DID YOU KNOW? All of our technicians are employees of Overhead Door. We never use subcontractors!

DID YOU KNOW? All of our technicians are employees of Overhead Door. We never use subcontractors!

Mid-Atlantic Door Group Inc. Distributors of Overhead Door Corp.

6 Common Commercial Garage Door Issues

Commercial garage doors, though built to withstand heavy use and constructed from durable materials, can still present issues to business owners. In this article, we explore six common commercial garage door issues and steps you can take before reaching out to a garage door repair professional.

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Six Common Commercial Garage Door Issues

1) Remote Control Issues

Solution: Check the remote itself for faulty batteries. Once replaced, you can try reprogramming the remote.

2) Old or Damaged Torsion Spring

Solution: This is a repair best left to the pros. This is the one of the most dangerous repairs, as the garage door springs have extreme tension and help lift these heavy doors.

3) Worn or Damaged Rollers

Solution: Aim to keep your rollers and their tracks free from debris consistently and frequently inspect for wear and tear. If you identify a worn roller, consult with a garage door repair pro for service.

4) Worn or Damaged Cables

Solution: As with the torsion spring and rollers, inspect your cables regularly and immediately call for professional service if worn out or broken.

5) Damaged Section or Panel

Solution: Replacing damaged sections can be a more economical solution when compared to replacing an entire door. Keep in mind, however, a new door will offer better warranty options.

6) Improper Alignment

Solution: Visually inspect for gaps between the rails, bent, or curved metal. If you spot them, you’ll want to reach out to a commercial garage door specialist for repairs.

Need Some Extra Help? Consult with a Garage Door Repair Professional

In the event that your commercial garage door requires professional attention, Overhead Door™ is ready to help. Our repair experts have years of experience working in a variety of commercial garage doors in the region, ranging from local storefronts to large production plants, firehouses and restaurant fronts. Call us today for all of your commercial garage door needs.

About The Author | Justin White


Justin White is the VP of Marketing for Mid-Atlantic Door Group, Inc. The company opened in 1973 and now consists of (3) official Overhead Door™ Distributors and (8) warehouse locations throughout Maryland, DC, Virginia and Pennsylvania. Justin was born into the door industry, ultimately following in his father's footsteps and joining the family owned business in 2011. After spending time in the field with fellow mechanics, Justin found his niche in marketing, along with a specialty in residential garage door sales, installation, and service.

Commercial Garage Door Services

Since 1973, Mid-Atlantic Door Group, Inc. has been providing Washington DC, Suburban MD, Frederick MD, Southern MD, Northern VA, Fredericksburg VA, Richmond VA, Harrisburg PA, Hanover-York PA, and the surrounding areas with the most reliable and trusted commercial garage door services. These services include new door sales, professional installation, and 24/7 garage door repair services on all makes and models.

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