Attempting to repair your garage door yourself with minimal industry experience can cause damage to any items inside the garage if the door breaks during the repair. More damage can only lead to one thing — more money spent on repairs.

The rollers that slide your door up and down are more crucial to its proper operation than you may think. Be sure to clean and grease/oil these occasionally. The springs may also be the source of the issue. If they aren't lubricated properly, they could stick or even break.

If your garage door is not opening or closing correctly there could be a number of reasons that include, broken springs, misalignment of the tracks, malfunctioning sensors, or the photo-eye is out of alignment. These of course are just a few examples of what may need to be repaired.

Consequently, the door may fall too fast as it closes. If this is the case with your garage door, contact a repair technician who will tighten the springs that will slow down the speed of the door. In some instances, the springs may need to be replaced.