Garage Door Repair in Dixon, IL Illinois 61021

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't need to think about frequently. When you arrive at your home, you want to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it might not always function as you hope.

There are a multitude of things which might go wrong with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your vehicle inside, and you may not be able to go to your job or an important appointment. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security problem.

If you accidentally reversed your car into your garage door when attempting to back out of the garage and hurt the panels in the process, try to stay calm. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. 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 door, you will need to take care of the situation soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's appearance, it can trigger a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close could be caused by various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Dixon garage door pros can do an inspection to determine the issue and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for single family or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

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

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with regular use.  Broken hinges can damage 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.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can break down over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Dixon garage door service technicians can replace and program remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

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

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 keep other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises could be caused by 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 fixing.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds could be the result of torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Dixon, IL

Our Dixon, IL garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to locate emergency assitance. If you are encountering a garage emergency, call us right away for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, greasing, and making sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer units have the extra perk of being significantly quieter and frequently have back up batteries. Phone us today if you need a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it still isn't functioning correctly, then it may be time to think about replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a broad range of benefits, not limited to bettering the curb appeal of your house and increasing home values and providing better security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. Brand New doors additionally provide better insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more climate controlled.