Garage Door Repair in Westport, CT Connecticut 06880

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you do not want to have to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your residence, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and shut without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it doesn't always work as you hope.

There are many different things which could stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your car or things needing storage outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident reversed your automobile into your door when attempting to leave the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your door, you will need to address the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to additional damage.

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

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Westport, Connecticut are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close may be caused by a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Westport garage door service pros can do an evaluation to determine the issue and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

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

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or repair broken cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you notice broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might need a new remote to be set up.  Our Westport garage door service technicians can repair and program remote controls, set up car remotes, and also install outside garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

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

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are sometimes due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound 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 incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Westport, CT

Our Westport, CT garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer machines have the added perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes have back up batteries. Call us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and providing improved security and safety. New garage doors contain the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors also provide the best insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.