Garage Door Repair in Birmingham, AL Alabama 35215

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you don't want to need to worry about very much. When you arrive at your home, you should be able to press the remote button and the door should open and close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, bad things occur, and it doesn't always function as you would like.

There are many different things which could fail with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or things needing storage outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your auto inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally backed your automobile into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on a frozen driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in Birmingham, AL.

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Birmingham, Alabama are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by a variety of different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Birmingham garage door service providers can do an evaluation to determine the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which arises after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Birmingham providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our Birmingham garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly aligned is very important, and will extend the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem fixed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding noises could be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are often caused by loose parts or rollers needing grease.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Birmingham, AL

Our Birmingham, AL garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, call us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, lubing, and making sure your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer machines have the extra perk of being much quieter and sometimes have included back up batteries. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it is still not working correctly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a wide range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding better security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors also offer more insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more comfortable.