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 frequently. When you get at your home, you should be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it does not always function as you hope.

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

If you accidentally backed your car into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible 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 Waterloo, IA.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be from a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Waterloo garage door pros can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or fix 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 difficult to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as you can to prevent additional damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door remotes can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you might need a new remote to be set up.  Our Waterloo garage door service technicians can repair and program garage remotes, 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are frequently caused by unbalanced doors.  It's important to get this issue addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling noises may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing oiling , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are often caused by unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds could be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, 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 Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Waterloo, IA

Our Waterloo, IA garage technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. 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 about 10-15 years. Routine upkeep, oiling, and making certain your garage door is balanced will aid in extending the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being a lot quieter and often come with back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding improved security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. New doors additionally provide better insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.