​Hinges tend to deteriorate over time and when they break cause the door to open and close incorrectly. The door hinges are subjected to a great deal of stress every time you open or close the garage. Other trouble sources are bent or cracked door hinges, or damage as the result of impact, such as someone backing their car into the door. If the hinges have not been properly maintained, they may become rusted or corroded, especially if they are exposed to unusually damp or salty air. Sometimes the screws that hold them on door panels will come loose and fall out causing same problem as a broken hinge.

 

When you can see you have loose, rusted, or broken hinges, it is best not to operate door until door is repaired. The longer the repair is postponed, the more likely you will be running the risk of serious damage to your garage doors themselves. Broken hinges are capable of deforming the door's guide tracks or damaging its panels, causing you to end up needing a major and expensive repair. We also recommend an Annual Door Service, where our technician will inspect your hinges and all other moving parts of your garage door and lubricate them. Regular basic maintenance will keep them functioning smoothly and prevent corrosion.