Garage Door Repair in Chicago, IL Illinois 60629

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you should not need to think about very much. When you get at your house, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and then close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it does not always function as you would like.

There are a lot of things which could fail 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 automobile or items needing storing outside, susceptible to burglars, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident reversed your car into your door when trying to leave the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an icy driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to address the situation quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to more damage.

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

Some of the most frequent 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 close might be from various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Chicago garage door service pros can perform an evaluation to figure out the reason and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common issue which appears after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing 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 break over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or repair torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs repairing, our service technicians 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 stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our Chicago garage door service technicians can replace and program remote controls, set up 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this issue repaired sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

Rattling noises 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 Noises

Scraping sounds are usually caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or unbalanced doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping sounds are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating noises are generally caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Chicago, IL

Our Chicago, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, phone us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, lubing, and taking care to be sure your garage door is in balance will aid in extending the lifespan of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer machines have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and sometimes have back up battery functionality. Contact us today if you want to have a new garage door opener connected.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it might be time to contemplate replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your house and raising home values and adding increased security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security standards to protect your home and belongings. Newer doors also provide the best insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.