To properly lubricate garage doors, start by cleaning the garage door tracks. The tracks must be free of debris for smooth roller movement. Remember not to lubricate the tracks. First, vacuum any dust or debris present. Next, wipe down the tracks with a damp rag to eliminate dirt and dust. For tough residues, consider using automotive brake cleaner to effectively loosen and remove stubborn messes. Follow these steps to ensure your garage door operates smoothly.

After cleaning the tracks, it is time to move on to lubricating some parts. When you’re thinking about how to lubricate garage door rollers and hinges, remember that using a lithium-based grease or silicone grease is best. To lubricate the hinges, carefully lift up the door (or have someone help you lift it). As the door bends along the track, spray or wipe the hinges with the grease. Next, you’ll need to lubricate the rollers, which are connected along the track of the door next to the hinges. Using the thinner straw attachment for the grease will make it possible to lubricate the small ball bearings located within these rollers.

You’ll need a step ladder for this next step. Most garage doors have springs along their top. The bearing plates, which have a circular shape, are located on each side of the springs. Both the bearing plates and springs should be lubricated to ensure proper operation.

To lubricate these parts, thoroughly spray or wipe them down with the grease. After applying some grease, you should open the garage door. This motion will help ensure that the grease gets spread around more evenly. If you notice that the springs on the door are bent or damaged in some other way, they’ll need to be replaced. Replacing garage door springs can be challenging and may lead to serious injuries, so it is best to hire a qualified professional for this job.

To lubricate a garage door, the next step is to spray the grease on the top rail and arm bar. The top rail is the part of the door that runs parallel to the ceiling in the garage, where the chain travels along. This area requires grease to ensure smooth movement. The arm bar connects the garage door to the top rail and also needs to be sprayed or wiped with grease for optimal functioning. Make sure to cover both the top rail and arm bar thoroughly with grease to keep your garage door operating smoothly.

Finally, apply garage door lubricant to the lock on the door. Doing so will keep the lock from rusting and make it easier to lock and unlock the door. Then, reconnect the door’s power supply and test everything. Listen and look closely as the garage door opens and closes to identify whether it is moving and sounding better than before. If lubricating the door doesn’t seem to have done the job, it may be time to schedule an appointment with a garage door technician to assess the issues.