How Long Should a Garage Door Last?

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Garage doors are durable, but even the highest-quality doors will need to be replaced eventually.

Understanding how long a door and its parts last can help homeowners anticipate maintenance needs and make informed decisions about repairs or replacements.

If you’re looking to upgrade your door and have questions, give Precision a call 24/7 to schedule a free, in-person new door estimate!

The Lifespan of a Garage Door

This can vary depending on several factors, including the quality of materials, frequency of use, climate conditions, and maintenance practices.

On average, a well-maintained garage door can work anywhere from 15 to 30 years. However, certain components may require replacement sooner due to wear and tear.

  • Torsion springs typically last around 10,000 to 20,000 cycles, which translates to approximately 7 to 12 years with average use. Extension springs last for around 5 to 7 years or 10,000 to 15,000 cycles.
  • High-quality rollers can last around 10 to 15 years.
  • Most cables typically last about 5 to 7 years, but this can vary depending on usage and environmental factors.
  • With proper installation and maintenance, tracks can last as long as the door itself, often 15 to 30 years.
  • Garage door hinges can last 10 to 15 years or more with regular lubrication and inspection.
  • Your garage door opener lifespan varies depending on the model and usage. On average, an opener can last around 10 to 15 years.

If you find that you need frequent repairs, or that the cost of maintaining your current door exceeds the price of a new one, that means it’s probably time for a replacement.

Garage door track repair

Help Your Garage Door Last Longer

Routine garage door maintenance goes a long way when it comes to keeping your door in great shape! Some easy tasks you can do to stay on top of things include:

  • Visually inspecting the components and looking for signs of wear, rust, or damage.
  • Keeping moving parts well-lubricated to reduce friction and wear.
  • Replacing weather stripping as needed to prevent moisture and debris from entering the garage.

Most importantly, don’t ignore warning signs like strange sounds or trouble opening. Call Precision to address any issues before they escalate.

Why Choose Precision?

With a huge range of styles to choose from and free estimates at your home, we’re committed to giving you a positive, stress-free experience when buying a new garage door!

Our new doors come in a wide variety of insulation levels, panel designs, and style options to choose from.

Precision expert technicians install all garage door sizes, styles, and weights, and our work is backed with an industry-leading warranty.

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A Company You Can Trust

Our customers are our neighbors, and we’re proud to offer trusted garage door services to homeowners in our community. Here are some of the kind words left by people we’ve helped in the past.

“Great company to do business with, very reliable, and the install guys are great. Thank you again for the new garage door.” – Carmine D.

“Precision did a great job installing my new door, they made sure everything was 100% before they left. The gentleman who came, Andrew, was great and made sure everything was working properly. The new garage door is such an improvement from the old one, I had several neighbors stop by to look at once it was installed.” – Joe B.

“We had to replace an old wood garage door. Precision provided options for a new door that maintained the same aesthetics. It looks great. Thanks.” – Cedrick S.

“Service provided was excellent. Technician was polite and gave me an estimate with different options. Walked me through the process and answered any question I had with courtesy and patience.” – Vicki S.

“Precision was quick to respond. They identified the issue, did a quick fix, ordered and installed the garage door in less than two weeks. Andrew was highly skillful and installed the door for an old irregular garage, with precision, care, and knowledge. I’m very impressed by the service!” – Jay Q.

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