You should lubricate your garage door every 6-12 months for several reasons:
A well-lubricated garage door operates quietly, minimizing squeaks and grinding sounds.
Regular lubrication can help extend the lifespan of the door and its components.
A properly functioning garage door is safer, reducing the risk of malfunction.
Lubricating metal parts can protect against rust.
Lubrication ensures the door operates efficiently.
Get a lubricant, preferably one specifically for garage doors, as well as microfiber towels.
Unplug your garage motor for your safety.
Spray a small amount of lubricant on your torsion springs & wipe it down with the microfiber towels.
Spray all the hinges on the garage door with the lubricant but try and avoid getting any on the garage door tracks. Wipe down the hinges with a microfiber towel after spraying.
Wipe the garage door tracks with a wet towel (no lubrication).
Turn back on the motor and run the garage door a few times to break in the lubricant.