Garage Door Repair in Elmhurst, IL Illinois 60126

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you do not want to need to think about often. When you get at your home, you should be able to touch the remote button and the door ought to open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it may not always function as you expect.

There are many different things which might fail with your garage door at any minute. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your automobile or items needing storage outside, susceptible to burglars, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck closed with your automobile inside, and you may not be able to go 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 attempting to leave the garage and hurt the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the gas pedal 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 have damage or any other thing wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the issue soon. Garage door dents not only hurt your home's curb appeal, it can cause a prospective safety and security threat and also leave your door prone to additional damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or close could be from many different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elmhurst garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the cause and get it fixed for you.

Damaged Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent issue which arises after a lot of use.  We can help with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for single family or commercial properties.  We can also help 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 torn 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 difficult to open.  If you see 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 Elmhurst providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can stop working over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can fix it, but other times you may require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Elmhurst garage door service technicians can repair and program garage remotes, program vehicle remotes, and also put in exterior 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by unbalanced doors.  It's best to get this problem repaired 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 replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep undesirable critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are usually the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

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

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds might be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an improperly hung opener.

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping noises are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises might be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Elmhurst, IL

Our Elmhurst, IL garage pros offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be hard to locate emergency assitance. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median lifespan of a garage door opener is about 10-15 years. Routine maintenance, lubrication, and taking care to be sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the lifespan of your opener. For safety reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not fixed. Newer units have the added perk of being significantly quieter and sometimes have included back up battery systems. Call us today if you need a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

Once you have done multiple repairs or maintenance on your garage door, if it still is not functioning correctly, then it may be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Newer doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your home and improving home values and providing improved security and safeguards. New garage doors are equipped with the most up to date safety and security requirements to protect your home and belongings. Brand New doors also offer better insulation and may aid in regulating the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more comfortable.