Garage Door Repair in Charleston, IL Illinois 61920

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to think about very much. When you arrive at your residence, you want to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open or close without any issues. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it does not always function as you would like.

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 closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or items needing storing outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally backed your car into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the issue quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close may be from many different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Charleston garage door pros can do an inspection to figure out the reason and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which arises after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing 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 pro out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with a lot of use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it hard to open.  If you notice damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Charleston providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door remotes can break down 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 Charleston garage door pros can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are frequently caused by unbalanced doors.  It's important to get this problem fixed 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 break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are usually the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds might be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed 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 Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Charleston, IL

Our Charleston, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubing, and making 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 that was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the added benefit of being a lot quieter and frequently have back up battery systems. Contact us today if you would like a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it’s still not functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a full spectrum of benefits, including bettering the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding improved security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security standards to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors additionally provide the best insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.