These little snippets are an easy refresher to help sidestep some of the common mistakes made when fitting CarTeck sectional garage doors. Bite-sized makes it easy to remember!
If you’re not the person fitting doors, make sure you share his with your installers. Saves a headache on site and the time to make a call to find out what the problem is!

This first toolbox tip is a classic we see a lot...
“The springs on this large double extension spring door are noisy and it got worse when I put the box lid locks on.”
Here’s how to avoid noisy springs on doors...
If you don’t fit the cover screws the lids will rest on the springs - noisy! When you fit the lid locks, the lids will compress onto the springs and be even noisier!
... and don't forget to fit the spring sliders correctly. See how it's done here!

23 Oct 2025
Buying a standard sized side hinged garage door can sometimes mean a poor fit, requiring additional work and cost to make good. In this video, you’ll see that CarTeck insulated side hinged garage doors are made to measure every time for the perfect fit.
23 Oct 2025
In this video, you’ll see how CarTeck insulated side hinged garage doors’ concealed hinges remove an obvious point of attack, keeping your possessions and any access doors to your home safe and secure.
23 Oct 2025
Classic stylings and high performance go hand in hand when you choose a CarTeck insulated side hinged garage door. Watch the video to see the doors architectural features and quality finishes that made CarTeck the garage door of choice.