Garage Door Repair in Effingham, IL Illinois 62401

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you don't want to have to worry about very much. When you arrive at your residence, you should be able to press the remote button and the door should open and shut without any issues. Yet, sadly, frustrating things occur, and it does not always work as you expect.

There are a lot of things which could go wrong with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck shut, requiring you to leave your auto or things needing storage outside, susceptible to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you unintentionally reversed your car into your door when trying to drive out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay calm. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and collide into the garage door.

If you have damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the problem soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your property's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security issue and also leave your door prone to more damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut may be caused by a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a damaged garage door opener. Our Effingham garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to figure out the issue and get it working again for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which appears after many years of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring service, repairing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Broken or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get a service pro 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 damage the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Effingham team members 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 solve it, but other times you may need a new remote to be set up.  Our Effingham garage door contractors can replace and program garage remotes, set up car remotes, and also put in exterior 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are frequently caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this issue addressed sooner rather than later to keep other damage from occurring.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need repair.  Replacing 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 , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly installed.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are generally due to unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned 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 may be caused by parts needing lubrication, 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 Noise

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

Popping Noise Garage Door

Popping sounds may be caused by torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Effingham, IL

Our Effingham, IL garage techs offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be challenging to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, greasing, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s always recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer units have the bonus of being a lot quieter and frequently have back up battery functionality. Phone us today if you want to have a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it is still not functioning properly, then it may be time to contemplate replacing the garage door . Brand new doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, among which is bettering the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and adding increased security and safety. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security requirements to protect your home and all it contains. Newer doors also provide superior insulation and might help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.