Garage Door Repair in Elgin, IL Illinois 60120

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you shouldn't have to worry about often. When you get at your house, you should be able to press the remote button and the door ought to open or close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it may not always function as you would like.

There are a multitude of things which could stop working with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a security problem. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your auto or things needing storing outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or bad weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your car inside, and you may not be able to get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck halfway is also a safety and security problem.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your door when trying to leave the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, accidentally pressing the accelerator instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an ice covered driveway and bump into the garage door.

If you experience damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to address the problem soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your property's appearance, it can trigger 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 Elgin, IL.

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or shut could be caused by a variety of different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elgin garage door pros can perform an inspection to figure out the cause and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a common issue which arises after many years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing 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 someone out to install new cables or fix damaged cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it impossible to open.  If you spot broken hinges, get them repaired as soon as you can to prevent further damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

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

Garage door remotes

Garage door clickers 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 Elgin garage door pros can replace and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in exterior garage door keypads.

Improperly aligned 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 noises are frequently caused by misaligned doors.  It's best to get this issue repaired sooner rather than later to keep other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable wildlife outside.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping sounds are usually caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking noises might be the result of 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 repair.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

Vibrating sounds are sometimes caused by loose parts or rollers needing oiling.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Elgin, IL

Our Elgin, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency help. If you are encountering a garage emergency, phone us right away for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The normal lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Proper maintenance, oiling, and taking care to be sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was purchased before 1993, it’s always advisable to have it replaced instead of repaired. Newer machines have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and frequently have back up batteries. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, but it is still not functioning correctly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a broad scope of benefits, one of which is improving the curb appeal of your property and raising home values and adding improved security and safety. New garage doors contain the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. New doors additionally provide better insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house as well as make the garage space more comfortable.