Garage Door
Door is off its track, or unusually noisy
Likely cause, what to safely try first, and whether it gets worse if you wait.
Likely cause
Worn rollers/cables or an obstruction that knocked it off-track.
What to try first
- Stop using the door immediately if it looks visibly off-track — continuing can cause more damage.
- Check for anything obstructing the track at floor level.
⚠ This tends to get worse (and more expensive) the longer it's left unaddressed — worth acting on soon.
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