Unlike old garage doors, modern doors boast quieter operation, thanks to lighter materials, sleeker rollers and better openers. However, even the best garage doors do wear out over time and start to give off unusual noises. 

Here are the common reasons for a noisy garage door.

Worn Out Rollers and Springs

Over time, your garage door rollers experience wear and tear due to friction. Eventually, the rollers become crooked and produce a grinding or a squeaking noise. Steel rollers may be long lasting, but they become pretty noisy after some time. 

Always observe the garage door rollers as you operate your garage door. If you notice any signs of deterioration, apply an appropriate lubricant to ward off noises. But if old age is to blame for noisy metallic rollers, replace them immediately. You can also install nylon rollers that can absorb sound better than steel rollers. 

Garage door springs also wear out over time and produce excessive noise. But don't attempt DIY replacement of worn-out torsion springs, as you might sustain severe injuries. Leave the job to a professional who already has sufficient training. 

Loose Fasteners or an Unbalanced Door

Over time, the parts on the door's opening mechanism or framing can come loose. Check the bolt, nuts and screws regularly to ensure they are always tight. When they're loose, the bolt and nuts make a screeching, vibrating or rattling noise every time you use your garage door. Flawed hinges or springs also cause loud garage door noises. 

Remember that a properly balanced garage door is supposed to move smoothly in the tracks, which makes it safe to operate. But an unbalanced garage door is not only noisy but also a disaster in waiting as it can fall and injure you or damage your property. 

To check the garage door's balance, simply pull the emergency cord so you can operate the door manually, then raise the door halfway and release it. A stable door won't move much, but an unbalanced door will slowly begin to fall. If this happens, your door definitely needs professional attention. 

Garage Door Opener Choice

A garage door can either come with a chain drive, screw drive or a belt drive opener. Although chain drive openers are durable, inexpensive and perfect for any weather, they are often quite loud. So, you need to lubricate them frequently to minimize the noise. 

Screw drive openers are much quieter than chain-drive openers but become noisy after several years of use. For the least noise and vibrations, you should invest in a belt drive opener.

You can prevent excessive garage door noises with regular maintenance. If the garage door noises are too much, reach out to a garage door repair service to diagnose and repair your door before things get worse. 

For more information, you can reach out to a company like Overhead Door Mason City.