Your garage door relies on a surprisingly simple, yet vitally important, component for smooth operation: the rollers. These small wheel-like elements are fitted into tracks on either side of your ...

Rollers are an important part of your garage door system. They roll on the track as your door opens and closes. A lot of new doors are installed with steel rollers, which can make the operation of ...

Q: I have a problem with my sliding glass door. To get it to open, I have to practically put my foot against the doorframe and pull with all my might. Please help me save my back. A: I’ll bet that ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

1. Track-and-rollers Most homes use overhead doors for the garage entry. Those that use a track-and-roller system are the most commonly installed doors today. 2. How springs work Overhead doors are ...

Rollers also play a huge part in keeping your garage door system healthy (in addition to these important garage door maintenance steps) as they prevent strain on the motor and other parts when they ...