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Instead of buying a new garage door, you can make basic repairs. Tracks, extension springs, and pulley cables are parts of the garage door that you can repair on your own, though hiring a pro is ...

Along with maintaining the garage door track, spring repairs keep the door opening and closing smoothly. Garage door springs handle a lot of tension every time the door opens and closes.

Find a warranty to cover future costs. A loud and noisy garage door can be one of the first signs that it’s time to replace the springs. New springs aren’t as costly to replace as the garage ...