<p>When your garage door keeps coming off the track, there can be many possible culprits. The key to fixing your door so that it stays fixed is in being able to diagnose the problem from the start. Luckily, there are only a few possible causes for an off-track door, many of which can be quickly and easily remedied. Take a look below to see if any of the following issues apply to your garage door. If not, give DoReMi a call today.</p>

<p><strong>Your Door&#39;s Track is Dirty or Rusted</strong></p>

<p>Sometimes a stubborn track is the result of a ton of dirt, dust, and grime building up throughout the year. If you do a regular visual track, check your parts, and keep your track well oiled each month, most likely you won&#39;t be encountering this problem anytime soon. However, when it comes to the rest of us who let basic maintenance slip, it&#39;s all too easy to wind up with a dirty track that effects a garage door&#39;s basic function. Take moment to wipe down your whole track and scrub it clean, also making sure to give it the lubrication it needs afterward.</p>

<p><strong>Your Spring or Cable is Broken</strong></p>

<p>A more insidious cause of harm could be a broken spring or cable. While a broken or even close-to-breaking cable is easy enough to diagnose, a broken spring can be a lot trickier, and much more dangerous, to notice. To make sure your spring isn&#39;t at fault, try opening your door manually and checking the balance. If you notice your door is putting more weight on one side than the other, you may be dealing with a broken torsion spring. But whatever you do, don&#39;t try to fix it yourself. Call in the professionals to prevent any damage or harm coming to you or your garage door.</p>

<p><strong>Your Track is Bent</strong></p>

<p>If you&#39;re noticing that your rollers simply won&#39;t stay on the track because the track itself is crooked, you might be looking at a more serious issue. If you&#39;ve noticed or have recently replaced a broken spring in the past, chances are the rest of your door could still be suffering from the long-term effects of that damage. When a spring breaks, your door falls out of balance, leaning too heavily to one side and putting too much pressure on your track. This can be especially tough on older tracks that are made of less sturdy material. If you&#39;re looking at a warped or bent track, call a professional today.</p>

<p><strong>Your Parts are Worn Down</strong></p>

<p>Sometimes the simplest answer is also the right one. If you&#39;re doing a visual check and notice that your rollers just keep popping out of place, it might be time for new rollers. But don&#39;t jump to that conclusion before giving your track and your parts a good, thorough clean. If you&#39;re still coming up against the same issue even after you&#39;ve cleaned everything, you might want to invest in new rollers. Luckily, they&#39;re fairly cheap and can be found online or at almost any local hardware store near you.</p>
