Garage Door Repair in Claymont, DE Delaware 19703

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't need to think about very much. When you arrive at your house, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it might not always function as you expect.

There are a lot of things which could stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your car or items needing storing outside, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile 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 problem.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator 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 have damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the issue quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

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

Broken Garage Door Springs

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

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or fix broken cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors 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 clickers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our Claymont garage door pros can replace and program remote controls, set up car remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

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

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises might be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Claymont, DE

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, oiling, and checking that your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was purchased before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and often have back up battery systems. Call us today if you would like a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it is still not working properly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad scope of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and providing better security and safeguards. New garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. Newer doors also give superior insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.