Garage Door Repair in Ottumwa, IA Iowa 52501

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you should not need to worry about very much. When you arrive at your house, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open or close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it does not always work as you hope.

There are many different things which could stop working with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your automobile or products needing storing outside, vulnerable to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your door when attempting to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on a frozen 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 problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further 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 below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close might be caused by a variety of different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Ottumwa garage door technicians can perform an inspection to figure out the reason and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also assist 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 torn 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 see damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this fixed 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 could require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Ottumwa garage door contractors can repair and program garage remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned garage door

Keeping your garage door properly aligned is very important, and will increase the life of both your garage door and garage door opener.  If something is not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's important to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Repairing 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 lubrication , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are often due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding noises could be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Ottumwa, IA

Our Ottumwa, IA garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, greasing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will increase the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer units have the extra perk of being much quieter and frequently have included back up batteries. Contact us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, but it still isn't working correctly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding increased security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. New doors also provide the best insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.