Garage Door Repair in Columbia, IL Illinois 62236

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you don't want to need to think about very much. When you get at your home, you want to be able to tap the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any issues. Yet, sadly, bad things happen, and it may not always work as you hope.

There are many different things which might stop working with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or things needing storage outdoors, open to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle 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 accidentally backed your automobile into your door when attempting to back out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on a frozen driveway and smash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's appearance, it can cause a possible safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to further 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 below:

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close might be due to a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Columbia garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common complaint which arises after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out 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 a lot of use.  Broken hinges can injure the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you see broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs repairing, our contractors can get this repaired for you.  Our Columbia providers 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 fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be set up.  Our Columbia garage door pros can replace and program remote controls, program vehicle remotes, and also install outside garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are often caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this issue fixed 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.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are sometimes the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating sounds are often 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 technicians offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to find emergency help. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The average lifespan of a garage door opener is roughly 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, greasing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was purchased before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer openers have the added perk of being significantly quieter and frequently have included back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, if it still isn't functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad scope of benefits, one of which is bettering the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and adding better security and safeguards. New garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. New doors additionally provide more insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior as well as make the garage space more comfortable.