Sometimes, a delivery truck backing down the tight alley of your Downtown LA commercial warehouse accidentally dings your garage door. The same is true whenever your teen starts driving lessons around your Venice residence.
At WIN Garage Door & Gates, we offer professional garage door panel replacement for Los Angeles clients, but we want to give you a peek behind the curtain to ensure you understand how complex this process can be if you’re considering the DIY option.
Step 1: Assess the Extent of the Damage to Your LA Garage Door
The good news is that not all garage door damage requires full replacement. Take a moment to look around the surface for any cosmetic damage or dents. You’re looking for cracks in wood, warping in the aluminum, rust, or misalignment between the panels.
As long as the door still opens and closes smoothly, you’re probably looking at targeted garage door panel repair. If the door sticks or shifts as it moves, you might need something more complex and should call our team.
Step 2: Determine If the LA Garage Door Panel Can Be Matched
The next item on your “to-do” list is to compare the garage door panels on your residential or commercial property with what is available on the market. This is where our team really comes in handy. We have connections with local suppliers to match the paint, style, size, and design pattern.
Otherwise, you will end up with something that may not function as intended, from misaligned tiles that don’t close well together or that look a little “off” whenever you pull into your driveway. You also want to look at the insulation. Most modern panels have some form of sound or temperature insulation built into them for added protection.
Step 3: Follow the Manufacturer’s Panel Replacement Instructions
We cannot emphasize enough how crucial it is that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your garage door. Without the right tools or steps, you can void your warranty or cause damage to your system.
At the very least, give us a call for a quick rundown to ensure the panel you’ve selected matches your original door. A little peace of mind goes a long way to avoiding future issues.
When to Call a Professional for Your LA Garage Door
Minor cosmetic dents in your West Los Angeles garage door are usually easy to manage. You can replace the individual tiles by matching the manufacturer’s information, and most will “snap” into place with a little elbow grease and the right tools.
Anything more extensive requires careful training and experience. That is where our team at WIN Garage Door & Gates can help. We provide fast, affordable, and reliable garage door repair in Los Angeles, including any garage door panels. We work on materials ranging from wood to aluminum to wrought iron, including luxury brands.
Before you waste a weekend trying to replace your panels or install the wrong item for your particular system, give us a call at (310) 818-7272. We’ll schedule your garage door panel inspection and get your system back in proper working order.
