Garage Door Repair in Waterloo, IA Iowa 50701

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you do not want to need to worry about very much. When you arrive at your home, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and shut without any problems. Yet, sadly, frustrating things happen, and it might not always function as you would like.

There are dozens of things which might go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally reversed your automobile into your garage door when trying to drive out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on a frozen driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be due to various different problems including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Waterloo garage door pros can perform an evaluation to figure out the reason and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or business 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 someone out to install new cables or fix torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Waterloo providers 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 may require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Waterloo garage door pros can replace and program remote controls, program car remotes, and also install outside 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 not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

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

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are usually due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

Rubbing could be caused by bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound 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 Noise

Slapping noises are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

Vibrating sounds are often caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Waterloo, IA

Our Waterloo, IA garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, contact us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Regular maintenance, lubing, and making certain your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer openers have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and frequently come with back up battery systems. Call us today if you need a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it’s still not functioning correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide range of benefits, one of which is improving the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and providing improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors contain the most current safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. New doors also offer better insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.