Have you noticed your garage door operating more loudly than it used to when it opens or closes? Loud garage doors can disrupt your family if it’s late at night or early in the morning, or even in the middle of the day.

Check out the most common causes and fixes of a noisy garage door to ensure your door’s operation is as seamless — and quiet — as possible.

Factors That Cause Noisy Garage Doors

There are three main causes of a noisy garage door.

1. Worn out Rollers

Rollers are specifically designed to move smoothly along the garage door tracks. As they age and become worn, they begin to slide along the tracks instead of roll, which can become a significant cause of noise. Garage door experts recommend purchasing quieter rollers that are made out of nylon and replacing these rollers every six to seven years to ensure they continue to move as designed.

2. Garage Door Openers

Another common cause of a noisy garage door is the garage door opener. There are two main types of garage door openers — belt-drive and chain-drive. While chain-drive openers tend to be the most common, they also happen to be the noisiest. If you’re looking for the quietest opener, you might want to consider a belt-drive system.

Ways to Reduce Garage Door Noise

Reducing garage door noise doesn’t have to be an expensive or difficult process. One easy way to help dampen garage noises is to lubricate any metal parts and replace any worn weatherstripping.

Additionally, having a professional garage door specialist inspect your garage door can ensure that your door is running smoothly and properly. A specialist will inspect the:

• Garage door balance.
• Wires, springs and cables, making sure there is no fraying or other damage.
• Tracks and hinges of the door, lubricating parts when necessary.

Best Quiet Garage Doors

Sometimes the best way to reduce the noise of your garage door is to install a new door entirely. The construction of your garage door almost always has something to do with the noise of your door.

For the quietest operation possible, garage door experts recommend installing a door that is insulated. In addition to benefits such as extra strength and better temperature management for your garage, an insulated garage door, such as a Clopay® door with Intellicore® insulation technology can provide quieter operation as well.

Get in Touch With Broten Garage Door Sales

Whether you’re looking to purchase a new quiet, insulated garage door or to have your current garage door serviced and inspected, trust Broten Garage Door Sales. We provide the reliable service you need for all your garage door requirements. Contact us today!