggles to move. We lubricate each roller and recommend replacement for any that are worn to restore quiet, efficient operation and protect your opener from extra strain.

6. HINGES & HARDWARE TIGHTENING

Loose bolts, hinges, and brackets can rattle during operation and create excess stress on other components. Left unchecked, this can lead to premature wear or even hardware snapping under pressure. Our technicians carefully tighten and secure all hardware to keep your system strong and stable.

7. CABLE INSPECTION

Garage door lift cables work hand-in-hand with the springs to counterbalance the heavy weight of the door. Over time, cables may fray, stretch, or begin to unravel—any of which is a major safety concern. We inspect every cable for wear and recommend proactive replacement to avoid unexpected failure.

8. LOCK FUNCTIONALITY CHECK

Your garage door is often the largest entry point to your home, and a faulty lock can leave your family vulnerable. We test the locking mechanism to make sure it engages and disengages properly, providing you with reliable security and peace of mind.

9. WEATHERSTRIPPING REVIEW

The rubber weather seal at the bottom and edges of your garage door plays a big role in comfort and energy efficiency. Cracked or missing weatherstripping allows water, pests, and outside air into your garage, raising energy bills and creating potential damage. We inspect the condition of your weatherstripping and recommend replacement if gaps or deterioration are present.

10. GARAGE DOOR OPENER MAINTENANCE

Your garage door opener works hard behind the scenes to power daily operation. Our maintenance visit includes a full UL 325 safety test, adjustments to force and travel limits, lubrication of chains or belts, and inspection of gears, sensors, wiring, and transmitters. This ensures smooth, quiet performance and reliable safety features every time you press the button.