Garage Door Repair in Crystal Lake, IL Illinois 60014

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to worry about frequently. When you arrive at your residence, you want to be able to press the remote button and the door should open or close without any problems. Yet, sadly, bad things occur, and it may not always function as you would like.

There are a multitude of things which might go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your automobile or items needing storing outdoors, open to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car 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 accidentally reversed your car into your door when trying to back out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's not uncommon for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the problem soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut might be due to many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Crystal Lake garage door pros can perform an inspection to determine the cause and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which happens after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business 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 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 difficult to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Crystal Lake team members work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door remotes

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you could require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Crystal Lake garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, program vehicle remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

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

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from happening.

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 noises may be due to loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing lubrication , misaligned doors, or a garage door opener that was not properly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are often due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Crystal Lake, IL

Our Crystal Lake, IL garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper upkeep, lubrication, and making certain 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 that was purchased before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes come with back up battery systems. Phone us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it still isn't functioning properly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door . New doors have a wide range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your property and raising home values and providing improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. Brand New doors also provide superior insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more comfortable.