If you keep up with routine maintenance, you can typically extend your garage door cables’ lives. More often than not, a garage door cable snaps because it is either damaged or old.
To add years to your garage door’s lifespan, maintain its balance and lubrication. Remember that many components move when the garage door is in operation– each one needs to operate smoothly and be properly lubricated to prevent friction build-up.
A squeaky garage door is a clear sign that something’s not right with your machine. The actual cables don’t require lubrication, but other parts (such as the pulley, springs, and opener) might need it.
It could be that a stuck roller, non-lubricated springs, or the garage door opener are causing problems.