Common Door Shutter Problems and How to Overcome Them

Door shutters are a staple of security and privacy in both residential and commercial spaces. Especially in regions like Dubai, where weather conditions and heavy usage can affect performance, maintaining your shutters is crucial. Whether it's a shopfront, warehouse, or villa, door shutters ensure your property is safe and functional. But like any mechanical system, problems can arise. In this article, we’ll explore common door shutter issues and how to fix them.

1. Stuck or Jammed Shutters

Of all the most typical problems of a door shutter, perhaps the most typical one is that it will not open and close efficiently. The reason behind this is trash inside the tracks, misalignment, or broken rolling devices.

Remedy:

Clean the shutter tracks, brush out sand or dust.

●      Lubricate components using silicone spray or thinned lubrication oil.

●      If not in adjustment, the shutter support brackets can be loosened and re-adjusted.

●      If electric shutters are installed, check that the power supply and remote control are functioning correctly. If still faulty, a specialist may need to be consulted.

2. Noisy Operation

If your door shutter creaks, grinds, or rattles when used, it definitely needs maintenance.

Remedy:

●      Lubricate rollers, hinges, and tracks.

●      Relax and tighten loose bolts or fittings if needed.

●      Check the curtain shutter for damage or warping, rubbing against the frame.

In Dubai, heat and dust cause rapid evaporation of lubricants, and regular maintenance of shutters is thus necessary.

3. Motor Failure with Electric Shutters

A faulty motor in electric door shutters can render the system useless. The usual reasons are a power outage, overheating, or undue wear and tear due to misuse.

Remedy:

●      First, check the remote batteries and power supply.

●      Look for an overheating sign or a suspicious odour around the motor.

●      If an old system is simply replaced with a new energy-efficient motor, most shutters Dubai already come with smart automation features.

●      An experienced technician must always inspect electrical faults for safety reasons.

4. Remote Control or Switch Faults

A lot of times, you will find that the shutter is in good condition, and either the remote control or the wall switch has malfunctioned. This is very common with automatically operated shutters installed to operate in villas or shopfronts in Dubai.

Remedy:

●      Change the remote batteries and inspect.

●      Override the system or perform a backup manual switch inspection.

●      Reset the control panel where required, as recommended by the manufacturer.

In some situations, signal reception is interrupted by interference caused by neighbouring electronic devices, and moving the receiver to a new location might cure the problem.

Wrapping Up

Maintenance ensures the longevity and operation of your shutter door. From manual shutters to motorised shutters, maintenance prevents minor issues from growing into costly repairs and lost trade.

Using high-quality door shutters from popular companies like OZONEME DXB ensures that you spend less time fixing issues and more time enjoying highly functional door shutters. Even if you face issues, their highly trained customer support will solve them as fast as possible.