Garage Door Repair in Dolton, IL Illinois 60419

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you shouldn't need to worry about very much. When you get at your home, you need to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, regrettably, bad things happen, and it may not always function as you would like.

There are a multitude of things which might fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storage outside, vulnerable to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed 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 issue.

If you accidentally backed your automobile into your garage door when trying to back out of the garage and harmed the door in the process, try to relax. Many people have done this, accidentally pushing down on the gas instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to deal with the issue quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a prospective safety and security issue and also leave your door vulnerable to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut may be from various different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Dolton garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the issue and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common complaint which happens after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out over time.  We'll get a service technician out to install new cables or fix broken 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 repaired as soon as you can to prevent more damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Dolton 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 do the trick, but other times you may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Dolton garage door contractors can repair and program remote controls, set up vehicle remotes, and also put in 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 Sound

Banging sounds are frequently caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this problem addressed 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 deteriorate and need repair.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are frequently the result of unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

Vibrating noises are frequently caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Dolton, IL

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is in balance will increase the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was purchased before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer machines have the bonus of being a lot quieter and often come with back up batteries. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After performing multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it’s still not working correctly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . Newer doors have a broad range of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your house and improving home values and adding better security and safety. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your family and belongings. New doors also offer better insulation and could aid in regulating the temperature of your home's interior and also make the garage space more comfortable.