Garage Door Repair in Fort Dodge, IA Iowa 50501

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you don't want to need to think about often. When you arrive at your residence, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things happen, and it does not always work as you hope.

There are a lot of things which may stop working with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, open to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally backed your automobile into your garage door when trying to back out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close may be due to various different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Fort Dodge garage door pros can do an evaluation to figure out the issue and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service pro 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 impossible to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent more damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Fort Dodge team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Fort Dodge garage door pros can replace and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in exterior 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 noises are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to prevent 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 unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are often due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding sounds could be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be caused by torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Fort Dodge, IA

Our Fort Dodge, IA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. General upkeep, greasing, and making certain your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the bonus of being much quieter and frequently have back up battery functionality. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a broad range of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and providing increased security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. Newer doors additionally offer more insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.