Why Your Garage Door is Sagging

As garage doors age, they look less pristine than they used to. In many cases, this means sanding and repainting. However, if you have a wooden or metal garage door, you may notice that it begins to sag. Sagging can happen on one side or right down the middle and is an issue that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later.

What Causes Garage Door Sagging?

Garage door sagging can be caused by several different things depending on the material your garage door is made from. Sometimes it can even be caused by the garage door opener itself. If you have a sagging garage door, consider the following causes:

• Exposure – Wooden doors, in particular, are vulnerable to long-term exposure to the elements. Missouri, in particular, has some pretty wicked weather. The wood can shrink, expand, and eventually warp as it goes from hot to cold. This can also be caused by humidity if the garage has poor ventilation.
• Trauma or Wear – Garage doors work best when everything is the same. It is a well-oiled machine when all the rollers and panels are the same size. However, as rollers begin to wear, it puts more strain on the garage door, causing more wear. Furthermore, if the garage door has collected a series of dents or dings, it doesn’t function as it should. Both issues can manifest in sagging.
• Incorrect Opener – Not every garage door opener is suitable for every garage door. If your door is too heavy for the opener, a common occurrence in self-installation can manifest in sagging and many other issues.

Many garage doors can be repaired if these issues are addressed soon enough. It can be a simple case of just changing out a panel instead of the entire door. However, no matter the reason for the sagging, you will want a professional touch to it. If left alone, sagging garage doors become expensive to fix. If you are experiencing this, contact us to get it repaired right!