Garage Door Repair in Ottumwa, IA Iowa 52501

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't need to think about very much. When you get at your house, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things occur, and it does not always work as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which might fail with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or products needing storing outdoors, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

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

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the situation quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's appearance, it can trigger 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 Ottumwa, IA.

Some of the most frequent reasons people need garage door repair in Ottumwa, Iowa are listed here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close could be from a variety of different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Ottumwa garage door service providers can perform an inspection to determine the reason and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential 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 technician out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Damaged Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our Ottumwa garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, set up car remotes, and also install outside 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this problem addressed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds 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 sounds are generally caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises 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 noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises could be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Ottumwa, IA

Our Ottumwa, IA garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, lubing, and making sure your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer units have the added perk of being significantly quieter and often contain back up batteries. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After performing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it still isn't working correctly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a full range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your property and raising home values and providing better security and safety. New garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. New doors additionally give better insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.