Garage Door Repair in Elmhurst, IL Illinois 60126

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is something you do not want to need to think about often. When you get at your home, you need to be able to press the remote button and the door should open and shut without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, bad things occur, and it might not always function as you would like.

There are many different things which could stop working with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, requiring you to leave your auto or products needing storage outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your automobile 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 problem.

If you unintentionally backed your car into your garage door when attempting to leave the garage and harmed the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pressing the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on a frozen driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you have damage or any other thing wrong with your door, you will need to address the problem soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security threat and also leave your door vulnerable to additional damage.

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

Some of the most frequent 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 could be from various different issues including broken springs or cables, broken or damaged sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Elmhurst garage door service pros can do an evaluation to determine the cause and get it repaired for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a frequent issue which appears after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, replacing broken springs, or adjusting springs for residential or commercial properties.  We can also help with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables can break over time.  We'll get someone out to install new cables or repair torn cables.

Broken Garage Door Hinges

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

Broken Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service technicians can get this fixed for you.  Our Elmhurst team members 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 fix it, but other times you could need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Elmhurst garage door service technicians can replace and program remote controls, set up car remotes, and also put in outside garage door keypads.

Misaligned 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 Sound

Banging noises are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this issue repaired sooner rather than later to prevent other damage from taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door gets older, the weather stripping or trim may break down and need replacement.  Repairing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted wildlife out.

Rattling Garage Door Sounds

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

Garage Door Scraping Noises

Scraping noises are frequently the result of misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds could be the result of 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 repair.

Grinding Noise Garage Door

Grinding sounds may be caused by parts needing grease, loose rollers or hinges, a stripped garage door opener gear, or an incorrectly installed opener.

Slapping Garage Door Sound

Slapping noises are often caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds could be caused by torsion spring problems.

24/7 Emergency Service in Elmhurst, IL

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

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Routine upkeep, oiling, and taking care to be sure 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 instead of fixed. Newer machines have the added perk of being much quieter and often come with back up battery systems. Contact us today if you want a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

After doing multiple repairs or maintenance service on your garage door, if it still is not working properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. Brand new doors have a wide spectrum of benefits, not limited to improving the curb appeal of your home and raising home values and adding improved security and safeguards. Brand new garage doors are equipped with the most current safety and security standards to protect your home and all it contains. New doors additionally offer more insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your home as well as make the garage space more comfortable.