Do Electric Garage Doors Need Servicing?

As with any motor or machine, it’s good to keep your garage door well maintained. Our repairs team can give your garage door a full servicing to ensure the tracks are running smoothly and free of debris, and that the hinges are well oiled. Such routine maintenance is inexpensive and prevents potential faults from developing.

How frequently should I have my electric garage door serviced?

There is no hard and fast rule for this - as it depends very much on the model of door and how frequently it is in use. However, if you notice any irregularities - such as an odd noise or any deviation from the door’s normally smooth operation - we’d recommend having an expert take a look immediately.

Is it a legal requirement to have my door serviced?

For businesses, it is a legal requirement that all machinery is well-maintained and an electric door counts as machinery. You could be liable if a faulty door was to injure an employee or member of the public. Commercial electric doors should be inspected annually (or more frequently for doors in constant use) to ensure that the doors continue to meet all safety standards.

For domestic properties, there is no legal requirement to have your garage doors serviced, it’s just a sensible and cost-effective way to prolong the life of your electric garage door.

To arrange a service for your garage door, give us a call on 01603 787069 or email sales@autodoorsandgates.co.uk and we’ll get back to you.