Garage Door Repair in Columbia, IL Illinois 62236

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you do not want to need to think about very much. When you arrive at your house, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things happen, and it does not always work as you expect.

There are a lot of things which may go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or things needing storage outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto inside, and you may not be able to arrive at your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident reversed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to relax. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly 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 bump into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's appearance, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door prone to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close could be from various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Columbia garage door service providers can do an evaluation to figure out the cause and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get someone 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 injure the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Columbia team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door clickers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can solve it, but other times you might require a new remote to be set up.  Our Columbia garage door service technicians can repair and program remotes, set up vehicle remotes, and also install outside 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 not working right, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Sound

Banging noises are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best 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 deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable animals out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are usually the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be due to a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or unbalanced 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 sounds could be caused by parts needing oiling, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Columbia, IL

Our Columbia, IL garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find 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 roughly 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, greasing, and making certain your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer openers have the added perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes come with back up batteries. Contact us today if you need a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it’s still not functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide scope of benefits, among which is improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and all it contains. New doors also give the best insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.