In every replacement or installation of new parts, it is important to go slow and read the owner's manual for Garage Door Installation

A new garage door installation or replacing an old garage door may seem like a very huge project. However, if you have any construction experience it can become much easier. Taking your time and with a little patience the garage door will be a good weekend project.

If you want to do the job right, there are a few basic rules you have to consider. The first and main rule is that you need to sit down and read the owner's manual for your new door very carefully. Reading it two or three times is a good idea.

In addition, setting out all the parts that come with your garage door kit and looking at them with your assembly instructions will acquaint you with all of these parts you will be assembling.

Tools

Gather all of the tools that you will need for the garage door project. Doing this in advance of beginning your project is very much advisable. It will save you a lot of time as you proceed with your project. Tools you will need are pretty basic like, tape measure, level, screwdriver, locking pliers, hammer, socket set, electric drill with an assortment of drill bits, a step ladder and a set of saw horses to help hold the different parts steady as you work with them.

With garage door installation, start with your open space for the door and position the first panel in position. Be sure to apply weather stripping to the bottom where the bottom panel meets the garage floor. Secure the bottom panel in position with temporary fasteners so you can then from the hinges on the top of the door panel attach the next panel and so on until you have all of the panels attached.

Attaching Panel Door Tracks

Panel tracks will need to be secured so you can attach the rollers to the panels and then placed in the metal tracks so the door will have something to move on. Be sure to follow closely the instructions for your garage door installation from the door manufacturer as you assemble these tracks and the rollers to the door panels.

When assembling the rollers to the tracks from the panels, check to make sure the door is level and the track is in line to assure the smooth sliding of the door on the tracks. A small amount of oil can be applied to the rollers so they move more easily in the tracks.

As you fasten your metal tracks to the ceiling of the garage, be sure you do so to prevent any movement as the door is raised and rolls along the tracks. This procedure is explained in the garage door installation manual. If you read and follow the directions and don't panic, you can install your garage door with all the confidence of a professional.