Garage Door Repair in Claymont, DE Delaware 19703

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you should not have to worry about very much. When you arrive at your residence, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it might not always work as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which could fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or products needing storing outdoors, open to thieves, or inclement 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 place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

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

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close may be from many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Claymont garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to figure out the cause and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business 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 torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Damaged 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 Claymont team members 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 fix it, but other times you might require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Claymont garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, program 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are sometimes caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises might be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Claymont, DE

Our Claymont, DE garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The average life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, greasing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer machines have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and often have included back up battery systems. Phone us today if you want a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it is still not functioning properly, then it might be time to think about replacing the garage door . New doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and providing increased security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and all it contains. Newer doors also provide the best insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.