In our region’s varied climate with seasonal changes, we at ONT Garage Doors recommend servicing your garage door at least once a year. Temperature fluctuations can affect the door’s components, including springs, cables, and rollers.

For high-use residential doors or commercial applications, consider bi-annual maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety throughout the year.

Garage door springs are under extreme tension and will eventually wear out. Signs that replacement is needed include:

• The door doesn’t open completely or closes too quickly
• Visible gaps in the spring coils (indicating stretching)
• Loud popping or banging noises during operation
• The door feels heavier than usual when opening manually
• One side of the door hangs lower than the other

Spring replacement is a dangerous job that should only be performed by trained professionals with the proper tools and safety equipment. ONT Garage Doors technicians are certified and experienced in spring replacement for all garage door models.

A standard residential garage door installation typically takes 3-5 hours for our experienced ONT Garage Doors technicians. The timeframe can vary based on:

• Door size and type (single vs. double car garage)
• Material (steel, wood, aluminum, etc.)
• Additional features like windows or insulation
• Condition of existing tracks and hardware
• Opener installation requirements

We always provide a precise timeline during our free consultation and work efficiently to minimize disruption to your home or business.

Yes, insulated garage doors are highly recommended for local homes for several reasons:

• Energy Efficiency: Insulated doors help maintain temperature in attached garages, reducing heating costs in winter and cooling costs in summer.
• Durability: Insulated doors are typically more rigid and withstand impacts better than non-insulated models.
• Noise Reduction: The insulation provides a quieter operation, which is beneficial if you have living spaces above or adjacent to the garage.
• Condensation Prevention: In humid summers, insulated doors help prevent condensation that can damage stored items.

The energy savings alone often justify the additional upfront cost within a few years. ONT Garage Doors offers a variety of insulated door options suitable for our regional climate.

Unusual noises from your garage door opener can indicate various issues:

• Grinding sounds: Often indicate worn gears in the opener mechanism that need replacement
• Squeaking or screeching: Typically point to lack of lubrication on moving parts
• Rattling noises: May be loose hardware or mounting brackets
• Humming without movement: Could indicate a faulty capacitor or motor issue

Modern garage doors include several important safety features:

• Auto-reverse mechanism: Required by law, this feature causes the door to reverse if it encounters an obstruction while closing
• Photoelectric sensors: These create an invisible beam near the floor that stops and reverses the door if broken
• Manual release mechanism: Allows you to operate the door manually during power outages
• Rolling code technology: In openers, this changes the access code each time to prevent unauthorized entry
• Tamper-resistant bottom brackets: Prevents unauthorized removal of the door from the track

Our ONT Garage Doors technicians always verify that all safety features are properly installed and functioning before completing any installation or repair in homes and businesses throughout our service area.