Garage Door Repair in El Cajon, CA California 92021

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to think about very much. When you arrive at your residence, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things happen, and it does not always function as you would like.

There are many different things which could go wrong with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storing outdoors, open to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident backed your car into your garage door when attempting to drive out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the issue quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your garage door prone to additional damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in El Cajon, CA.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in El Cajon, California are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close could be from many different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our El Cajon garage door service pros can do an evaluation to determine the reason and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

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

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out 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 impossible to open.  If you see damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs repairing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our El Cajon team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our El Cajon garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly 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 Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this issue repaired sooner rather than later to keep other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling noises may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing greasing , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are frequently the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be due to bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs repair.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

Vibrating noises are frequently caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in El Cajon, CA

Our El Cajon, CA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, call us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. General upkeep, oiling, and checking that your garage door is balanced will help extend the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer units have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes come with back up battery systems. Call us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it’s still not working correctly, then it might be time to think about replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a wide range of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your property and increasing home values and providing better security and safety. Brand new garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. New doors additionally give better insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more climate controlled.