Garage Door Repair in Hockessin, DE Delaware 19707

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't have to think about often. When you get at your home, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it does not always work as you expect.

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

If you accidentally reversed your automobile into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on a frozen driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the problem soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your door prone to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be due to a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Hockessin garage door service pros can perform an inspection to determine the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

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

Broken 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 regular use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you spot damaged 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 replacing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Hockessin team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you may require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Hockessin garage door pros can repair and program remote controls, program vehicle remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly aligned is very important, and will increase 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 Noise

Banging noises are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are generally the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of 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 sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

Vibrating sounds are sometimes caused by loose parts or rollers needing grease.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Hockessin, DE

Our Hockessin, 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, phone us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, oiling, and checking that your garage door is in balance 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 always advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer machines have the added perk of being a lot quieter and frequently have included back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a wide range of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors additionally offer superior insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more climate controlled.