22/04/2026
When a garage door isn’t balanced or running smoothly, every part is under extra load, especially the motor. Over time, that leads to wear, breakdowns, and unnecessary costs. A simple service keeps everything working as it should, extends the life of your door, and helps avoid those inconvenient failures when you need it most as seen in the below photo.
Here are three quick checks you can do yourself to see how your door is performing:
** Halfway test **
Lift the door to halfway (with the motor disengaged).
It should sit there on its own.
If it drops or rises, the springs aren’t doing their job and the motor is under strain.
** Noise check **
Doors should run smoothly, consistently and QUIETLY.
Grinding, squeaking, or clunking means something’s wearing out or out of line.
** Speed check **
If it’s slower than usual, something’s not right.
Could be tired springs, friction, or a struggling motor.
If your door is showing any of these symptoms then please call us or contact us below or give us a call (09)422-2299
https://www.dominatorrodney.co.nz/