Regular maintenance of your garage door is a great way to extend its life and save money down the line. It’ll also make it more efficient and quieter during operation. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to lubricate your garage door and share some tips to make the process easier.
Why Lubricating a Garage Door Matters
- Helps reduce the friction of moving parts like rollers and hinges
- Acts as a barrier against moisture to prevent rust
- Reduces noise, especially important with internal garages
- Reduces the risk of injury from worn-out parts
- Extends the life of garage door components
Which Product to Use?
CRC Garage Door Lube is specifically designed for garage door maintenance. It’s a high-performance synthetic lubricant that’s safe for all garage door designs and components.
How to Lubricate a Garage Door: Step-by-Step
Follow the steps below to ensure thorough and safe garage door lubrication.
Pro Tip: Hold a piece of cardboard behind where you intend to spray to avoid getting lubricant on any other surfaces.
- Turn off power and secure the door
- Disconnect the automatic opener.
- Ensure the door is in the down position to prevent sudden movement.
- Clean the tracks
- Use a damp cloth to wipe away dirt and debris.
- Do not lubricate the tracks. This can cause the rollers to slip.
- Lubricate garage door rollers
- Apply lubricant to the roller bearings.
- Avoid spraying the wheels themselves to prevent slippage.
- Lubricate hinges
- Spray lubricant on the pivot points of each hinge.
- Open and close the door manually to distribute the lubricant.
- Lubricate springs
- Spray lubricant to coat torsion or extension springs.
- Apply a light spray and let it soak in, don't overdo it.
- Lubricate the chain or screw drive
- Lubricate garage door chain
- If your opener uses a screw drive, apply CRC Garage Door Lube along the drive.
- Lubricate bearings and pulleys
- Spray lubricant on garage door components like bearings and pulleys to reduce friction and noise.
- Lubricate garage roller door tracks (if applicable)
- For roller-style doors, lubricate the moving joints and roller bearings, but avoid the track itself
Note: Make sure you read the entire label on the can before use.
Best Practices for Lubricating a Garage Door
Frequency: Lubricate garage door components as needed.
Quantity: Use sparingly. Applying excess lubricant during maintenance intervals can attract dust and grime. A light coating works best.
Motion Test: After lubricating a garage door, open and close it manually to ensure smooth operation before turning the power back on.
Safety Recommendations
- Wear gloves and safety glasses to protect against drips and splashes.
- Do not use flammable lubricants near electrical components.
- Keep children and pets away during maintenance.
Add Garage Door Lubricant to your Maintenance List
Lubricating a garage door is a quick, inexpensive task that pays off in quieter operation, longer lifespan, and fewer repairs. Whether you're lubricating garage door rollers, hinges, or springs, using the best garage door lubricant ensures optimal performance. Make garage door lubrication part of your maintenance routine, and your door will thank you with years of reliable service.