Garage Door Repair in Des Moines, IA Iowa 50317

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not need to think about often. When you get at your house, you should be able to press the remote button and the door should open and close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things happen, and it may not always function as you would like.

There are dozens of things which might fail with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your automobile or things needing storing outdoors, open to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to 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 damaged the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake. 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 door, you will need to take care of the situation quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's curb appeal, it can trigger 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 Des Moines, IA.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close could be from many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Des Moines garage door service pros can do an evaluation to figure out the reason and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

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

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

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

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Des Moines garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, program 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 not working right, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed 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.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling noises may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are frequently caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Des Moines, IA

Our Des Moines, IA garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubrication, and making certain 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 which was built before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer machines have the added perk of being significantly quieter and sometimes have included back up battery systems. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

When you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't working properly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your property and improving home values and providing improved security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors also offer better insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.