Garage Door Repair in Johnston, IA Iowa 50131

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not have to think about very much. When you get at your residence, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and shut without any issues. Yet, regrettably, bad things occur, and it doesn't always work as you would like.

There are a multitude of things which may fail with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally backed your car into your door when trying to leave the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, unintentionally pressing the accelerator 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 anything else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close may be caused by many different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Johnston garage door pros can perform an evaluation to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which happens after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing 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 break 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 frequent use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you notice broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Johnston providers 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 fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Johnston garage door pros can replace and program garage remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

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 critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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 installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding noises 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 Sound

Slapping sounds are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Johnston, IA

Our Johnston, IA garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer units have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and often have back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning correctly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full scope of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and adding better security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. Newer doors also offer better insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.