How to Correct a Garage Door Damaged at the Bottom
A garage door bent at the bottom may result from a vehicle impact, a failed cable, worn hardware, or years of weather exposure. The damaged bottom panel can change the door’s balance, alignment, weather seal, and ability to close properly. Because an overhead garage door contains heavy panels, garage door springs, cables, rollers, and tracks under tension, the safest approach is to inspect the damage without pushing the door. This guide shows how to assess a bent garage