When a garage door comes off the tracks, it may appear crooked, uneven, or make strange sounds. A garage door can fall off its tracks for numerous reasons, including if the springs break, if a sudden force hits it, or if the door closes on an object that you accidentally leave in its path. If you think something is amiss with the garage door, contact us for garage door repair in Fresno as soon as possible. 

 Signs a Garage Door is Off the Tracks 

 A garage door that is off its tracks may produce multiple symptoms, such as: 

• Warped tracks
• Gaps between the track and rollers
• Lopsided appearance
• Strange sounds
• Difficulty opening and closing
• Jams

 Warped tracks are a common cause of a broken garage door. The tracks can become warped from direct damage, such as being hit by an object or if they are exposed to adverse weather conditions. Improper installation can also cause a garage door’s tracks to become warped. It’s simple to tell on your own if there is a problem with the tracks by looking at them. If there is visible damage, contact a professional for garage door repair in Fresno as soon as possible before the problem worsens. 

 Another sign that something is wrong with the garage door’s track is if you see a gap in between the rollers and the track. The rollers normally move along the tracks smoothly and quietly, which allows the door to open and close properly. If the rollers stop moving smoothly, you likely have a garage door that is off its tracks.

 If the garage door appears uneven, it may be a sign that the garage door has fallen off its tracks. You may notice that one side of the door hangs lower than the other or that the door doesn’t close all the way when you try to close it. A lopsided door should be serviced immediately before additional damage occurs and wrecks the door even more. 

 Odd noises are always concerning with a garage door. Strange noises can indicate numerous problems, including a misaligned door and off its tracks. Sometimes strange noises can result from benign issues such as components that need more lubrication. However, if the tracks have a visual flaw, it’s best to contact a professional to have the door properly inspected and fixed. 

 Timing is everything in many situations, and that applies to garage doors, too. Garage doors typically open and close in a certain amount of time. If it is suddenly taking longer for the garage door to open or close, bent or broken tracks may be the underlying cause. As with other garage door issues, a technician can come out to inspect the garage door to find where it is getting stuck and fix the problem.

 A jammed door is a problem that you have no choice but to fix right away since you generally can’t open or close the door when it is jammed. A door can become jammed if the tracks are misaligned or warped. You may be tempted to force the door open, but you may end up causing more damage to the garage door. A jammed door can also be dangerous to fix on your own. If a roller is stuck, the best thing to do is contact a professional. 

 Get an Inspection 

 No matter what the source of the problem is in your garage door’s tracks, the first step in fixing it should be to contact a professional for garage door repair in Fresno. A professional can assess the garage door to determine what’s causing the problem and make repairs accordingly. A technician can also tell you if there is other damage to the garage door that you might not have noticed initially, which is especially true if the damage was caused by a sudden impact to the garage door. Repairs can either be made on the spot, or a technician can schedule a time for an appointment once the parts and components have been ordered.