Spero Door Service

     I can't tell you how many times I've been called to look at a steel door that is tearing/creasing down the middle. The most common reason this happens is due to them not being properly braced when they are installed. Doors are braced by a reinforcement strut, which extends from one end of the door to the other.
    Many builders go the cheapest route possible when building a home, as do their subcontractors. To save a few dollars per door, they only use one reinforcement strut at the top of a double door, rather than the industry standard of two for a 7' tall double door, and three for an 8' tall double door. (Single width doors should have one at the top, to brace it for an opener.) Doors purchased from home centers usually don't include the proper reinforcement struts, either.    When a door is in the open position, gravity acts on it, pulling it downward and flexing it. If the bottom half of the door is not properly braced, the steel weakens from the continuous flexing, and it begins to crease and tear. Eventually, this leads to the door sagging when open, and jamming up, making it difficult to close. If neglected, it causes a dangerous situation where the door can literally fall out of the tracks, causing property damage and/or injury. The door will also be susceptible to getting blown in by high winds.      When a garage door opener pulls and pushes on the door, it has a tendency to try to flex the door as well, which is why even a single-width door requires a strut at the top.      If caught in time, additional struts can be added to the door to extend its life. When necessary, the damaged door sections can usually be replaced as well.      If you notice creases, cracks, or tears in your garage door- Don't put off getting your door inspected.Call Spero Door any time for a free inspection. We'll help you determine the best and most economical solution to keep your family safe. (630) 728-8921