Garage Door Repair in Altoona, IA Iowa 50009

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you do not want to have to think about often. When you arrive at your house, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and close without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it doesn't always work as you would like.

There are a lot of things which may stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your automobile or products needing storage outside, vulnerable to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the situation 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 prone to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut could be from a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Altoona garage door service providers can do an evaluation to determine the issue and get it repaired for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common complaint which happens after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential 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 someone out to install new cables or repair damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with a lot of use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door clickers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you might need a new remote to be set up.  Our Altoona garage door pros can repair and program garage remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior 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 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 important to get this problem repaired sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

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

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding sounds may be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be caused by torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Altoona, IA

Our Altoona, IA garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, greasing, and checking that your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer openers have the added benefit of being significantly quieter and sometimes contain back up battery systems. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it’s still not working correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full scope of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding increased security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors also offer the best insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.