Garage Door Repair in Arlington Heights, IL Illinois 60004

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't need to think about often. When you get at your residence, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, bad things occur, and it doesn't always function as you hope.

There are many different things which might go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your auto or things needing storage outdoors, vulnerable to burglars, 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 midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your garage door when trying to back out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pressing the gas instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon 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 take care of the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door prone to more damage.

Call us today at (877) 959-3534 for garage door repair service in Arlington Heights, IL.

Some of the most common reasons people need garage door repair in Arlington Heights, Illinois are listed below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by many different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Arlington Heights garage door pros can do an evaluation to figure out the issue and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which happens after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing 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 wear out over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or fix broken 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 damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent more damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Arlington Heights team members 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 may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Arlington Heights garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also install outside garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are often caused by misaligned 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 gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be the result of loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing to be lubricated , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are usually due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be caused by 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 adjusting.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds might be caused by parts needing lubrication, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Arlington Heights, IL

Our Arlington Heights, IL garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, call us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer machines have the added perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes contain back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it’s still not working correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full spectrum of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors contain the most current safety and security standards to protect your family and belongings. New doors also give more insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.