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 house, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door ought to open and close without any problems. Yet, regrettably, frustrating things occur, and it does not always work as you hope.

There are many different things which might fail with your garage door at any time. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your automobile or items needing storing 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 get to your job or an important place. A door that becomes stuck half open is also a safety and security issue.

If you by accident reversed your automobile into your door when attempting to drive out of the garage and damaged the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many people have done this, unintentionally pushing down on the accelerator instead of the brake pedal. 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 anything else wrong with your door, you will need to take care of the problem quickly. Garage door damage not only hurts your residence's appearance, it can trigger a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door vulnerable to further 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 here:

Garage Door Won't Open or Shut

A garage door that won't open or close may be due to a variety of different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elmhurst garage door technicians can perform an evaluation to determine the reason and get it working again for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which happens after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring service, replacing 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 break over time.  We'll get a service pro out to install new cables or repair broken cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

Hardware and hinges can wear out with frequent 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 possible to prevent further damage.

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are broken, or the hardware needs fixing, our service technicians can get this repaired for you.  Our Elmhurst team members 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 solve it, but other times you may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Elmhurst garage door service technicians can repair and program garage remotes, set up car remotes, and also install exterior garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 misaligned, give us a call to get it fixed.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging sounds are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's best to get this issue fixed sooner rather than later to prevent 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 unwanted critters outside.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping sounds are frequently caused by misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds may be caused from a loose roller or hinge, parts needing greasing, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

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

Grinding Sound Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are sometimes caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

Vibrating sounds are generally caused by loose parts or rollers needing lubrication.

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be the result of torsion spring issues.

24 hour Emergency Service in Elmhurst, IL

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The median life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubrication, and taking care to be sure your garage door is balanced will help extend the life of your opener. For safety reasons, if you own a garage door opener that was built before 1993, it’s recommended to have it replaced and not repaired. Newer units have the added benefit of being much quieter and frequently have included back up battery systems. Call us today if you need a new garage door opener put up.

New Garage Doors

After doing repeated repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, but it still isn't functioning correctly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your home and increasing home values and adding improved security and safety. New garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. Newer doors additionally offer the best insulation and could help regulate the temperature of your home and also make the garage space more climate controlled.