Most Common Garage Door Problems & What To Do About Them

Most Common Garage Door Problems & What To Do About Them

Posted on September 15th, 2025 by Robert Faught

At Robert’s Garage Door Professionals of Chicago, we know the frustration firsthand of dealing with garage door issues. These can include a door that doesn’t open all the way or a broken remote. If you’re struggling to figure out what’s wrong with your garage door, continue reading. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the […]

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​Essential Garage Door Maintenance Tips

Posted on May 13th, 2025 by Robert Faught

Regular garage door preventive maintenance is essential for ensuring the longevity, safety, and efficiency of your garage door system. By dedicating time to routine upkeep, you can prevent unexpected breakdowns, enhance security, and save on costly repairs.  Here are some practical garage door maintenance tips to keep your system in top condition.​ 1. Lubricate Moving […]

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Important Garage Door Components — Parts, Materials & Sensors

Posted on February 28th, 2025 by Robert Faught

Your garage door might seem simple, but it’s a complex mechanism made up of many moving parts. Each garage door part works together to provide smooth operation, security, and safety. When one component fails, it can lead to major inconvenience—or even accidents. By understanding how these parts work, you’ll be better prepared to handle maintenance […]

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How To Test Your Garage Door’s Safety Features

Posted on November 27th, 2024 by Robert Faught

It is important to make sure your garage door’s safety features work well. This helps protect your home and family. Here’s a guide to safely test your garage door’s important features. Visual and Sound Inspection Examine your garage door for any signs of wear and tear, including loose parts, damage, or worn areas, especially in […]

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Garage Door Safety and Children: Essential Tips for Parents

Posted on April 16th, 2024 by Robert Faught

Garage doors are a convenience in our daily lives but pose significant safety risks to children. As parents, ensuring your child’s safety around these large, moving objects is crucial. Here are some essential garage door safety tips to help protect your little ones and keep your family safe. Educate Your Children: Teach them that garage […]

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Chicago Garage Door Service – 6 Garage Door Maintenance Tips

Posted on June 22nd, 2022 by Robert Faught

Like any other major part of your home, your garage door system is an investment. Most garage doors get a lot of use, opening and closing several times a day, and replacement could easily cost you $2,000 or more. To get the best return on your money, here are 6 tips to prolong the life […]

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Why Is My Garage Door Opening Slowly? (And How to Fix It)

Posted on December 29th, 2020 by Robert Faught

Does it feel like your garage door is taking forever to open? You aren’t imagining it. Most garage doors are designed to take 10 to 15 seconds to fully open or close. If your garage door takes longer than this to close, it is officially running slow. While this can be a sign of a […]

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When to Fix a Garage Door Yourself and When to Hire a Professional

Posted on July 31st, 2020 by Robert Faught

A dysfunctional garage door can cause many problems. From being very loud, to not protecting your belongings from being stolen, you want your garage door to close consistently and quietly. Certain issues can be fixed with simple remedies, whereas some garage door repairs in Chicago are more complicated and need an expert. Do It Yourself […]

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Why is My Garage Door Squeaking?

Posted on June 10th, 2020 by Robert Faught

At Roberts Garage Door Professionals, we know many things can cause garage doors to squeak. Here are six common causes and some suggested solutions. 1 Out of alignment An out-of-alignment door could be caused by worn parts or parts incorrectly installed, rubbing against each other and creating that squeaking noise. The solution is to have […]

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What Should I Do If My Garage Door Remote is Lost?

Posted on May 4th, 2020 by Robert Faught

Your garage door remote is as important as any other key to your home – and unfortunately, these small devices go missing on occasion. It doesn’t matter if your remote was stolen, it fell out somewhere while you were rushing around, or you loaned it to your sister when she stayed with you but never […]

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