Tune-Up and Inspection

Just like any mechanical system, a garage door needs periodic tuning and inspection to stay reliable. Apache Garage Doors provides professional garage door tune-up and inspection services throughout Collin County and Denton County, designed to catch problems early, extend the life of your system, and ensure safe, smooth operation. Whether your door is getting noisy, slowing down, or simply overdue for maintenance, a detailed tune-up brings everything back into balance.

What a Professional Garage Door Tune-Up Includes

Our tune-up service focuses on performance, safety, and longevity. We evaluate your system from top to bottom and make precise adjustments to keep everything running at its best.

1. Full System Inspection: We examine springs, cables, rollers, hinges, tracks, sensors, and opener components for wear, stress, or hidden issues. This helps identify early signs of failure before they become emergencies.

2. Door Balance Testing: A door that's too heavy or uneven puts excessive strain on the opener and can shorten spring life. We test and rebalance the system for smooth, controlled movement.

3. Track & Roller Evaluation: We check for track alignment issues, debris buildup, or roller wear that may lead to shaking, friction, or noisy operation.

4. Hardware Tightening: Vibration loosens hardware over time. We tighten bolts, brackets, hinges, and fasteners to keep everything stable and secure.

5. Lubrication of Moving Parts: We apply professional-grade lubrication to hinges, bearings, rollers, and springs to reduce noise, improve movement, and protect against friction damage.

6. Opener Diagnostics & Adjustment: This includes travel limits, force settings, chain/belt tension, and motor responsiveness to ensure smooth operation and proper communication with the door.

7. Safety Sensor Alignment: We inspect and calibrate the photo-eye sensors to guarantee safe auto-reverse functionality and prevent unnecessary stoppages.

Why Tune-Ups Matter for Your Garage Door System

A tune-up is the most effective way to maintain performance and prevent unexpected failures. Benefits include:

• Smoother, quieter operation
• Reduced stress on the opener
• Longer spring and cable lifespan
• Lower risk of sudden breakdowns
• Improved safety and reliability
• Consistent door balance and movement

Regular inspections help you avoid emergency repairs and keep your system performing at its highest level.

When to Schedule a Tune-Up & Inspection

Even if your door still works, these symptoms indicate it's time for a tune-up:

• Loud grinding or squeaking noises
• Shaking or uneven movement
• Slow opening/closing
• Door feels heavier than usual
• Opener strains or hesitates
• Visible wear on rollers, cables, or hinges
• Intermittent sensor issues

Homeowners typically schedule a tune-up every 12 months, but high-use or older systems may need more frequent checks.

What Makes Our Tune-Up Different

Apache Garage Doors focuses on precision. Our technicians don't simply "look over" your system—they analyze and optimize it.

We provide:

• Thorough inspections, not quick glances
• Detailed adjustments to restore peak performance
• Honest recommendations based on condition and future needs
• Expert technicians trained in all major brands and door types
• A customer-first approach focused on long-term reliability

Your door will feel smoother, quieter, and more controlled after our tune-up.

Our 5-Step Tune-Up Process

Complete diagnostic inspection: We evaluate your system from top to bottom, identifying any issues or potential problems.

Hardware tightening and alignment checks: We secure all hardware and ensure proper alignment for smooth operation.

Lubrication and performance optimization: We apply professional-grade lubrication and make precise adjustments for peak performance.

Opener testing and safety system calibration: We test and adjust the opener and all safety features to ensure proper function.

Final performance evaluation and explanation: We test the door's operation and provide clear guidance on what was done and any recommendations.

By the time we're finished, your system will be fully optimized for performance and safety.