Garage Door Repair in Chicago, IL Illinois 60629

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you should not have to think about very much. When you get at your house, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things happen, and it might not always work as you would like.

There are a multitude of things which might fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your auto or items needing storage outdoors, open to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your auto inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator 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 door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by many different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Chicago garage door service pros can do an inspection to determine the reason and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables break over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or repair broken cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this repaired for you.  Our Chicago providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our Chicago garage door contractors can replace and program remotes, set up car remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned garage door

Keeping your garage door correctly 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 repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

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

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 wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are sometimes the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises may be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds could be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24/7 Emergency Service in Chicago, IL

Our Chicago, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, oiling, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer openers have the bonus of being a lot quieter and often have included back up batteries. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After 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 think about replacing the garage door . Newer doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, one of which is improving the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and providing better security and safeguards. New garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and all it contains. Brand New doors also offer the best insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.