Garage Door Repair in Freeport, IL Illinois 61032

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is an item you don't want to need to think about often. When you arrive at your home, you need to be able to tap the remote button and the door should open and then close without any issues. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things happen, and it may not always function as you hope.

There are a lot of things which may fail with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, causing a serious security issue. It could get stuck shut, making it to where you must leave your car or products needing storing outdoors, susceptible to thieves, or inclement weather. Worse yet, it could get stuck shut with your auto 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 issue.

If you by accident backed your automobile into your garage door when trying to drive out of the garage and damaged the door in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, mistakenly pushing down on the gas pedal instead of the brake. In areas with icy winters, it's common for people to slide on an icy driveway and crash into the garage door.

If you experience damage or something else wrong with your garage door, you will need to deal with the issue quickly. Garage door dents not only hurt your residence's curb appeal, it can cause a possible safety and security threat and also leave your garage door prone to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be from many different issues including broken springs and cables, broken or poorly of aligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Freeport garage door service providers can do an inspection to figure out the reason and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Damaged springs are a common complaint which arises after years of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential or business properties.  We can also assist with both torque master and torsion springs.

Damaged or Frayed Garage Door Cables

Cables wear out 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 regular use.  Broken hinges can damage the garage door and make it difficult to open.  If you spot damaged hinges, get them repaired as soon as possible to prevent additional damage.

Dented Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs replacing, our service pros can get this fixed for you.  Our Freeport providers 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 solve it, but other times you may need a new remote to be programmed.  Our Freeport garage door contractors can repair and program garage remotes, program car remotes, and also install outside 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 Sound

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 taking place.

Weather Stripping Repair

As your garage door ages, the weather stripping or trim may deteriorate and need repair.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

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

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are often due to misaligned doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds could be caused by a loose roller or hinge, parts needing lubrication, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Noise Garage Door

Rubbing could be the result of bent tracks or a jammed or tight track which needs adjusting.

Grinding Sound Garage Door

Grinding noises 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 generally caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Noise

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping sounds could be caused by torsion spring problems.

24 hour Emergency Service in Freeport, IL

Our Freeport, IL garage experts offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to find emergency assitance. If you are experiencing a garage emergency, phone us immediately for help.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard lifespan of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. Regular upkeep, greasing, 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 that was purchased before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer openers have the extra perk of being a lot quieter and sometimes have back up battery systems. Call us today if you would like to have a new garage door opener installed.

New Garage Doors

When you have done multiple repairs or service on your garage door, if it still is not functioning properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door completely. New doors have a broad spectrum of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your house and raising home values and providing increased security and safety. New garage doors contain the most up to date safety and security requirements to keep your family and property safe. Newer doors additionally offer more insulation and might aid in regulating the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.