Garage Door Repair in Des Moines, IA Iowa 50317

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't have to think about very much. When you get at your home, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it might not always function as you expect.

There are dozens of things which might go wrong with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your car or things needing storage outdoors, susceptible to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your auto 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 problem.

If you by accident reversed your automobile into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake. 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 experience damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the situation soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage 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 Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be due to various different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Des Moines garage door service pros can do an inspection to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which happens after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or fix torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with a lot of use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Dented 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 Des Moines team members 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 pros can repair and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in exterior 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises may be caused by 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 Sounds

Scraping sounds are usually 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 Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Des Moines, IA

Our Des Moines, IA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, oiling, and checking that your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that 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 back up battery systems. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding increased security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors additionally offer superior insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.