If your garage door has started making odd sounds, don’t ignore them—those squeaks, rattles, and bangs could be your door’s way of telling you something’s wrong. At State Line Garage Doors, we believe a quiet door is a happy door, and we’re here to help you decode those noises before they turn into bigger (and more expensive) problems.

Common Garage Door Noises & What They Might Mean

1. Squeaking or Screeching
This is often caused by dry rollers, hinges, or tracks. Over time, parts lose lubrication and begin to grind, creating high-pitched noises when the door opens or closes.

Quick Fix:
Lubricate all moving parts using a silicone-based garage door lubricant. Avoid using WD-40, as it’s not meant for long-term lubrication.

2. Rattling or Vibrating
If you hear a rattling sound, something could be loose. This might be a bolt, nut, track bracket, or even the opener itself.

Quick Fix:
Carefully inspect all fasteners, brackets, and the opener unit. Tighten any loose parts with a wrench or socket set.

3. Grinding or Rumbling
Grinding noises often indicate worn-out rollers or problems with the opener’s chain or belt drive.

Quick Fix:
Inspect the rollers—if they’re plastic and worn, consider upgrading to nylon rollers. Also check the drive chain or belt on your opener for slack or damage.

4. Banging or Thudding
A loud bang when the door operates could point to a broken torsion spring or an issue with the door’s balance.

Quick Fix:
Do not attempt to fix this yourself. Broken springs are dangerous and require professional repair. Call our team immediately if you suspect a spring issue.

5. Clicking or Popping
Clicking might come from faulty opener electronics, while popping can indicate misaligned tracks or tension issues.

Quick Fix:
Try resetting your opener and ensure the tracks are aligned. If the noise persists, have a professional inspection done.

When to Call a Professional

While some noises have simple fixes, others—especially those involving springs, cables, or openers—can be dangerous to tackle alone. If your garage door sounds more like a haunted house than a functional entryway, it’s time to call in the pros.

At State Line Garage Doors, we service homes and businesses within a 60-mile radius of Lawrenceburg, TN, including Muscle Shoals, Savannah, Spring Hill, and beyond. We’ll diagnose the issue, recommend cost-effective solutions, and get your door running quietly again in no time.