Garage Door Repair in Granite City, IL Illinois 62040

Garage Door Problems

A garage door is a thing you don't want to have to think about frequently. When you arrive at your house, you want to be able to touch the remote button and the door should open or close without any problems. Yet, unfortunately, frustrating things occur, and it might not always function as you would like.

There are dozens of things which may stop working with your garage door at any moment. It could get stuck open, triggering a severe security danger. It could get stuck closed, making it to where you must leave your car or items needing storage outside, open to thieves, or bad 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 appointment. A door that becomes stuck midway is also a safety and security issue.

If you accidentally reversed your automobile into your garage door when trying to leave the garage and harmed the panels in the process, try to stay clear headed. Many individuals have done this, unintentionally pressing 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 experience damage or anything else wrong with your garage door, you will need to take care of the issue soon. Garage door damage not only hurts your home's curb appeal, it can trigger a possible safety and security issue and also leave your garage door prone to further damage.

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

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

Garage Door Won't Open or Close

A garage door that won't open or shut might be from various different problems including broken springs and cables, broken or misaligned sensors, or a broken garage door opener. Our Granite City garage door pros can do an evaluation to determine the cause and get it fixed for you.

Broken Garage Door Springs

Broken springs are a frequent complaint which happens after a lot of use.  We can assist with torsion or extension spring maintenance, repairing broken springs, or performing spring adjustment for residential 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 repair broken 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 broken hinges, get them fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Damaged Garage Door Panels

If your garage door panels are damaged, or the hardware needs fixing, our contractors can get this fixed for you.  Our Granite City providers work with wooden garage doors, steel garage doors, and vinyl garage doors.

Garage door clickers

Garage door controllers can have issues over time.  Sometimes a simple battery replacement can do the trick, but other times you may require a new remote to be programmed.  Our Granite City garage door service technicians can repair and program remotes, program car remotes, and also put in 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 out of whack, give us a call to get it repaired.

Garage Door Banging Noise

Banging noises are often caused by out of balance doors.  It's important to get this issue addressed 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 deteriorate and need replacement.  Replacing the weather stripping will help insulate your garage and keep unwanted critters out.

Rattling Garage Door Noises

Rattling sounds may be caused by loose nuts or bolts, dry parts needing to be lubricated , unbalanced doors, or a garage door opener that was not correctly put in.

Garage Door Scraping Sounds

Scraping noises are often caused by unbalanced doors.

Squeaking Garage Door

Squeaking sounds might be the result of a loose roller or hinge, parts needing oiling, or misaligned doors.

Rubbing Sound Garage Door

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

Grinding Noise Garage Door

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

Slapping Garage Door Noise

Slapping sounds are frequently caused by a loose chain.

Vibrating Garage Door Sound

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

Popping Sound Garage Door

Popping noises may be caused by torsion spring problems.

Emergency Garage Door Repair in Granite City, IL

Our Granite City, IL garage specialists offer 24/7 Emergency Garage Door Repairs. It can be difficult to locate emergency help. If you are having a garage emergency, contact us immediately for assistance.

Garage Door Opener Installation

The standard life of a garage door opener is approximately 10-15 years. General maintenance, lubrication, and checking that your garage door is in balance will help extend the life of your opener. For safety and security reasons, if you have a garage door opener which was produced before 1993, it’s advisable to have it replaced instead of fixed. Newer units have the bonus of being significantly quieter and often have back up battery functionality. Call us today if you want a new garage door opener put in.

New Garage Doors

After you have done repeated repairs or service on your garage door, but it is still not working properly, then it might be time to consider replacing the garage door . New doors have a broad scope of benefits, including improving the curb appeal of your property and increasing home values and adding improved security and safety. Brand new garage doors have the most current safety and security requirements to keep your family and belongings safe. Brand New doors also provide more insulation and may help regulate the temperature of your house and also make the garage space more comfortable.